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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.

Registrations Open for Run Bike Care Event in Athens

Run Bike Care raises funds for “Mazi kai sto Spiti”, providing free support to oncology patients and families, through a 5km run/walk and 10km bike ride.

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.

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.

US Bishops Embark on Pilgrimage Tour to Greece

Fifty US Evangelical Church bishops traced Apostle Paul's journey in Greece, visiting historic and religious sites during a fam trip organized by the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization.

Thessaloniki Port Authority Investing Millions in Expansion Projects

The Thessaloniki Port Authority is investing 45 million euros in expansion projects this year.

Air France Launches 6 Seasonal Routes to Greece from Paris

Air France has announced six medium-haul routes from Paris to popular Greek destinations including Santorini, Heraklion, and Mykonos for summer 2023.

Thessaloniki Tourism Organization Makes Waves at Seatrade Cruise Global 2023

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization promoted Thessaloniki as a top cruise destination at the Seatrade Cruise Global 2023, the leading annual cruise industry event.

Thessaloniki and Belgrade Tourism Organizations Launch Strategic Cooperation

The Thessaloniki and Belgrade tourism organizations have partnered to promote the two cities as travel destinations, ideal for various types of travelers.

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.

Passengers Rank Thessaloniki ‘Makedonia’ Airport Among Best in Europe

Thessaloniki “Makedonia” Airport was ranked among the best in Europe in the annual Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey by ACI World.

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.

Makedonia Palace in Thessaloniki, Greece, Joins WorldHotels’ Portfolio

The Makedonia Palace hotel in Thessaloniki has joined WorldHotels, becoming the first hotel in Greece to join the prestigious brand.

Thessaloniki: Tender Launched for Upgrade of 10 Commercial Streets

Thessaloniki will invest 30 million euros to upgrade ten commercial streets with more greenery, smart city features and accessibility improvements.

Greece’s Hospitality Sector Starting Point for Partnerships in Tourism

Greece’s hospitality sector could become the ideal starting point for partnerships in tourism, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

ITB Berlin: Prebookings from Germany to Halkidiki Up by 19% Over 2019

Prebookings for Halkidiki by German travelers are up 19% compared to pre-Covid 2019 levels, according to feedback collected by the destination’s tourism organization at this year’s ITB Berlin expo.

WorldHotels Launches in Greece with Iconic Makedonia Palace in Thessaloniki

The Makedonia Palace Hotel in Thessaloniki has joined the WorldHotels Luxury collection as the brand’s first hotel in Greece.

Thessaloniki Mayor Honors First Responders to Tempi Train Crash and Quake-hit Turkey

Thessaloniki’s mayor honored Greece’s rescuers who were on the front lines of the response to the train accident in Tempi and the earthquake in Turkey.

Kyvernitis Travel-AMEX GBT Announces Actions to Strengthen Branch in Thessaloniki

Kyvernitis Travel S.A., the official representative of American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) in Greece, has announced targeted actions to strengthen its branch in Thessaloniki.

ACI World: Athens and Thessaloniki Airports Among Best Worldwide for Customer Experience

The airports of Athens and Thessaloniki have been recognized among the best worldwide for offering excellent customer experience.