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Greece Launches Contactless ‘Tap & Pay’ System on Athens Airport Express Buses

A new contactless 'Tap & Pay' System is now available for passengers riding the express buses to Athens International Airport.

Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards: The Best Greek Hotels for 2024

More than 100 Greek hotels are on Tripadvisor's "Best of the Best" lists for 2024 that are based on reviews of real travelers.

Thessaloniki Tourism Organization to Focus on Destination Management, Become DMO

As part of efforts to expand its scope and attract funds, Thessaloniki’s tourism organization will operate as a DMO (destination management organization).

Thessaloniki Drops on 2023 Traveler Satisfaction Index

Although Thessaloniki is winning over travelers with its food and fun, lack of cleanliness, noise, and traffic are taking a toll on visitors’ satisfaction levels.

Grand Hotel Palace Teams Up with TexCycle Greece for Textile Recycling Initiative

Thessaloniki's five-star Grand Hotel Palace has partnered with TexCycle Greece, one of the largest used clothing collection companies, to recycle its textile waste.

TIF-Helexpo: Greece’s National Expo Body Reaches Out to South American Market

Thessaloniki’s TIF-Helexpo announced actions to reach out to the Latin American market with an initial focus on the Andean states.

Thessaloniki Promotes its City Break Tourism Side to Foreign Travel Agents

Travel agents from Europe and the United States had the opportunity to get to know Thessaloniki as an attractive city break destination.

Study: Less Than Half of Greece’s Businesses Have Digital Transformation Plan

Greece’s businesses still have a long way to go towards full digital transition with costs and lack of specialized human resources making it even harder.

Four ‘Smart’ Greek Cities Awarded EU Mission Label

Four Greek cities have been awarded the EU Mission Label, which recognizes their plans to achieve climate neutrality by 2030.

Philoxenia Hotel in Halkidiki Gets Ready to Open for the Season

The Philoxenia Hotel in Halkidiki will reopen its doors and welcome visitors on April 26, ready to offer unforgettable vacations and carefree moments of relaxation.

Thessaloniki Tourism Organization’s Stand Applauded at Expo in Prague

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization was honored for its stand’s impressive appearance during the recent Holiday World & Region World tourism exhibition in Prague.

Thessaloniki to Welcome Over 40,000 Visitors for EuroPride 2024 Event

Thousands of people are expected to visit Thessaloniki in June to celebrate acceptance and equality at the first EuroPride to be held in Greece.

Greece’s Cycling Tour 2024 to Start in Thessaloniki, Finish in Athens

The "DEI International Cycling Tour of Greece" event for the first time will start from Thessaloniki and end in Athens, "uniting" the two major urban centers of Greece.

US Ambassador Says Increasing Flights from US to Greece a Priority

US Ambassador to Greece George Tsunis said upgrading infrastructure was key to increasing air connectivity and attracting cruise travelers.

Greece’s Hoteliers to Take Music Quota Decision to Court if Needed  

Hoteliers in Greece are warning that they will be taking a recent Culture Ministry bill setting a Greek music quota to court if the bill is not withdrawn.

Greece Takes More Steps to Ensure Fair Play on Hospitality Market

Greece’s tourism minister said legislative revisions to the short-term rental market will create a framework that ensures fair play in the hospitality sector.

Cyprus Airways: Greece ‘Stars’ in Summer 2024 Schedule

Cyprus Airways has announced its summer 2024 flight schedule that includes flights between Larnaca and eight new destinations in Greece.

Greece Takes Step to Upgrade Tourism Education

Greece’s Tourism Ministry will be upgrading vocational tourism training schools to higher learning institutes as part of efforts to expand education in the field.

Thessaloniki Mayor Takes Over City’s Tourism Organization

Stelios Angeloudis, the mayor of Thessaloniki, was announced president of the city's tourism organization.

Thessaloniki Airport ‘Makedonia’ Ranks Among Europe’s Top Airports for Second Year

Thessaloniki Airport “Makedonia” in Greece was honored as one of the best airports in Europe for customer experience.