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Thessaloniki Aiming to Become European City of Sport for 2024

The Municipality of Thessaloniki has submitted a nomination file to ACES Europe to become the European City of Sport for 2024.

Foodies in the UK Taste Thessaloniki’s Traditional ‘Hortopita’ at NatGeo Festival

Thessaloniki’s traditional “hortopita” (vegetable and herbs pie) was a favorite for foodies attending the 2023 National Geographic Traveller Food Festival in London.

Irish Journalists and Bloggers Tour Thessaloniki in Northern Greece

A group of Irish influential bloggers and journalists recently toured Thessaloniki and discovered a number of experiences the northern Greek city has to offer.

Thessaloniki Promoted as ‘Super Duper’ City Break Destination to the Brits

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization has launched a new campaign in London’s Leicester Square to promote the Greek northern city as a city break destination.

Thessaloniki’s Food Scene Stars in ‘DobbernationLoves’ Lifestyle e-Magazine

Toronto-based writer Andrew John Virtue Dobson got the word out on Thessaloniki’s food scene through his lifestyle e-magazine “DobbernationLoves”.

Greek Cuisine Awards 2023: Salonica Restaurant Receives Highest Score in Thessaloniki

The Salonica Restaurant in Thessaloniki received the highest score among all restaurants in the city at the Greek Cuisine Awards 2023.

Holiday Inn Thessaloniki Renovates Ground Floor, Opens New ‘Level 9’ Bar-Restaurant

Holiday Inn Thessaloniki unveils renovated ground floor with "Open Lobby" concept and introduces "Level 9" Bar-Restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine and unique views.

Thessaloniki Archaeological Museum Launches New App for Digital Tours

The Thessaloniki Archaeological Museum has launched the “Museum on the Go” app, revolutionizing visitor engagement with ancient history and artifacts.

Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards: Greece’s Top Hotels for 2023 – Lists

More than 80 Greek hotels are included on the Best of the Best lists of the 2023 Travelers’ Choice Awards by Tripadvisor.

New York Post Highlights Two Greek ‘Must-visit’ Islands: Sifnos & Naxos

The New York Post presents top Greek destinations with Sifnos and Naxos emerging as “must-visit” islands for culture, relaxation and exquisite cuisine.

Demand Boosts Thessaloniki Luxury Hotel Arrivals

Thessaloniki’s hotel dynamic continues to grow with more international hospitality brands set to make their debut in the city.

Study Reveals the Tourist ‘Types’ that Pick Thessaloniki for Holidays

Art lovers, active types and foodies are among the ‘travel tribes’ that select Thessaloniki as their holiday destination.

Thessaloniki Metro Almost Ready, Greek PM on First Test Run

Thessaloniki’s metro, to serve almost 250,000 commuters a day once completed, is almost ready.

Thessaloniki Food, Nightlife Winning Over More Tourists

Nightlife and food are two of Thessaloniki’s strong points attracting more visitors to Greece’s northern city, found a satisfaction study.

Thessaloniki’s Alkazar Mosque Set for Full Restoration

Thessaloniki’s iconic Hamza Bey Mosque, also known as Alkazar, will be fully restored under a budget of 10.5 million euros.

Thessaloniki: Cruise Tourism Success a Result of Fruitful Partnerships

Building successful partnerships among key stakeholders in Thessaloniki helped place the Greek destination on the world cruise map.

Anatolia Hospitality Expands ONOMA Hotel Brand to Athens

Anatolia Hospitality will expand its ONOMA brand to Athens and open a new 5-star ‘Instagrammable’ hotel that offers personalized experiences.

Study Sees Thessaloniki’s Annual Cruise Tourism Revenue Reaching €10.8m

Cruise tourism in Thessaloniki is estimated to generate 10.8 million euros in annual revenue, according to a study presented at the 7th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum.

Diversification of Greek Tourism Product is Essential, Says Ministry’s Secretary General

Greece needs to diversify its tourism product in order to remain competitive, according to the Secretary General for Tourism Policy, Olympia Anastasopoulou.

Posidonia Forum 2023: Expectations High for Cruise Tourism in Greece

Greece is as an important cruise hub in the Mediterranean with great potential for further growth, according to Cruise Lines International Association.