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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.

IATA: Global Air Traffic Recoups 94.2% of pre-Covid Levels

Air traffic worldwide in June showed robust growth, recouping 94.2% of pre-Covid 2019 levels, according to IATA.

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.

International Arrivals to Greece via Road Recover in May-July

International tourist arrivals to Greece by road are recouping pre-Covid levels reaching 4.8 million from May to early July.

Greek PM Offers Free Weeklong Holiday to Those Affected by Rhodes Fires

Greece’s PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis offered free weeklong holidays for those affected by the fires on Rhodes.

Greek Tourism Ministry Launches Rhodes Recovery Action Plan

The Greek Tourism Ministry announced a set of actions aimed at restoring tourism to Rhodes after the destructive fires.

Greek Hoteliers Expect Strong Dynamic to Lift Tourism Above 2019 Levels

Greek hoteliers expect strong dynamic to continue, pushing tourism performance beyond pre-Covid 2019 levels.

Greek Beaches: Sunbed Overload Leads to Court Enquiry for Shoreline Misuse

Greece’s Supreme Court has ordered an enquiry following claims that beach bars are illegally occupying a number of island beaches.

Greece Welcomes R&I Rating Upgrade to Investment Grade

Japanese agency R&I upgraded the Greek economy's rating to investment grade BBB- with a stable outlook.

Twelve Greek Islands Expecting Full Occupancy in August

Twelve Greek lesser-known islands are expecting occupancy levels to reach 100 percent this month.

Greek MP Tables Plan for Immediate Regeneration of Fire-hit Rhodes

A Greek lawmaker has tabled seven actions that will help regenerate Rhodes after the devastating fires last month.

Rhodes Hoteliers Team Up with ‘Deliverback’ to Assist Fire-affected Travelers

Rhodes hoteliers team up with Deliverback to return luggage to holidaymakers affected by the fires on the island last month.