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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.

Mykonos Sets Groundwork for Sustainable Tourism Development

The Greek tourism minister is looking to take action towards sustainable development that will protect the island of Mykonos’ unique characteristics and reputation.

Greece’s New Development Law Paves Way for Tourism Growth

Tourism enterprises in Greece seeking to expand will be able to tap into a wide range of financial support tools foreseen in a new development law.

Covid-19: Facilitating Meetings and Events Tourism Next on Greece’s Agenda

The Greek Tourism Ministry will propose the easing of Covid-19 protocols for business events in an effort to rekindle MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) activity.

No Testing for EU Covid Certificate Holders Traveling to Greece

Travelers to Greece that hold a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate will no longer need to be tested for Covid-19 before their trip as of February 7.

Cruise Travel to Greece to Break All Records in 2022, Says Minister Kikilias

Cruise travel to Greece will break all records in 2022 with a 300% increase estimated for Thessaloniki alone, says Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greek Tourism Ministry to Boost International Promotion for Athens Marathon

The Greek Tourism Ministry has plans to boost international promotion for the Athens Marathon and also showcase Greece as a destination through the major running event.

Thessaloniki to Welcome First Cruise Ship of the Year with New Luggage Transport Services

Thessaloniki will welcome the first cruise ship of 2022 on February 5 with new check-in and luggage transport services.

Greece Instils Sense of Safety in Travelers, Sees Bookings Rise

Greece has managed to gain traveler confidence and this reflected in the increase in pre-bookings for 2022, says Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greece Aims for Total Tourism Recovery in 2022

Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias sets the goals to restore Greece’s tourism in 2022 to pre-Covid-19 levels.

Greek Tourism Ministry Sets Thermal Springs, Marina Goals

The Tourism Ministry plans to further develop Greece’s thermal-spa tourism product and also upgrade marinas in Greek destinations.

Early Summer Bookings for Greece are Rising, Says Tourism Minister Kikilias

Data for holidays in Greece are right now showing a significant increase in bookings for the summer of 2022, says Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Greece Makes Accessibility for All Travelers Priority 

The Greek Tourism Ministry has taken one more step to ensure that destinations in Greece are fully accessible to residents and travelers.

Greek Travel Agents Want to be Included in New Development Law

Greece’s travel agents are calling on the government to include their enterprises in a new development law, which foresees support for upgrade activities.

Rhodes Begins 5-year Journey to Become First Sustainable Destination in the World

The Greek island of Rhodes is aiming to transform into the first sustainable tourism destination in the world through “The Rhodes Co-Lab” initiative.

Safety Comes First for Greece as Tourism Season Approaches

Safety is the top priority for Greek authorities who are aiming to kick off the tourism season earlier this year imposing rigorous Covid-19 health protocols.

Greek Ministers Discuss Cruise Traffic Management Ahead of Summer

Cruise ship flow management and berth allocation in Greece topped the agenda of talks between Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias and Shipping Minister Yiannis Plakiotakis.

‘We’ll Double Our Tourist Arrivals to Greece in 2022’, TUI’s CEO Tells Greek PM

TUI expects to double the number of its customers to Greece in 2022 compared to last year, according to the tour operator's CEO, Fritz Joussen.

Greece Prepares Plan to Protect Local Tourism Brands

The Greek tourism and shipping ministries are preparing a plan with measures aimed at safeguarding local tourism brands.

More Greek Tourism Enterprises Call for Inclusion in New Development Law

Owners of tourism agencies and tourist buses are calling on the Greek government to include their services in a new development law recently tabled in parliament.