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Athens Named One of the Top 10 Best Destinations for September Vacation

The Independent includes Athens in the top 10 global destinations for September vacations, citing mild weather and rich history as key attractions.

Thessaly: Destination Management Organization to Launch in Karditsa

A Destination Management Organization (DMO) will launch in Karditsa to lead and coordinate the tourism efforts of the Region of Thessaly and and promote sustainable tourism development.

New App Brings Acropolis of the 5th Century BC Back to Life

A new app gives visitors to the Acropolis the opportunity to experience the site as it was during the 5th century BC.

Thessaloniki’s Alkazar Mosque Set for Full Restoration

Thessaloniki’s iconic Hamza Bey Mosque, also known as Alkazar, will be fully restored under a budget of 10.5 million euros.

Marketing Greece Invites Travelers to Listen to the ‘Echoes’ of Epirus

A new film by Marketing Greece unveils the natural beauty, intangible cultural heritage and hospitable locals of the region of Epirus in northwestern Greece.

Celestyal Cruises Expands Global Commercial Team with Two Senior Appointments

As part of its investment in key markets, Celestyal Cruises has appointed two senior members - Tobias Klitsch and Beth Hulett - to its commercial team.

Acropolis Museum: Free Entry on Saturday Night, All Day on May 18

The Acropolis Museum, one of the most popular museums in Athens and across Greece, will open its doors with free admission on two special occasions this month.

Study: Greece’s Popularity as Wine Tourism Destination on the Up

Greece is gaining popularity for its wine tourism experiences, with a 41% increase in searches for wine tours and tasting in 2022, according to a study by Tourix.

Romanian TV to Show Best of Meteora and Trikala

The beauty and culture of Meteora and Trikala will soon be shown for all of Romania to see through the country’s state television network TVR.

Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino Unveils Fan Symbol Designed by Greek Artist Dimitris Papaioannou

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has unveiled a new fan design for its Costa Navarino resort, reflecting the local culture and environment of Messinia.

Greece’s Official Digital Portal for Tourism Strikes Gold for New Look

Greece's official tourism website - visitgreece.gr - won the Gold Award in the Digital Tourism category at the Tourism Awards 2023 organized by Boussias Events. 

Cunard Appoints Katie McAlister as President

Luxury British cruise line, Cunard, has appointed Katie McAlister as president to lead the company’s expansion plans and maximize growth opportunities.

Travel + Leisure Readers Place Two ‘Katikies’ Hotels Among Best in the World

Katikies Santorini and Katikies Mykonos, both under the Katikies Group, have been listed among the 500 Best Hotels in the World by Travel + Leisure readers.

Greek Culture Ministry to Restore Castle on Zakynthos

The Greek Culture Ministry will restore the castle on Zakynthos with 1.5 million euros from the EU Recovery and Resilience Fund.

Greece’s Short-term Rental Players Discuss Best Practices

For the first time in Greece, short-term rental operators sat down at the same table with the public revenue body to discuss best practices.

Greece-Cyprus Ferry Connection to Resume May 31

The ferry linking Cyprus with Greece will resume operations on May 31 and once again connect Limassol to Piraeus, according to Scandro Holding Ltd.

Anatolia Hospitality Expands ONOMA Hotel Brand to Athens

Anatolia Hospitality will expand its ONOMA brand to Athens and open a new 5-star ‘Instagrammable’ hotel that offers personalized experiences.

Greece Allows Pets in Specific Archaeological Sites Under New Guidelines

Under specific conditions, people can now visit select archaeological sites in Greece accompanied by their pets.

Neptune Hotels Announces Rebrand and Launches New Website

Neptune Hotels has rebranded as the Neptune Luxury Resort also unveiling a new logo and website to reflect its continuous improvement.

Parga’s MarBella Elix Opens for 2023 Season, Offers a Bundle of Digital-detox Activities

The MarBella Elix luxury hotel in Epirus, northwestern Greece, has opened for the 2023 season with many outdoor activities available including day trips to historic sites and sea kayaking/hiking tours.