Destinations news

The Municipality of Aristotle in Eastern Halkidiki has announced the key themes for its upcoming “Kouzina” gastronomy event, scheduled for May 17-18, 2025.

Greece’s prime minister has announced projects totaling 2.83 billion euros for the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.

Housing and rental prices in Greece continue to rise, with the Spitogatos Index reporting another increase in the third quarter of 2024.

Stavros Mitsis of Mitsis Hotels highlights the importance of quality hotels in Piraeus, noting that new developments will enhance tourism infrastructure and attract more travelers.

The hoteliers association of Skiathos celebrated the conclusion of this summer’s tourism season for the island and looks forward to the upcoming season in 2025.

The Skiathos Hoteliers Association argues that overtourism is being used as a pretext for tax increases.

Greek islands, hotels, resorts, and Athens International Airport received prestigious accolades at the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards by Condé Nast Traveller.

Following a recent fam trip to Naxos, top UK travel agents announced plans to feature the Greek island as a “Sustainability Ambassador” destination on their platforms.

The film “Crete: Sense the Authentic Taste” won the top award at the International Food Film Menu 2024 competition, highlighting the island’s unique culinary traditions.

Athens, Greece, was one of Air Serbia’s most popular Mediterranean destinations in September.

Tolls on the Attiki Odos ring road in Athens will be reduced from 2.80 euros to 2.50 euros, effective on October 6, as part of a new concession agreement.

Greece ranked among the top countries in Europe for the highest Average Daily Rate (ADR) for short-term rentals this summer.

Greece’s government is implementing strategies to ensure the sustainable development of the Greek islands, focusing on green initiatives.

The Region of Central Macedonia in Northern Greece is actively targeting Japanese tourists by highlighting attractions and experiences that align with their interests.

Greek journalists and travel agents explored the tourism, cultural and culinary treasures of Imathia, Central Macedonia, during a recent event held by local authorities.

Conde Nast Traveller readers voted Grecotel’s The Dolli hotel in Athens at the Best hotel in Greece and one the best in the world for 2024.

The “150 Years Hotel Grande Bretagne: Hosting History” documentary, which commemorates the legacy of the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens, was honored at the 2024 Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards.

State-run regional airports in Greece served over 5.8 million passengers during the summer 2024 months.

The Port of Heraklion welcomed over 50% more cruise passengers during January-September compared to the previous year, further establishing its appeal as a homeport for cruise operations.

UK leisure travel group Jet2 has announced the addition of new routes to five Greek destinations in its summer 2026 schedule.