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Greece Aiming to Extend Cruise Tourism to Other Destinations

An increasing demand for cruise tourism to Greece is creating the need for regulation and strategy to ensure the protection of destinations.

Greece Announces €2bn Decarbonization Fund for the Greek Islands

Greece expanded its commitments to a bluer economy announcing the creation of a 2-billion-euro Decarbonization Fund for the Greek islands.

Athens to Host 9th ‘Our Ocean Conference’ on April 16-17

Greece will host the 9th ‘Our Ocean Conference’ as part of its pledge to lead the blue economy transition.

Athens Marriott Hotel Puts Health and Safety First

The Athens Marriott Hotel promises to offer unique experiences to its guests by putting health and safety at the core of its hospitality services.

NFL Athens Running Event Goes Virtual

The organizers of the No Finish Line (NFL) Athens running event, in May, will hold a symbolic virtual event on social media with the race's athletes.

Athenian Montaza Hotel Opens its Doors in the Greek Capital

The Athenian Montaza Hotel, located on Syngrou Avenue in Athens, will officially debut on Friday, February 28, with a grand opening celebration.

New City Hotel Opening in Athens: Heritage Hill

The Heritage Hill hotel, a new four-star property managed by SWOT, is getting ready to open its doors in Athens.

Archaic Mass Grave in Faliro May Soon Open to the Public 

An archaic mass grave uncovered near Faliro, between Athens and Piraeus, will come into the spotlight as the Central Archaeological Council has approved the construction of a protective edifice.

Attica’s Gastronomy, Wines Fascinate Foreign Tour Operators and Journalists

Attica's unique wines and gastronomy were on the focus of a fam trip, which was recently held by the Region of Attica, with the participation of foreign travel professionals, journalists and bloggers.

Foreign Media Introduced to Athenian Riviera’s Tourism Offerings

The natural beauty and tourism offerings of the Athenian Riviera were recently presented to foreign journalists, who visited Athens as part of a press trip organized by the Region of Attica.

Athens’ SNFCC Wins Over the Crowds with Culture

Since its handover to the Greek state last year, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) has welcomed some 3.4 million visitors.

Taste of Athens: An Event about Food for Foodies

Taste of Athens, the biggest gastronomy event in Athens, kicks off on September 27 at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center.

‘Event-ually Athens’ Campaign Invites Culture Lovers to the Greek Capital

“The city you are destined to visit… Event…ually” starts off the latest campaign by Marketing Greece to promote Athens as a leading year-round tourist destination.

The New York Times: Athens Rises as Cultural Capital and Tourism Destination

Athens’ economic and artistic revival is featured in an extensive article by The New York Times, which also refers to the city's rising tourism figures.

Athens Marriott Hotel Set to Open in May 2018

Marriott International will return to Athens with the new "Athens Marriott Hotel", which is set to open in in the Greek capital in May.

Faliro Delta Revamp Project Set for Phase 2

The revamp of the Faliro Delta is set to move to the next phase after the Attica Region council said it would be allocating 90 million euros for project works.

Athens to Host World Library and Information Congress in 2019

Athens in August 2019 will host the World Library and Information Congress, which is organized by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA).

Study Shows Athenians Love Culture, Books, Theater

Athenians are culture lovers, with eight in 10 reading books, 56 percent going to the theater once a year and 48 percent attending concerts, a study found.

Qatar Airways Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Style at Athens Event

Qatar Airways recently celebrated its 20th anniversary during a glamorous event in Athens, Greece, attended by both partners and clients.

SETE’s 16th Conference to Explore Tourism’s Role in Sustainable Development

Under the title “Greek Tourism: The Perfect Balancing Act”, the 16th conference of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) will take place on October 16-17 in Athens.
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