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The ONOMA Hotel held Thessaloniki’s first ever Silent Disco Party, an event where people dance to music listened to on wireless headsets.

Funds amounting to 387 million euros from Greece’s recovery fund are available for projects to improve the country’s tourism sector.

Hoteliers in Greece are arguing that a recently tabled tax bill should focus on protecting the sector’s value for money.

The cost of air fares in relation to inflation has led to a disagreement between Europe’s airports and airlines.

Tourism has again been identified as a key driver of economic recovery and growth in a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The Greek Meetings Alliance has teamed up with the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) to promote MICE activities.

A new tool that will provide in-depth tourism data was presented by INSETE at the Philoxenia 2023 tourism expo.

The July-September period this year was the best quarter in AEGEAN’s history in terms of both revenue and profitability.

The NDC offers of LOT Polish Airlines are now available to travel agents worldwide through Sabre’s global distribution system (GDS).

The Greek Economy Ministry has tabled an updated draft law that includes rules for Airbnb-style rentals.

Greece’s regional airports handled more than 32 million passengers in the January-October period this year.

The EU Council adopted new rules to allow people who plan to travel to the Schengen area to apply online for a visa.

Greece and China have signed a new agreement that establishes a liberalized framework for the operation of direct air services between the two countries.

Greece’s hospitality and tourism industries aim to lead the way and address climate change by adapting sustainable practices.

Radisson Hotel Group is continuing its expansion drive across Greece with the opening of a new hotel under its upper upscale Radisson Blu brand.

Jet2 is expanding its Summer 2024 program with the addition of extra seats to “sunshine favorites”, including destinations in Greece.

Emirates Airline announced an order for 95 Boeing aircraft at a value of $52 billion.

Greece’s tourism body SETE set out seven key priorities to ensure the country’s tourism product remains competitive and up to date.

Angered hoteliers in Greece are calling on the government to reconsider a decision to impose taxes on tourism activity.

As global air traffic continues to recover after the pandemic, IATA is expecting the momentum to continue into the new year.