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HORECA 2023 Welcomes Over 60,000 Visitors, Sees Great Commercial Success

Over 60,000 visitors passed through the gates of the HORECA 2023 hotel, restaurant and cafe show that took place at the Metropolitan Expo center in Athens.

Greece Taps into Digital Innovation to Enhance Tourism Experiences

Tapping into digital innovation to enhance the tourist experience is a top priority for the Greek Tourism Ministry.

Ionian Islands Region Aiming to Open DMMO to Boost Sustainable Tourism Growth

The Ionian Islands Region in Greece is planning to open a Destination Management & Promotion Organization (DMMO) with the support of the Greek Tourism Ministry.

Offering Exceptional Customer Service High on Priority List of Greek Travel Agents

HATTA, the association representing travel agents in Greece, has signed a cooperation agreement with the EBETAM certification body, aiming to offer exceptional customer service to travelers.

Greece Welcomes More Than 4 Million Cruise Passengers in 2022

Cruise tourism to Greece picked up pace in 2022 with 48 Greek ports welcoming 4.38 million passengers.

Economist: Greece Moves Up 9 Spots in EIU Democracy Index

Greece moved up nine spots in the EIU Democracy Index, very near to being upgraded to a “full democracy”.

Athens Airport Exceeds 2019 Levels for First Time in January  

Athens International Airport is setting the pace for 2023 exceeding 2019 figures in January for the first time since the outbreak of Covid-19.

US and Greece Strengthen Tourism Ties with New Cooperation Agreement

Greek travel agents have renewed a cooperation agreement with American tourism professionals, aiming to boost tourist flows between Greece and the US.

Western Macedonia Ready to Implement New Tourism Promo Plan

Sustainability and destination awareness are at the core of the Western Macedonia region’s new tourism promotion strategy.

Greece to Showcase Western Macedonia as Tourist Destination

The Greek Tourism Ministry is focusing its actions on promoting Western Macedonia as a tourist destination.

Greece Subsidizes Holidays for an Additional 125,000 Applicants

Greece will subsidize holidays for an additional 125,000 applicants under its “Tourism for All” plan.

Greece’s Tourism Ministry Honors Key Figures for Contribution to Industry

The Greek Tourism Ministry honored key figures of the industry for their efforts and contribution to tourism over the past years.

Greece and Serbia Agree to Facilitate Tourism

Greece and Serbia have agreed to take actions that will facilitate travel and tourism between the two countries.

Greece Aiming to Take Tourism a Step Further with DMMOs

Greece is looking to create DMMOs for destinations to better market their tourism products, build their brand and elevate the visitor experience.

Kikilias: Thousands of Greeks Supported by ‘Tourism for All’ Subsidy Vacation Program

Some 400,000 Greeks received support for their vacations in Greece through the “Tourism for All” subsidy program for domestic holidays.

Airlines from the US Boost Link to Greece with 56 Weekly Flights

Direct flights from the United States to Greece are set to boost tourism in the country and bring in 1 billion euros in revenue.

Greek Hotels, Restaurants Post Strong Gains in November

Turnover in November 2022 at hotels and restaurants in Greece outdid 2021 results, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).

Ioannina and Epirus Want to Boost Airline Connectivity in Winter

Hoteliers in Ioannina and Epirus are calling for more direct international flights in the winter and spring.  

Greece’s Tourism Industry Prioritizes Sustainability and Infrastructure

The Greek Tourism Ministry is focusing on achieving sustainability, implementing infrastructure works and extending the tourist season.

Greece’s New GNTO Melbourne Branch to Boost Ties with Diaspora 

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) will soon be opening a new office in Melbourne, Australia.