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Jet2 has added Leros, Poros, and Aegina to its summer 2025 program to meet the rising demand for Greek holidays.

The Hotel Grande Bretagne’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony took place under the artistic direction of the Greek National Opera.

The Herodion Hotel in Athens recently hosted a pre-Christmas celebration to mark the start of the holiday season, offering a preview of its festive ambiance.

Aldemar Resorts sets a new benchmark for conference tourism with the state-of-the-art Ilis Congress Center.

Athens and Attica saw a 2.2% year-on-year rise in hotel demand in October 2024, following five months of declining occupancy.

Plans for a digital overhaul aimed at modernizing Greece’s tourism sector were introduced to regional governors.

The Thessaloniki Metro, set to open on November 30, will revolutionize the city, easing daily commutes for 340,000 passengers.

Ursula von der Leyen will serve a second term as President of the European Commission from December 1, 2024, to 2029.

The Region of Attica has launched “Athens Talks”, a new initiative fostering dialogue and collaboration for sustainable growth.

The Greek government plans to develop a dedicated cruise terminal and a new marina in the city of Patras, enhancing its appeal as a premier cruise destination.

The Region of the Ionian Islands is intensifying its efforts to boost tourism arrivals from the United States.

The Greek government plans to install 1,388 advanced traffic cameras across Athens to improve road safety and enforce traffic laws.

Korean Air has satisfied all conditions set by the European Union competition authority for its merger with Asiana Airlines.

Luxury Greece DMC & Travel recently celebrated 10 years of crafting extraordinary luxury journeys across Greece.

Despite tax burdens and ongoing staffing shortages, Greek hotels reported strong occupancy rates throughout the first ten months of 2024.

Athens stood out among 15 cities to be crowned the World’s Leading Cultural Destination at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2024.

The Environment Ministry provided an update on Greece’s Anti-Nero program, part of the Forest Protection Plan, focused on preventive measures for forest protection.

Greece and Italy find common ground in seeking shared solutions to common challenges, while strengthening the representation and protection of local authorities within the EU.

The Thessaloniki Tourism Organization participated in the Warsaw International Travel and Tourism Fair to further enhance the city’s presence and appeal in the Polish market.

The Municipality of Athens plans to add 14 new playgrounds in 2025 as part of an initiative to meet the European standard of one playground per 2,000 residents.