connect with us
Greece's latest tourism industry news by Greek Travel Pages

Athens Hotel Occupancy Continues to Lag Behind pre-Covid Levels

Despite Greece’s strong comeback in tourism in 2022, Athens hoteliers are far from satisfied with the occupancy levels in the first eight months of the year.

July-August Uber Demand Rises in Greece

Uber saw an increase in demand in Greece during the summer with the number of inbound travelers in July turning on their app up by 127% over the same month in 2019.

IATA Chief Expects Airplane Ticket Prices to Increase

Soaring fuel costs, sustainability requirements and poor financial condition of airline companies may inevitably lead to higher ticket fares, according to IATA Director General Willie Walsh.

Greece a European ‘Power Market’ for Airbnb-style Demand

Greece was among the “power markets” in Europe that were able to grow nights booked at short-term rentals this summer relative to the prior peak period of 2019, according to AirDNA.

GNTO Teams Up with Michelin Guide to Promote Greek Gastronomy

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) has joined forces with the prestigious Michelin Guide for the further promotion of Greek gastronomy through its guide books.

Greece to Set Marine Tourism Priorities in New Marketing Strategy

Further developing marine tourism and formulating a clearly defined marketing plan are at the top of the Greek government’s agenda, according to Secretary General for Tourism Policy and Development Olympia Anastasopoulou.

Inbound Tourist Traffic to Greece Up By 191.4% in Jan-July

Some 13.2 million travelers made their way to Greece over the January-July 2022 period boosting inbound flows by 191.4% compared to 2021, according to Bank of Greece data.

Ryanair Wants to Invest in Greece but with Lower Airport Charges

Ryanair is interested in investing more in the Greek market but airport charges are too high, according to the airline's CEO, Eddie Wilson.

Thessaloniki’s White Tower Named ‘Treasure of European Film Culture’

Thessaloniki’s landmark White Tower, the meeting point of generations of Greeks and visitors, has been added to the European Film Academy’s (EFI) “Treasures of European Film Culture” list.

Greece’s July Tourism Revenues Reach €3.7bn, Exceed 2019 Levels

Greece’s tourism industry is very close to recovering this year with a growing number of international arrivals and revenues exceeding pre-Covid levels.

Minister: Direct Flights from US to Greece to Continue in the Winter

Talks are underway between the Greek Tourism Ministry and US airlines to secure direct flights from America to Greece for the fall and winter season.

Tourism Helps Greece Get Closer to Investment Grade, Say Credit Rating Agencies

The Moody’s and DBRS agencies have maintained ‘favorable’ credit ratings for the Greek economy.

GNTO Invites Athletes to Sports Tourism Events Across Greece this Fall

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is supporting and promoting sports events in Greece in efforts to introduce travelers to alternative tourism options.

Kikilias: New Promo Campaign for Greece to Focus on Sustainable Tourism

Sustainability, environmental protection and smart mobility will be among the main themes of Greece’s upcoming tourism campaign, Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias has announced.

National Bank: Revived Tourism and Strong Goods Exports Drive Greece Growth

The National Bank of Greece has revised its projection for growth upward to 5.5-6% driven in large part by a successful year in tourism.

South Aegean Region Sees Strong September Arrivals After Robust August

Greece’s South Aegean Region has already reached record year 2019 levels in September with the number of arrivals so far up by 18%.

Crowds, Interest Peak at 86th Thessaloniki Trade Fair

Greece’s most influential trade show, the 86th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), attracted some 212,363 visitors and 1,500 exhibitors this year, fast approaching pre-pandemic levels.

GNTO Endorses Greek Gastronomy Events Nationwide

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) announced that it will support and promote four leading Greek gastronomy events to take place this month.

Greece a Top Holiday Choice for American Travelers in 2022

Greece this year is welcoming more American tourists thanks to the increased number of direct flights from the United States to Athens.

Greek Tourism Body Proposes Actions to Ease Energy Crisis

In view of what many expect to be a hard winter ahead, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) proposed a set of measures to help sector businesses deal with soaring energy costs.