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Athens and Thessaloniki Airports Rated as Best in Greece by Google Users

The airports of Thessaloniki and Athens were ranked as the best in Greece by Google users in the first half of the year.

Greek Civil Protection Ministry Announces Emergency Fire Measures

Greek authorities have announced emergency measures including banning access to wooded areas as fires rage across Greece.

Greece’s Tourism Board Sets Priorities for Corfu

Extending the tourism season and rebranding are among the top priorities for Corfu tabled by Greece’s tourism board.

Greece Issues Warnings for High Risk of Fires, Dadia Forest Under Threat

Greek authorities are warning of high risk of fires as one of Greece’s largest nature preserves, the Dadia Forest, is under threat.

ACI: Strong H1 Passenger Traffic Places Athens Airport in the Lead in Europe

Athens Airport is among the Top 5 in Europe reporting the largest passenger traffic increases in January-June 2023.

Greece Coastal Shipping Activity Up by 36% in 2022

Greece’s coastal shipping operators handled a total of 17.5 million passengers and 3.7 million vehicles in 2022.

Ioannina and Heraklion Hoteliers Urge Gov’t to Resolve Air Connectivity Issue

Tourism stakeholders in Ioannina and Heraklion are urging the government to restore the remote air route between the two cities.

Cycling: L’Étape Greece by Tour de France 2024 Bike Race Announced for April

The second edition of the L'Étape Greece by Tour de France cycling race will take place on April 6, 2024, in Ancient Olympia.

NBG: 2023 May be a Record-breaking Year for Greek Tourism

Greek tourism revenues may reach 21 billion euros this year, surpassing the record previously set in 2019.

Lesser-known Greek Isles Win Over the Crowds for August 15 Holiday

Less popular Greek islands are set to reach full occupancy levels during the August 15 holiday.

Renewing Fleet a Challenge for Greece’s Coastal Shipping Sector

Greece’s coastal shipping fleet is getting old and companies are now faced with one of the greatest challenges: renewal.

Greece Clamps Down on Public Beach Violations Prompted by Angry Citizens

Protests over shoreline use violations, which have seen thousands of umbrellas and seaside bars cover Greek beaches, are increasing.

US State Dept Sees Investment Prospects in Greece as Positive  

The US State Department considers investment prospects in Greece as being positive, according to its latest Investment Climate Statement.

Acropolis Visitor Zones Go into Effect in September

Special visitor zones aimed at easing tourist traffic to the Acropolis in Athens are set to go into effect on September 4.

Greek Ministry Prioritizes Monemvasia’s Cultural Development Projects

The Greek Culture Ministry is looking to accelerate three major cultural projects in Monemvasia, Peloponnese.

NBG: Climate Change Boosts Travel Demand for Lesser Known Greek Destinations

Climate change and high temperatures are set to increase demand for lesser known Greek destinations, study finds.

Greece Raises Golden Visa Limit to €500,000 for Certain Areas

Greece doubled the golden visa limit to 500,000 euros from 250,000 euros applicable to properties in certain areas.

Travelers Give Greek Hotels Thumbs Up for Service in June

Greek hotels outperformed those in rival markets for customer satisfaction in June, a study found.

Greece to Launch ‘Rhodes, What You Love is Here’ Campaign

In efforts to restore Rhodes’ reputation and encourage tourism to the island, Greece will launch a new international campaign.

Greek Airport Traffic Soars in First Half of 2023

Greece’s airports welcomed 27.4 million passengers in the January-June period, marking a 21.7% rise in traffic over 2022.