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The establishment of an underwater diving park on the Greek island of Fourni has received official approval.

The Kypseli Municipal Market in Athens is featuring a variety of art events and activities for all ages.

The new urban planning framework for Mykonos is open for public consultation.

TIF-Helexpo aims to make the international expo center in Thessaloniki the most environmentally sustainable of its kind in Europe.

All ferries in Greece will be docked for 24 hours on Wednesday, November 20 due to a nationwide strike.

The Athens – Attica & Argosaronic Hotel Association has appointed Evgenios Vassilikos as its new president for a three-year term.

The new logo for the Thessaloniki Metro was unveiled just over two weeks before it begins operations, set to serve both residents and visitors of the city.

The port of Piraeus was named “Ferry Shipping Port of the Year 2024” at the European Ferry Shipping Summit awards.

Civitel Hotels & Resorts will participate in the renowned IBTM World Expo to showcase its rich portfolio of MICE facilities.

The Greek ports of Corfu and Igoumenitsa are set to play a central role in Adriatic maritime tourism.

Cruise passengers disembarking at Greek ports will be subject to a new levy, ranging from five to 20 euros depending on the destination.

Athens Airport saw significant growth in passenger traffic and flight numbers through October 2024.

For the first time, the UN Climate Change conference of the parties will welcome tourism ministers, placing the sector firmly within the COP29 Action Agenda.

The Greek Tourism Ministry will aim to elevate the international profile of the Thessaloniki Film Festival and strengthen the “brand name” of the city both within Greece and abroad.

Jet2 and TUI confirmed Halkidiki’s strong appeal during discussions with Halkidiki Tourism Organization officials about opportunities for the 2025 season.

Greece and the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) celebrated four top honors at the 2024 Travvy Awards in Florida.

A new draft tax law in Greece introduces alternative investment options for foreign nationals seeking a Golden Visa, including startup investments.

Fraport Greece plans to expand its investments in the airports of Santorini, Mykonos, Corfu, and Kos, to meet rising demand.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis heads to Baku with an extended Greek delegation for the UN COP29.

In an effort to streamline bureaucracy and improve the quality of life for Greek seamen, the Greek government is developing the ‘e-naftologio’ digital crew register.