Events Greece Needs to Upgrade Infrastructure for Conference Tourism to Take Off by Maria Paravantes 14 February 2024 by Maria Paravantes 14 February 2024 Greece needs to upgrade infrastructure to boost conference tourism which could generate as much as 1 billion euros in revenues annually. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek PM: Golden Visa Limit to Increase for Large Cities and Islands by Maria Paravantes 12 February 2024 by Maria Paravantes 12 February 2024 Greece’s PM admits there is a housing problem but said the country’s golden visa program is not to blame. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece is Making a Dynamic Comeback in Europe, Says Minister by Maria Paravantes 12 February 2024 by Maria Paravantes 12 February 2024 Greece is regaining its position in Europe and entering a new era thanks to a number of key infrastructure and transport projects. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review Greece to Change Golden Visa Rules, Increase Investment Limit by Maria Paravantes 5 February 2024 by Maria Paravantes 5 February 2024 Greece will be changing its Golden visa rules to attract more ‘significant investments’ and to ensure market balance. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Key Infrastructure Projects on Crete to Facilitate Tourism by Maria Paravantes 5 February 2024 by Maria Paravantes 5 February 2024 Major infrastructure projects set to facilitate tourism to Crete, including the completion of the highly anticipated Kastelli Airport, are moving ahead. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Shoreline Use Bill in Greece Open for Public Consultation by Maria Paravantes 2 February 2024 by Maria Paravantes 2 February 2024 A shoreline use bill in Greece which foresees stricter penalties and e-auctions for beach use is now open for public comment. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates ACI Europe: Athens Airport Among Best Performing in 2023 by Maria Paravantes 1 February 2024 by Maria Paravantes 1 February 2024 Athens Airport was among those in its size group in Europe to report the best passenger traffic performance in 2023. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Three Key Infrastructure Projects Underway in Thessaloniki by Maria Paravantes 31 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 31 January 2024 Three key infrastructure projects in Thessaloniki are moving ahead as scheduled and once completed will give the port city a new lease on life. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Greece Sets Tapping into Cruise Segment High on the Agenda by Maria Paravantes 30 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 30 January 2024 The Greek tourism and shipping ministries have prioritized policies that will increase cruise ship arrivals in 2024 and safeguard destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates Greece Launches Historic Athens International Airport IPO by Maria Paravantes 25 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 25 January 2024 Greece launched a historic initial public offering (IPO) for a 30% stake in Athens International Airport SA to run through to February 1. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece’s Iconic Shipwreck on Zakynthos in Danger of Disappearing Due to Neglect by Maria Paravantes 19 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 19 January 2024 One of Greece’s most iconic attractions, the shipwreck on Navagio Beach on Zakynthos, is at risk, facing decay due extreme weather. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Inaugurates New Office of National Tourism Board in Istanbul by Maria Paravantes 18 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 18 January 2024 Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni inaugurated a new office of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) in Istanbul. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Rents and Property Prices in Wider Athens Rise in Q4 2023 by Maria Paravantes 18 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 18 January 2024 Rents and property prices in the wider Athens area increased in the fourth quarter of 2023. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats AMG: Greece Among Most in-demand Destinations for 2024 by Maria Paravantes 16 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 16 January 2024 Greece is one of the most-in-demand destinations for travelers this year topping the list of the Top 5 places people want to visit. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA: Key Risks for Air Transport Industry in 2024 by Maria Paravantes 16 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 16 January 2024 Looking ahead to 2024, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) lists the key risks to air transportation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece Heightens Drive to Retrieve Stolen Items Including Parthenon Marbles by Maria Paravantes 16 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 16 January 2024 Greece is heightening its drive to retrieve cultural assets that have been illegally removed from the country key among these the Parthenon Marbles. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Athens on Fodor’s ‘No’ List in 2024 Due to Overtourism by Maria Paravantes 15 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 15 January 2024 Although Athens has been ranked as one of the world’s top 50 cities in 2024, travel guide Fodor’s has included it in its list of places to avoid this year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates Athens Airport Stock Market Listing Procedure Begins by Maria Paravantes 15 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 15 January 2024 The listing of Athens International Airport SA on the Athens Stock Exchange is scheduled to be completed in February. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Adaptability – Innovation New Tourism Strategy Focus for Greece by Maria Paravantes 10 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 10 January 2024 Greece’s new tourism strategy will focus on adaptability and innovation, announced Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greece Railway Revamp Underway with New Name and Logo by Maria Paravantes 10 January 2024 by Maria Paravantes 10 January 2024 Greece’s ailing railway system has been renamed and is undergoing reforms as part of efforts to restore confidence and ensure safety. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail