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Dozens of Investment Plans Submitted for Greek Port and Marina Upgrades

The Greek Tourism Ministry received 41 investment plans after a call for projects that will upgrade the country’s ports and marinas.

More Flights to Meet Irish Tourist Demand for Greece in 2024

To meet the growing demand for Greece by Irish travelers, airlines such as Aer Lingus and Ryanair are adding more flights to Greek destinations this year.

Greece Welcomes Addition of Airline Seats in Winter Period

Available airline seats to Greece for the November 2023–March 2024 period were up by 16.8% to 4.7 million driven by strong demand.

Greece to Change Golden Visa Rules, Increase Investment Limit

Greece will be changing its Golden visa rules to attract more ‘significant investments’ and to ensure market balance.

Athens and Thessaloniki Hotels See Average Room Rate Rise in 2023

Despite lower occupancy levels for Athens and Thessaloniki hotels, average room rates and revenue per room increased in 2023 over 2019.

Greece Launches Visitable Cheese Factory Certification Process

The Greek Tourism Ministry will be launching procedures for the certification of cheese factories so that they can open to tourists.

Greek Opposition Meets With Tourism Bodies to Discuss National Strategy

Greek opposition party leader Stefanos Kasselakis met with tourism stakeholders to discuss the priorities for sector development.

ACI Europe: Athens Airport Among Best Performing in 2023

Athens Airport was among those in its size group in Europe to report the best passenger traffic performance in 2023.

IATA: Total 2023 Air Traffic Edged Closer to pre-Covid Levels

Total air traffic in 2023 managed to recoup 94.1% of pre-pandemic 2019 levels and surpass 2022 by 36.9%.

Thessaloniki Tourism Body Looks to Help Educate Future Sector Professionals

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization further expands into education after partnering with the Institute of Vocational Tourism Training of Macedonia.

Greece Tops Irish Travelers’ Wish Lists This Year

Greece is at the top of Irish travelers’ bucket lists for 2024, according to feedback collected during the Holiday World Show 2024 in Dublin.

Skiathos to Upgrade Hiking Trails, Showcase Natural Heritage

The Skiathos municipality will be upgrading its footpath network in efforts to showcase the island’s natural and cultural heritage.

EU Agrees to Improve Working Conditions for Tourist Bus Drivers

EU bodies agree to new rules that will improve the working conditions for tourist bus drivers.

INSETE: Bolstering Greece’s Competitiveness Key for Strong Tourism Year

The cost-of-living crisis and the changing economic climate are not seen as impacting tourism demand for Greece.

New Attica Governor Aims to Establish the Region as Key Tourism Destination

The promotion of Attica Region’s tourism offerings to the world will be a priority of Governor Nikos Hardalias.

Greece’s Small Accommodation Owners Call on Gov’t to Reexamine Spatial Planning Law

Greece’s small accommodation facility owners are calling on the gov’t to review a new spatial planning law.

TEMES: New Partnership to Boost Wine Tourism Experience at Costa Navarino

TEMES SA, Premia Properties, and Hellenic Wineries, will be teaming up to further develop the Navarino Vineyards as part of the wider Costa Navarino experience.

Deloitte: 5 US Travel Trends Expected to Shape the Industry in 2024

Travel frequency may change in 2024 but higher-end travel products could have a better year compared to budget options, found a Deloitte report.

Messinia Hoteliers Urge Authorities to Speed Up Kalamata Airport Upgrade

Messinia hoteliers are urging authorities to accelerate procedures so that Kalamata Airport is modernized ahead of the tourism season.

Matka 2024: Greece a Favorite Destination for Finnish Travelers  

Greece remains the leading choice for Finnish travelers accounting for almost 41% of their trips to Europe this year.