Destinations news

The new Arethousa Archaeological Museum, which houses valuable artifacts from Greece’s ancient history, has opened its doors in Halkida on the island of Evia.

Athens is in the running for the title of Europe’s Leading City Break Destination for 2021 at the 28th World Travel Awards (WTA).

The Greek authorities have lifted the emergency restrictions that had been imposed on the island of Kalymnos to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

The Municipality of Athens has refurbished 20 fountains in the Greek capital’s center and the surrounding neighborhoods.

The non-profit organization Ecoweek this summer will promote sustainability and innovation through online and in-person events.

The governor of the South Aegean is calling for each of the region’s islands to be classified individually on the ECDC’s colour-coded Covid-19 map.

The Greek island of Ios is moving ahead with the creation of its own waterway after the finalization of the licensing process by the Transport Ministry.

Greece is moving in the next era of tourism and transport after upgrading 14 regional airports to meet the increasing demand.

The port authority of Volos in Central Greece was granted a license for the construction of a waterway for seaplane flights.

Development procedures for Greece’s 23 regional airports have kicked off starting with Kalamata, according to the Hellenic Corporation of Assets and Participations.

Greek authorities are leaving open the possibility of ordering local lockdowns should Covid-19 incidents rise anywhere across Greece.

Greece is second in the world on the 2021 Blue Flag quality award list with 545 of its beaches receiving the iconic eco-label.

Works at Hellinikon, one of the largest investments on the Athenian Riviera in Greece, are set to begin in the coming months.

The Constantakopoulos Foundation and TEMES S.A. have introduced the Morias ’21 program, an initiative that aims to honor the bicentennial of the 1821 Greek Revolution through experiential activities.

Greece is moving ahead fast with its new ‘Blue Freedom’ plan, prioritizing Covid-19 vaccination of its islands to ensure the safety of both residents and tourists.

The Greek Culture Ministry is planning to launch five new cultural routes covering all periods of Greece’s history.

The Region of Attica is taking action to promote the area as an attractive tourism destination offering a number of alternative travel options.

French magazine Le Point recently published a multi-page feature of 10 unexplored destinations in Greece.

Global tourism stakeholders are disappointed with the UK’s “green list” of countries that excludes popular holiday destinations such as Greece and Spain.

The Paros Municipality is aiming to turn the island’s upgraded airport into an international gateway.