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Americans Visiting Greece on 63 Weekly Flights

Americans keen on traveling to Greek destinations this summer can now do so on 63 direct flights a week from the United States to Greece.

Longer Tourism Season, More Destinations are SETE’s Goals for Greece

Extending the tourism season and introducing lesser-known destinations are at the core of the Greek Tourism Confederation’s plan for the next years.

Tighter Safety Rules for Hotels in Greece, More Inspections

Starting this month, Greece’s Labor Inspection Body will be carrying out checks at hotels to ensure laws and safety regulations are being implemented.

Greece’s State-funded Holiday Scheme Made Easier

Greece's state-funded program covering holidays for lower-income families or individuals will be extended to more people and be easier to get.

Greece Expects Tourism Surge from Romania

Greece this year is expecting a strong increase in the number of Romanian travelers who are showing an interest in destinations including Halkidiki, Pieria, the Ionian islands, Evia and Thassos.

Tourism Minister Kikilias Begins Promoting Greece to Target Markets – First Stop: Romania

Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias is traveling to Romania under the ministry's ‘door to door’ strategy to promote Greece to target markets.

US Carriers Have More Plans for Greece, New Connections Under Consideration

Greece may see an expansion of existing US airline routes for 2022 and new direct connections to/from American cities such as Miami and Dallas next year.

Greece to Promote Tourism Product Through ‘Door to Door’ Strategy

The Greek Tourism Ministry will follow a ‘door to door’ strategy to promote Greece as a tourism destination to target markets abroad.

Airbnb Supports Remote Work Option ‘For Good’

"Live and work anywhere" is home-sharing giant Airbnb’s new philosophy giving thousands of employees the option to full-time remote work plus perks.

Greek PM Sees Positive Tourism Year Ahead

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed confidence that tourism this year will show positive signs of post-Covid recovery in view of growing demand for the summer ahead.

Greek Destinations Enjoy Influx of Visitors for Easter Holiday

Tourism in Greece went well during Easter as popular destinations welcomed a huge influx of Greek and foreign visitors, according to Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greece to Spend €2m to Promote Chios, Lesvos, Kos, Leros and Samos

Five Eastern Aegean islands that have faced the brunt of the refugee crisis over the last few years, which took a toll on incoming tourism, will receive extra promotion in 2022.

Athens Airport Ready to Welcome More Arrivals from the United States in 2022

Athens Airport is expecting a major increase in arrivals from the US as American carriers are starting direct flights to Greece earlier this year.

Minister: Easter Occupancy Levels in Greece are Positive Sign for Tourism Recovery

Occupancy levels for the Greek Easter holiday reflect a positive rate of recovery for the tourism sector and demonstrate a keen interest in traveling to Greece, says Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Outbound Traffic Peaks in Greece for Easter

Greeks this year will be celebrating Orthodox Easter with full services on April 24 after two years of restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece Launches Procedures to Open GNTO Branch in Melbourne, Australia

The Greek Tourism Ministry has launched procedures to open a branch office of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) in Melbourne, Australia.

Stronger Tourism to Athens Top Ministry Priority

The increasing number of new direct flights to Greece and the launch of homeporting operations by major cruise companies are expected to boost tourism activity in Athens.

Upward Trend for Easter, Summer Bookings in Greece

Tourism to Greece is showing positive signs of post-Covid recovery with bookings for Easter and the summer on the rise, according to Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greece Eagerly Awaits Travelers from Australia

Greece is eagerly awaiting tourists and diaspora Greeks from Australia this year after the Australian government lifted Covid-19 travel restrictions.

Greece Aiming to Find Balance Between Tourism Activity and Sustainability

The Greek Tourism Ministry has an ambitious sustainability tourism plan that aims to tackle overtourism and preserve Greek destinations.