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Greek Hoteliers Angry Over Inclusion of Airbnbs in ‘Tourism for All’ Scheme

Greek hoteliers are angry over a government decision to include Airbnb-style accommodations in its “Tourism for All” subsidized holiday scheme.

Greece has Action Plan Ready for Autumn Covid-19 Wave

An action plan to address a recurrence of Covid-19 in Greece is ready and will be implemented in the fall if needed, according to Greek Health Minister Thanos Plevris.

Ancient Messene to Get New Archaeological Museum

A new archaeological museum is in the pipeline to host finds discovered at Ancient Messene in the Peloponnese.

July Tourist Arrivals Hitting All-time High in South Aegean Region

Post-COVID tourist arrivals at the South Aegean islands are hitting an all-time high, turning this month into the "best July ever" for the region.

New Funding Program for Agritourism Projects in Greece

The Greek Rural Development Ministry will be allocating funds to “green” tourism projects linking agriculture with manufacture. Interested parties can apply starting July 19.

Greeks Among 38m People in Europe Who Can’t Afford a Vacation

Greeks are among 38 million Europeans who don’t make enough to go on holiday, according to the latest data released by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC).

US Tourists to Greece Up by 50% in June

Arrivals to Greece from the US, increased by 50 percent in June compared to record year 2019, reflecting a positive upward trend.

Study: No Holidays This Year for 1 in 2 Greeks 

One in two Greeks will not go on vacation this year, according to a study published recently by the Hellenic Retail Business Association (SELPE).

GNTO to Showcase Mani Through its History, Culture, Food

The GNTO is looking to establish the region of Mani into a leading tourism destination with a focus on culture, gastronomy and history.

Greece: New Rules for Tourists Infected with Covid-19

Tourists to Greece that find themselves infected with Covid-19 will not be required to quarantine, according to a new government decision issued this week.

Minister: Tourism Driving Greece Growth Beyond Eurozone Average

Tourism is Greece’s “strong card”, set to generate revenues in 2022 that will boost the economy despite the challenges, said Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greece – Moldova Tighten Ties in Tourism

Greece and Moldova have agreed to strengthen ties in tourism with joint actions that will boost tourism flows between the two countries.

Athens Airport June Traffic Nears Pre-Covid Levels

Athens Airport nearly touched pre-pandemic passenger figures in June, reaching 2.43 million in total, still down by 6.8 percent over 2019.

Greek Tourism Ministry Aims to Rebrand ‘Byzantine Lady’ Kastoria

The Greek Tourism Ministry has announced plans to rebrand the lake-side town of Kastoria and promote it as a key tourist destination in Western Macedonia.

Germans First to Buy Holiday Homes in Greece

Germans are keen on buying holiday homes in Greece, moving up to first place on the list of foreigners purchasing properties in the country.

Amanzoe Resort Stops Operations Due to Fire Damage

Luxury Amanzoe resort in Porto Heli, Peloponnese, announced that it had suspended operations after a fire in the area this week, caused damages.

Greece’s Brand Name Stronger Than Ever

Greece's brand name is stronger than ever and Athens is making a comeback, said Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias, adding that efforts were paying off.

Study: Limited Impact of Russia-Ukraine War on Greek Tourism

Greek tourism enterprises are not likely to be affected by the Russia-Ukraine war, with new markets already replacing tourists from the two countries, found a recent report.

Athens Airport on Track to Full Recovery

Air traffic through Athens Airport is approaching pre-Covid levels with Greece expecting tourists into December, said Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greek Island Ferry Tickets Increase Again Third Time This Year

For a third time this year, ferry tickets to the Greek islands increased by as much as 8 percent, starting July 1.