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Minister: Greece Places Tourism at Center of its Growth Model

Greece aims to work with other countries, address shared challenges, and explore new prospects and synergies in tourism.

Greece is Making a Dynamic Comeback in Europe, Says Minister

Greece is regaining its position in Europe and entering a new era thanks to a number of key infrastructure and transport projects.

Greece Recoups pre-Covid Tourism Numbers in 2023 But Lags Behind Competitors

Greece fully recovered pre-pandemic 2019 tourism arrivals and revenues but still failed to outperform main rival countries.

Cyprus Airways Flies into Era of the Paperless Cockpit

Cyprus Airway has transitioned to a fully paperless cockpit, marking an achievement for the airline in its commitment to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

Dozens of Investment Plans Submitted for Greek Port and Marina Upgrades

The Greek Tourism Ministry received 41 investment plans after a call for projects that will upgrade the country’s ports and marinas.

Sani/Ikos Group: Hospitality Training Program for Women in Greece

The Sani/Ikos Group has announced a skills development training program for women in Greece who have been away from the labor market for two or more years.

Athens and Thessaloniki Hotels See Average Room Rate Rise in 2023

Despite lower occupancy levels for Athens and Thessaloniki hotels, average room rates and revenue per room increased in 2023 over 2019.

Greece Launches Visitable Cheese Factory Certification Process

The Greek Tourism Ministry will be launching procedures for the certification of cheese factories so that they can open to tourists.

Skiathos to Upgrade Hiking Trails, Showcase Natural Heritage

The Skiathos municipality will be upgrading its footpath network in efforts to showcase the island’s natural and cultural heritage.

Orea Voyages in Greece Achieves Travelife Partner Level

Greek travel agency Orea Voyages received the Travelife Partner level award in recognition of the its long-term efforts regarding sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

TEMES: New Partnership to Boost Wine Tourism Experience at Costa Navarino

TEMES SA, Premia Properties, and Hellenic Wineries, will be teaming up to further develop the Navarino Vineyards as part of the wider Costa Navarino experience.

Greece Strengthens Tourism Ties with Switzerland and Albania

Enhancing tourism ties topped the agenda of meetings between Greece's tourism minister and the ambassadors of Switzerland and Albania.

Greece Inaugurates New Office of National Tourism Board in Istanbul

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni inaugurated a new office of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) in Istanbul.

Study: Leisure Travelers Now Booking Trips Earlier, Spending More

Spending more, booking earlier and lost luggage are some of the insights provided in a recent survey about 2024 travel planning by Sabre.

ECTAA: Greece Takes Bold Strides Towards Sustainable Tourism

Greece is ushering in a new era in its tourism strategy, focusing on nature conservation, community respect, and human-centric considerations.

Mitsis Hotels Group has Responsible Tourism as Highest Priority

Aspiring to act as a role model for sustainable tourism development in Greece, Mitsis Hotels Group has released its fourth annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report for the year 2022.

ETC Marks 75 Years of Promoting European Tourism

The European Travel Commission (ETC) is celebrating 75 years of promoting and representing European tourism.

GNTO Collaborates with ECTAA to ‘Green’ the Greek Experience

ECTAA, Europe’s travel agents, and the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) will host a webinar on “Greening The Greek Experience” in December.

Greece to Allocate €387 Million from Recovery Fund for Tourism Projects

Funds amounting to 387 million euros from Greece's recovery fund are available for projects to improve the country’s tourism sector.

New Greek Tourism Strategy has Four Goals

Greece has a new tourism strategy and will focus on achieving four goals, according to Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.