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Greece’s New 1821 App Features Revolution Sites and Monuments

A new free app on landmarks and monuments related to the 1821 Greek War of Independence was launched by the Greek Tourism Ministry and the GNTO as part of this year’s bicentennial celebrations.

Santorini’s Katikies Chromata Hotel Earns GBAC STAR Accreditation

The Katikies Chromata Santorini luxury hotel in Greece has achieved the GBAC STAR facility accreditation for cleaning protocols.

Greece’s ‘Authentic Marathon Swim’ Scheduled for July 2-4

The Authentic Marathon Swim will return for the second consecutive year at Artemision, Greece, during July 2-4.

Europeans Want Greece for their Upcoming Trip, Says Study

Greece is the first place European travelers wish to visit for their next trip, according to a study conducted by the Royal Elcano Institute and Spanish tourism institute Turespaña.

Thessaloniki to Become First Colorblind-friendly Destination in Greece

Thessaloniki is set to become the first destination in Greece to adopt the ColorADD system for people with color blindness.

Greece Rules Out Opening Retail on March 29 Due to Covid-19 Case Surge

Greece has ruled out opening retail on March 29 as initially planned due to an upsurge in Covid-19 cases.

Report: Consumers are Looking Forward to Traveling Again

A global consumer survey by American Express reveals key trends indicating pent-up demand for travel, a readiness to plan for future trips, and the rise of the digital nomad.

Athens and Istanbul Mayors Pledge to Strengthen Ties

The mayors of Athens and Istanbul have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen bilateral relations between the two cities.

Greece Eagerly Awaits Revamped National Gallery Official Opening

The renovated National Gallery in Athens will open officially to visitors once Covid-19 measures are lifted and conditions allow.

Poseidonion Grand Hotel Introduces ‘The Pine Estate’, a New Property on Spetses Island

The Poseidonion Grand Hotel on the island of Spetses introduces "The Pine Estate", created for holidaymakers seeking for peace and privacy.

Greek Tourism to Enter New Era with 11 Key Projects

Eleven major investments in cruise, marina, and airport infrastructure are expected to take Greek tourism to the next level after Covid-19.

Greece Set to Welcome Large Number of Romanian Tourists 

Greece will be the first preferred destination for Romanians this year, according to the economy minister of Romania, Claudiu Nasui.

Scandinavians Keen on Visiting Greece with Covid-19 Test or Vaccination Certificate

Scandinavians are willing to travel to Greece this year, either with a negative Covid-19 PCR test or a vaccination certificate.

Archaeological Sites, Beauty Salons Re-open in Greece

Archaeological sites and beauty salons have re-opened in Greece after the government decided to ease a few Covid-19 lockdown measures.

GNTO Includes Agritourism in Greece’s Promotional Strategy

The Greek National Tourism Organization is planning to run a mini campaign to promote agritourism activities in Greece.

Greece May Open to UK Travelers Earlier, Says Tourism Minister

Greek authorities are examining the possibility of opening borders earlier for British travelers due to the UK’s successful vaccination rollout.

FinMin Expects €8bn in Greek Tourism Revenue This Year

Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras is expecting Greece's tourism revenue to double this year predicting it will reach 8 billion euros compared to 4 billion in 2020.

GNTO France: EU’s Green Certificate Brings Optimism for Greek Tourism’s Restart

The Director of GNTO France Dimitra Voziki is optimistic about Greece's tourism reopening, especially now that the Commission proposed an EU-wide digital green certificate for travel.

Central Macedonia will Aim to Attract More German Travelers

Central Macedonia will aim to attract more German travelers in 2021, according to the region's deputy governor for tourism, Alexandros Thanos.

National Gallery Prepares to Celebrate Greece 2021 Bicentennial

The National Gallery in Athens is preparing for a special one-day opening to mark the bicentennial of the Greek War of Independence.