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Local Tourism Bodies Encourage Greek Airlines to Vie for Ioannina-Heraklion Route

Tourism bodies in the Ioannina prefecture are calling on Greek airlines to vie for the Ioannina-Heraklion air route.

ACI Europe Chief Warns of New Airport Charges Ahead

Airport charges are set to increase in the midst of the cost-of-living crisis, warned ACI Europe chief, Olivier Jankovec.

Mykonos Upgrades Tourist Experience with New Smart Sign System

Visitors to Mykonos will be able to learn more about the popular island and get around easier thanks to a new smart sign system.

ACI Europe: Greece Exceeds Pre-Covid Air Connectivity Levels

Greece is one of only five national markets to have exceeded pre-Covid 2019 air connectivity levels.

Athens Hotel Occupancy Levels Rise in First Five Months

Occupancy levels at hotels in Athens increased in the first five months of the year over 2022 but were still down over the same period in pre-Covid 2019.

Study: 70,000 Jobs Still Open as Greek Tourism Season Starts

Greece’s peak tourism season has kicked off with some 70,000 jobs still open, found a study.

Athens and Thessaloniki See New Hotel Project Boom in Q1

Athens and Thessaloniki are seeing a hotel boom as increasing tourist arrivals boost occupancy levels.

Greece’s New PM Sets Gov’t Priorities at 1st Cabinet Meeting

Greece’s new PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis set out government priorities during the first cabinet meeting after elections.

Demand for Airbnb Rentals in Greece Soars in May

Demand for Airbnb-style holiday rentals in Greece in May exceeded pre-Covid 2019 levels and supply.

Ferry Travel in Greece Among the Costliest in Europe

The cost of traveling by ferry boat in Greece is among the highest in Europe, found a study.

Maritime Tourism: Skiathos Marina Set to Get Makeover

The main marina on the island of Skiathos is set to be revamped with the master plan expected to be presented by the end of June.

Greece a ‘Hot’ Vacation Choice for UAE Travelers

Greece is among the Top 10 summer destinations for travelers planning their holidays from the United Arab Emirates.

Villa Prices Dropping on Santorini and Mykonos Islands

On the back of declining arrivals and bookings, Greece’s two traditionally popular islands Mykonos and Santorini are now seeing the prices of villas drop by as much as 50%.

Belvedere Hotel Celebrates 20 Years of Matsuhisa Mykonos

Belvedere Hotel Mykonos marks the 20-year anniversary of its famous Matsuhisa Mykonos with the Nobu Food Festival.

Flight, Passenger Arrivals to Greek Airports Outdo Pre-Covid 2019 Figures

Total air traffic through Greece’s airports increased in the first five months surpassing pre-Covid 2019 levels by 10.8%.

‘Space Between’ Art Show to Highlight Hilton’s History, Create New Conrad Narrative

Contemporary photography, snapshots from previous decades and street art are presented in an outdoor exhibition around the site that used to be home to Hilton Athens.

BoG: Arrivals to Greece Up in Jan-April, Average Spending Per Trip Drops

Tourists to Greece appear to spending less despite an increase in arrivals in the first four months of the year.

Greek Interim Tourism Minister Meets with Innovators to Discuss Next Day

Greece’s interim tourism minister, Ioanna Dretta, met with sector innovators to discuss opportunities and challenges ahead.

New Investments in 2021-2022 Boost Greek Hotel Sector

Nearly 4 billion euros went into Greece’s hotel sector over the last two years with the bulk of funds invested in the construction of new hotels.

First Guidance Committee for Sustainable Greek Islands Convenes

The first guidance committee meeting for the GR-eco Islands initiative agrees on sustainable goals which will add value to the Greek island tourism product.