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Greece’s Regional Airports Drive Fraport’s Strong 2022 Performance

Greece’s 14 regional airports, some on popular destinations such as Mykonos, Santorini and Corfu, contributed to the positive performance of Fraport Group in 2022.

Greece – Italy Tourism Boards Join Forces

The tourism boards of Greece and Italy have teamed up to promote tourism between the two countries and co-organize initiatives in this direction.

Greece Takes Actions to Strengthen Tourist Flows to Thessaloniki

Increasing the number of international flights to Thessaloniki and Makedonia Airport and reaching out to new markets are top priorities for Greece.

Crete’s Heraklion Airport Marks 3.5% Increase in 2022 Over 2019

Crete’s Heraklion Airport exceeded pre-Covid 2019 passenger levels by 3.5% in 2022 with Chania Airport not far behind.

Greece Among Top 20 Traveling Nationalities in 2022

Greece is among the Top 20 nationalities that travel, according a report released by travel retail research agency m1nd-set in cooperation with IATA and ARC.

WHO Calls for Travelers to Wear Masks on Long-haul Flights as New Covid-19 Variant Emerges

The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging governments to re-instate mask-wearing rules on long-haul flights and in high-risk situations.

OECD Sees Greece’s Economy Slowing Down in 2023

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) expects the Greek economy to slow down in 2023 hindered by war, energy crisis, inflation.

Part of Menalon Mountain in Greece Protected Under New Scheme

Part of the Menalon mountain range in Greece has been given high protection status by the Environment Ministry, prohibiting all forms of construction.

Athens Among Least Expensive Cities in the World

Athens appears to be among the least expensive cities in the world, according to the EIU’s 2022 Worldwide Cost of Living survey.

Greece’s GNTO-EKOME Agree to Promote Tourism, Domestic Film Production

Greek film and tourism bodies team up to promote destination Greece and domestic film projects.

Greek Firm Intrakat to Revamp Paros Airport

Greek construction firm Intrakat will undertake the upgrade and modernization of Paros Airport in a concession deal valued at 33 million euros.

High Domestic Demand for Winter Destinations in Greece

Greeks chose popular winter destinations over the holidays giving accommodation providers a much-needed boost.

Greek FinMin Expects Investment Activity to Pick Up in 2023

Investment activity in Greece is set to accelerate this year and next, says Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras.

Greece Inks Long-term Deals with 10 Airlines to Boost Tourism

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) has entered agreements with 10 airlines as part of efforts to boost tourism in Greece all year round.

Almost 800 Cruise Ships to Make Port Calls at Piraeus

Greece’s largest port, Piraeus, will be welcoming nearly 800 cruise ship arrivals in 2023.

WHO Sees Limited Impact in Europe of China Covid-19 Surge

The World Health Organization (WHO) does not expect the surge in Covid-19 cases in China to affect Europe.

Design for Athens’ New National Archaeological Museum Selected

Athens' new National Archaeological Museum will be created by architect Alexandros N Tombazis and David Chipperfield Architects.

Survey: Crete to be Among Top 10 Trending Destinations in 2023

Crete is expected to be among the world’s top trending destinations in 2023 with a focus on active tourism, according to Mabrian Technologies.

Covid-19: World Tourism Bodies Say China Traveler Restrictions a ‘Step Back’

World travel and tourism bodies, including airline associations, say EU recommendations to test travelers from China are a step back.

Greece to Restore Quake-hit Monuments on Kos

The Greek culture ministry said it would be moving ahead with the restoration of quake-hit monuments on Kos.