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Airlines Boost Seat Capacity to Meet Greek Summer Demand  

Airlines are increasing seating capacity to meet the growing demand for Greece ahead of summer.

Three Iconic Squares in Athens Changing to Welcome New Metro Line

The Municipality of Athens will be launching an open competitions for the revamp of three central squares ahead new metro operations.

Airbnbs in Greece Almost Fully Booked for Holy Spirit Weekend

Airbnb-style rentals in Greece are almost fully booked ahead of the three-day Holy Spirit weekend.

Greece’s INSETE Launches Free Air Data Tracking Tool

The INSETE Greek tourism research body has launched a free tool that monitors air seat planning and bookings on international flights.

HCAA: Greek Airports to Beat Pre-Covid 2019 Traffic Levels This Year

Greece is expecting passenger traffic in all airports this year to exceed pre-pandemic 2019 levels.

Pre-Covid Occupancy Levels Still Not Achievable for Athens Hoteliers  

Occupancy levels at hotels in Athens reached 63.7% during January-April, down by 5.9% compared to 2019.

EU Tables Tourist Bus Driving and Rest Time Proposals

The EU has proposed rules covering driving and rest times for tourist bus drivers to ensure safety and better working conditions.

Most Overnight Stays in Greece Still Concentrated in July-August

Greece is among the countries with the most overnight stays in July-August 2022, reflecting the impact of seasonality on tourism.

Greece’s Island-hopping Cycladic Invests in Electric Planes

Cycladic, Greece’s first-ever inter-island airline, plans to invest in electric planes and add new destinations on June 15.

Greece Welcomes More than 1 Million Travelers in Q1

More than 1.87 million travelers visited Greece in Q1 boosting travel receipts by 63.8% and setting the pace for the months ahead.

Greece a Top Residence-by-investment Option

Greece is among the Top 10 countries to buy real estate for residence, but missing out on the Russian market.

Europe Travel Commission Launches Climate Action Plan

The European Travel Commission (ETC) wants ‘impactful initiatives’ from its members after launching its climate action plan.

BoG: US Tourists Drive Rise in Greece Travel Receipts for January-March

Greece Q1 travel receipts came close to pre-Covid 2019 levels driven in large part by US traveler arrivals and spending.

NBG: Greek Hotels Optimistic for 2023, Expect Strong Growth in Next Three Years

Greek hotels are set for a positive three years ahead on the back of a dynamic start in 2023, according to the National Bank of Greece.

Greece Names 2023 IVF Year to Promote Health Tourism

As part of ongoing efforts to promote Greece’s health tourism advantages, the Greek Health Tourism Council Elitour will name 2023 the “In Vitro Fertilization Year”.  

WTTC Tells Governments to ‘Get Serious’ About Sustainable Aviation Fuel

The travel and tourism industry is calling on governments to offer incentives to encourage sustainable aviation fuel production.

Greece to Protect Historic Athens Cinemas Ideal and Astor

The Greek Environment Ministry has decided to designate two historic Athens cinemas as protected cultural monuments.

Athens Airport: New Curbside Pick-up Rules Take Effect June 7

Athens International Airport will be putting into effect new curbside access and traffic rules starting on June 7.

Greece Among Top Choices of British easyJet Flyers this Summer

British holidaymakers flying on easyJet are picking Greece this year, according to a poll conducted by the carrier.

Air Passenger Traffic to Greece Continues to Mark Sharp Rise

Passenger arrivals across all airports in Greece marked a sharp increase in the first four months of the year, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.