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The Region of Thessaly has strengthened its partnership with the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) to boost its tourism appeal to markets abroad.

The Greek Maritime Ministry announced the creation of a “Maritime Cluster” to support Greek marine equipment businesses.

The Greek Maritime Ministry aims to inspire younger generations to explore careers in the maritime sector.

The Panagia Mesosporitissa Feast, a traditional Greek custom honoring the blessing of the land’s bounty, has been added to UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list.

Athina 9.84, Athens’ radio station, will bring Christmas cheer to every corner by broadcasting live from a van traveling through the city’s neighborhoods.

Four Seasons will redevelop a beachside property in Porto Heli, Greece, into a luxury resort.

The EU is aiming to enhance the rights of passengers traveling on journeys involving multiple transport modes — such as buses, trains, and planes.

The European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association (ECTAA) has expressed strong concerns over the European Council’s proposed regulation on passenger rights for multimodal journeys.

Global air travel demand increased by 7.1% year-on-year in October 2024, with international markets leading growth at +9.5%.

Greek hoteliers are advocating for a more equitable distribution of tourism across the country’s 13 administrative regions to stimulate local economies.

The Casa del Torno hotel in Cartagena opened its doors, marking the entry of Aria Hotels into the Latin American market.

Athens’ Christmas Village at Pedion tou Areos Park will kick off its holiday season on December 8, offering a festive lineup of events and activities for visitors of all ages.

Greece’s Maritime Affairs Ministry is aiming to enhance accessibility for passengers with disabilities at Greek ports and on coastal shipping vessels.

The preferred investor for Kalamata Airport’s 40-year concession has been announced.

The Region of Attica and the Île-de-France Region in Paris have committed to joint action to address the challenges of climate change.

The Greek northern city of Thessaloniki has been chosen as the host city for the 2025 European conference of the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI).

Greece was voted for the fourth consecutive year as the World’s Best Tourism Destination at the Global Traveler’s GT Tested Reader Survey awards.

Kyvernitis Travel Group has launched a sports and events division to design and organize major athletic events with global appeal in Greece.

Divani Collection Hotels is set to celebrate Christmas and invites guests to experience its renowned hospitality across its properties in Athens, the Athenian Riviera, Meteora, and Larissa.

Eurowings introduces two new routes to Preveza and Kos from Germany and Austria in its summer 2025 schedule.