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Coronavirus Puts Athens’ Hospitality Market on Hold

The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, international travel restrictions and low demand have put Athens’ hospitality market on hold.

Athens-Attica Hotels Report €700m Revenue Loss in 2020 Due to Covid-19

Attica's hotels in 2020 saw a revenue loss of 700 million euros after a severe drop of arrivals and occupancy rates due to Covid-19.

Elefsina’s Old Oil Mill to Become an Archaeological Museum

The old Oil Mill in Elefsina, Attica, will be transformed into a museum and house some of the city’s most significant archaeological findings.

Volunteer to Help Athens’ Strays

The Municipality of Athens is looking for volunteers to actively support its animal welfare program that is dedicated to protecting the city's strays.

Covid-19: Wider Athens Goes High Risk Red on ECDC Map 

Greece's Attica region, which includes Athens, has been labeled “red” on the weekly European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) Covid-19 map.

Athens Aims to Emerge as Top Health & Wellness Destination in post-Covid-19 Era

Athens could emerge as a top health and wellness tourism destination in the post-Covid-19 era, thanks to its climate, infrastructure and professionals, according to experts.

SAS to Offer Flights to Athens and Chania for Spring-Summer 2021

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has included Athens and Chania on its spring - summer flight schedule for 2021.

Athens Joins Global Sustainable Tourism Council

The Athens Development and Destination Management Agency has joined the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) as a destination member.

‘This is Athens’ Promotes Greek Capital to Canadian Market

The "This is Athens" digital tourism guide and Canada's Reach Global Marketing are joining forces to promote the Greek capital to the Canadian market.

TRAINOSE Invests €70 Million in 2020 Despite Covid-19

TRAINOSE in 2020 invested 70 million euros to upgrade its infrastructure, despite the severe drop in passenger traffic caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Haidari Municipality Plans to Restore Historic Monuments to Attract Visitors

The Haidari Municipality has plans to restore the Palataki tower, a monument of significant historical value, aiming to promote the area’s cultural heritage and attract visitors.

Free Cancer Screenings at Athens’ Municipal Clinics

The Municipality of Athens is offering free cancer screening tests at its health clinics in the Greek capital.

‘Pocket Park’ Opens in Athens’ Kolonos District

The Municipality of Athens has opened its second "pocket park", a small green area in the heart of the Kolonos district.

Twin Influencers Become Greece’s Tourism Ambassadors in China

The twin influencers Marianna and Sofia Erotokritou have been selected as the ambassadors of Greek tourism in China.

Travel Trade Athens 2021 Event Goes Hybrid in April

The Travel Trade Athens 2021 event, held to promote the Greek capital and drive tourism growth, will be held in hybrid form in April.

Major Ongoing Cleanup Operation Taking Place in Athens

The Municipality of Athens is proceeding with a major cleanup operation in the city’s neighborhoods, as part of its ongoing efforts to improve the life of residents and visitors.

Athens Municipality to Support Businesses Active in Culture with €7.7 Million

The Municipality of Athens will allocate 7.7 million euros to support businesses active in culture - including museums and theaters - that have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

American Airlines Announces Athens-New York Route for Summer 2021

American Airlines as of June 3, will launch a new service connecting Athens with New York, JFK, for the 2021 summer season.

Corona Nomads Explain Why Working from Athens is Better

Professionals who have chosen in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic to balance work and life explain why working from Athens has its advantages.

Strefi Hill Revamp to Create an Oasis in Athens for Residents and Visitors

The Strefi hill, located near the center of Athens, is set to undergo a major revamp, as part of an ongoing drive for the overhaul of the Greek capital.