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A campaign promoting Rhodes to its main tourism markets will launch to support the island’s areas that were affected by the recent wildfires.

Greece remains a safe destination thanks to its readiness and effective management of fires, according to the UNWTO’s Director for Europe.

Athens hoteliers welcomed a rise in occupancy levels in the first half of the year, reaching 73%.

Over 660 fires broke out in Greece in the last 10 days, the majority being human-induced, said Greece’s Civil Protection Minister.

The Greek Transport Ministry released 18.3 million euros to bus and ferry services providers to ensure affordable transport.

Greek flag carrier AEGEAN in October will expand its presence in the Balkan area with a new route between Skopje and Sarajevo.

Redesigned restaurants, expanded menus and new cocktails will be just a few of the surprises for guests on the Celebrity Ascent this November.

Airports Council International (ACI) World has confirmed the top 20 busiest airports worldwide, representing 18% of global passenger traffic.

Athens and Nova will host semi-final rounds to determine the International Emmy Award nominees for the year.

This summer finds the luxurious Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso on the Athenian Riviera with the new ‘Superior Deluxe’ room category.

Cyprus Airways is giving customers with booked tickets to wildfire-hit Rhodes the option of changing their date or destination, free of charge.

Thessaloniki’s potential to become a haven for digital nomads trended on social media thanks to posts made by popular Dutch bloggers Alieke Ingerman and Daniëlle Bom.

Swiss and Greek archaeologists made new and fascinating finds at the Antikythera shipwreck in southeastern Peloponnese.

Korean Air is introducing its own branded craft “KAL’s Lager” to the delight of travelers.

Ble Kedros, representing Coco-mat Hotels, will carry out a study before tearing down two floors of its hotel in Athens.

Greek lawmakers approved a law which allows Greeks living abroad to vote without restrictions.

The cruise industry’s trade body refuted reports that Amsterdam would be banning cruise ships to fight overtourism.

The Lindos Hotels chain on Rhodes informs that its units have resumed full operations following the precautionary evacuations of guests due to the wildfires on the island.

Eurail and Interrail have launched a new Greek Islands Pass for EU and non-EU citizens to visit the Greek islands this summer.

The royal emblems of King Otto of Greece, including his crown, scepter and sword, were found at the former royal palace in Tatoi, northern Athens.