Destinations news

Pieria, situated in the southern part of Central Macedonia, was recently awarded the “Bike Friendly Destination” certification.

Fraport Greece organized a special culinary event at Thessaloniki Airport to showcase local gastronomy on the occasion of the World Tourism Day 2024.

The first waterways — locations designated for seaplane takeoff and landing operations — in the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace have been officially approved by Greek authorities.

Greece’s major archaeological sites are equipped to provide medical services in case of emergencies, according to Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni.

The Athens Film Office will host its 3rd International Screenwriting Workshop from October 1 to 4, featuring 11 esteemed screenwriters from Greece and abroad.

Road arrivals to Greece are on course for a new record this year, with figures for the January to August 2024 period showing significant growth.

The Region of Attica is a finalist in the running for the “Europe’s Most Desirable Region” title at the 2024 Wanderlust Reader Awards.

Infrastructure on Skiathos will be enhanced to support tourism, following an upgrade in the municipality’s cooperation with the regional authority of Thessaly.

Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki has developed a new solar park on its premises, which will cover 20% of the hotel’s annual energy needs.

Aldemar Resorts supported a major Greek-Italian conference in Ilia, Peloponnese, boosting the area’s appeal as a MICE tourism destination.

German tour operator alltours has expanded its flight program to the Greek islands of Crete and Rhodes until late November.

Hilton will debut its Hilton Garden Inn brand in Greece with the opening of a new hotel in Athens this December.

Data from Greece’s current tourism season reflect both positive trends and challenges, according to boutique hospitality strategists at Square Lime.

Nea Propontida, a sustainable destination in Halkidiki, is a finalist for the “2025 European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism” title.

Hoteliers in Pelion, Thessaly, are calling for the resumption of routes for ‘Moutzouris’, the historic steam train and popular tourism attraction.

On September 26, Greece’s train services — including the Suburban Railway — will be suspended or altered due to a 24-hour strike. However, the Athens metro to and from the …

Peloponnese Governor Dimitris Ptohos and Argentina Ambassador to Greece Luis Alfredo Azpiazu explored ways to collaborate in the region.

The Municipality of Athens marked International Car Free Day with a special 24-hour festival that attracted over 15,000 people to more than 20 events.

Greece celebrates European Cultural Heritage Days this year with free admission during September 28-29 to state museums and archaeological sites.

The alternative tourism offerings of Pieria, Central Macedonia, will be highlighted through cultural, religious and gastronomy events.