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Greece Opens Visa Station on Rhodes to Facilitate Turkish Tourists

In order to facilitate tourists arriving from Turkey under a new visa-on-arrival scheme, Greek authorities opened a visa station on Rhodes.

Discover Airlines to Fly to Kefalonia from Munich this Summer

Discover Airlines, Lufthansa Group's leisure airline, announced an expansion to its portfolio in Greece with the addition of flights to the Greek island of Kefalonia from Munich, Germany.

Greece Expects New Visa-on-Arrival Scheme for Turkish Travelers to Boost Tourism

Greece’s new visa scheme for Turkish travelers is expected boost tourism figures and support island development.

Greece Breaks All Cruise Records in 2023, Says Hellenic Ports Association

Greece broke all cruise records in 2023 with 49 Greek ports welcoming 5,230 cruise ship arrivals and 7,003,150 passengers.

ITB Berlin 2024: German Tour Operators See Greece as Top Choice this Year

Tour operators alltours and TUI named Greece as a top choice for German travelers this year during the ITB Berlin 2024 trade show.

Greek Hotels Among TUI’s Top 100 in Global Portfolio

Ahead of the annual TUI Global Hotel Awards at ITB Berlin, TUI announced the Top 100 best hotels in its global portfolio with the list including 19 in Greece.

Dodekanisos Seaways Aims to Add More North Aegean Islands to Ferry Schedule

Dodekanisos Seaways will include the North Aegean Islands in its ferry schedule after North Aegean Region's request.

Daily Express UK: Samos is a Wonderful Place to Retire

The “charming” seaside resorts and “delicious” local cuisine are just some of the reasons Samos is considered a top retirement destination for British citizens.

‘Best Tourism Villages 2024’ Initiative: Call for Applications

UN Tourism - formerly known as UNWTO - has opened applications for the 2024 edition of its “Best Tourism Villages” initiative.

Greece Counting on Fast-track Visa to Attract More Tourists from Turkey

The North Aegean Region islands are expecting a new fast-track visa program for Turkish nationals to boost tourist flows.

New Fast-track Visa for Turkish Travelers to 10 Greek Islands

Travelers from Turkey will be able to visit 10 Greek islands with a fast-track 7-day visa.

Tourism to Lesvos Picks Up Pace, Arrivals Fully Recover

Arrivals to the airport of Lesvos have recovered fully as more airline companies are already offering flights.

Samos, Chios and Lesvos to Star in Popular Polish TV Show

The Greek islands of Samos, Chios and Lesvos will shine on a popular Polish TV show in late October.

Greece Adds Local Traditions and Customs to Heritage List

The Greek Culture Ministry added 21 traditions, customs and practices to Greece’s National Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

July Sports and Culture Events in Greece Promise Unique Experiences

Events focused on culture and sports are taking place in various Greek destinations in July.

Tourism Infrastructure Works in the Pipeline for North Aegean Region

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis pledges hundreds of infrastructure works, including port and airport upgrades, for North Aegean Region.

AEGEAN Brings Holy Light to Greece on Special Flight

AEGEAN Airlines will transport the Holy Light from Jerusalem to Greece ahead of Holy Saturday’s midnight Easter ceremony.

Samos Island’s Culinary Delights Impress Dutch Market

A GNTO gastronomy event dedicated to Samos and the Pythagorean diet wowed Dutch media and tour operators in Amsterdam.

Greece Expects Cruise Arrivals to Increase in 2023

On the back of a very good tourism year in 2022, Greece is expecting cruise arrivals to increase by 15% in 2023.

Bookings to Greece from Austria Heat Up at Ferien-Messe Wien 2023 Trade Fair

Greece is a leading holiday destination for Austrian travelers this year with demand increasing.