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Greece Expects Tourists to Spend More this Year

Greece’s tourism minister, Vassilis Kikilias, sees a strong year ahead for the country, following encouraging feedback from travel and tourism operators worldwide.

Minister: New Hotel Investments Brighten Athens City Center

The Greek Tourism Ministry applauds the investments made around Omonia Square in Athens, underlining that new hotels brighten the city center, create economic activity and attract more tourists.

Greece Set to See Tourism Revival in 2022 Despite ‘Omicron’

Greece is among the European tourism destinations expected to recover losses due to Covid-19 thanks in large part to its high vaccination rates.

Greece Sea Tourism, Hotels Top Priorities for Ministry’s New Secretary General

Hotel issues, marine tourism and cruise travel topped the agenda of meetings between newly-appointed Greek Secretary General for Tourism Policy and Development Olympia Anastasopoulou and stakeholders.

Corfu to Get New Berthing Facility for Recreational Boats

The Greek island of Corfu will soon be getting a new recreational boat berthing facility at the old port (Cafe Yali).

Tourism Minister: 2022 Bookings for Greece Up in January Over Pre-Pandemic 2019

With Greece’s early booking levels in January up 30% over the same month in pre-pandemic 2019, the Tourism Ministry expects a considerable increase for the months ahead.

Crete: Chania Aiming to Launch Greece’s 1st Citizens Tourism Service Center

The Municipality of Chania on Crete is hoping to launch Greece’s first Citizens Tourism Service Center that would offer information to visitors on tourism-related issues.

EIB Teams Up with Greek Banks to Support Covid-hit Businesses

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group will join forces with Greek banks to support businesses impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, providing 6.5 billion euros in liquidity.

Greece Sets Sights on Becoming a Tourism Champion

Greece is working hard to become a frontrunner in travel and tourism, according to the country’s tourism minister, Vassilis Kikilias.

Greece to Boost Security at Main Areas of Tourist Activity

As Greece prepares to open to tourists next month, the ministers of tourism and civil protection met to set out the safety standards to be implemented at entry points.

PM: Tourism and Food Services to Drive Greece Growth

Tourism and the food & drink industry will take Greece’s economy to the next level, according to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

FinMin: Greece to Repay IMF Loans Two Years Ahead of Schedule

Greece will proceed with the early repayment of bailout loans to the IMF by the end of the month., according to Finance Minister Christos Staikouras.

Actions Discussed to Ensure Safety at Zakynthos Shipwreck Site

Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias and local authorities recently discussed safety standards for the operation of Zakynthos' famous Navagio site.

Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia to Take the Spotlight in Hollywood’s ‘The Bricklayer’

Filming of Hollywood action-thriller 'The Bricklayer' is set to begin in Thessaloniki and Central Macedonia next month.

Crete Sets Up Cluster for Promotion of Local Products, Cuisine

Showcasing the products of Crete and promoting the world-famous Cretan diet are the top priorities of the newly formed cluster titled “Kriti to Nisi Mou” (Crete: My Island).

Greece’s Regions Unite to Launch Tourism Season Next Month

Greek regional governors are prepared to welcome the first tourists in Greece next month responding to the Tourism Ministry’s call for the extension of the season.

EU Commission: Tourist Flows Lift Greece Economy in 2021

Healthier tourist flows to Greece over the summer helped the Greek economy reclaim a significant part of Covid-19-induced losses, according to the European Commission.

Attica Region Seeks to Create ‘Health, Wellness and Greek Hospitality Village’

Attica Region Governor Giorgos Patoulis announced plans to create a “Health, Wellness and Greek Hospitality Village” in Athens.

Greece Covid-19 Health Experts Say ‘No’ to Carnival Events

Greek health experts have ruled against Carnival activities, citing the persistently high number of incidents and deaths from Covid-19.

Greece Ready to Welcome Travelers Earlier This Year

Greece will be open and ready to welcome travelers earlier than ever this year, expecting the first visitors in March, according to Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.