Destinations news

The 75-kilometer-long Patras-Pyrgos Motorway in the western Peloponnese is expected to be completed and open to traffic by December 2025.

The Region of Crete launches a new promotional video, showcasing the island’s year-round appeal and inviting travelers to explore its unique experiences.

The Mar-Bella Collection in July will introduce Avali, a new seaside luxury resort on Corfu offering premium all-inclusive experiences.

More than 3,500 passengers enjoyed the Christmas festivities at Thessaloniki Airport, taking part in celebrations organized by Fraport Greece.

Zela Aviation partners with the Syros–Ermoupolis Municipality to establish new international connections at Syros Airport and promote the island.

Infrastructure upgrades at Athens’ Ancient Agora and Kerameikos archaeological sites are set to be completed by the end of 2025, according to the Greek Culture Ministry.

Athens updates its public transportation system, allowing passengers to purchase tickets digitally using bank cards and digital wallets on smartphones.

The Karpenisi Ski Center, located in Central Greece, is set to receive significant upgrades aimed at extending its operational period beyond the winter season.

The Region of the Peloponnese is taking a significant step towards enhancing its tourism potential with the creation of a Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO).

Alimos, located along the Athenian Riviera, is set to become a key hub for seaplane flights connecting Attica with various Greek island destinations.

The South Aegean Region has allocated funding for a unique project that will allow visitors to explore Ermoupolis, Syros, through the lens of poet Manos Eleftheriou’s life and work.

Athens’ hotel association is appealing a new “local sustainable development fee” on hotels in Vari, Voula, and Vouliagmeni.

Crete ranks among Europe’s and the world’s top destinations on TripAdvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards ‘Best of the Best’ lists.

For the first time in its history, the European Film Academy has chosen Athens as the host city for the 39th European Film Awards.

The Port of Piraeus achieved remarkable success in 2024, setting new records in cruise passenger traffic and homeporting.

A survey has included Thessaloniki and Heraklion among the least anxiety-inducing cities in the world for American travelers seeking to unwind.

This January, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is supporting a range of events both in Greece and internationally, aimed at showcasing the country’s unique culture and traditions.

easyJet announced a new direct route connecting the Greek island of Skiathos with Basel, Switzerland, as part of its summer 2025 schedule.

The Peloponnese Region will upgrade and modernize a 1,729 km hiking trail network, making it one of the largest in Europe.

Meteora in Thessaly earned a spot among Europe’s top destinations for 2025, as highlighted by Fodor’s Travel magazine.