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The Amber Light Villas, a rebranded luxury suites complex with hotel facilities at the east side of Santorini, is organizing many in-house activities for its guests this summer.

All the more investors are eyeing Greece expressing interest in services such as IT and maritime infrastructure, according to Development Minister Adonis Georgiadis.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has branded the European Commission’s decision to set the 2022 winter slot use threshold at 50% as “out of touch with reality”.

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the addition of Katakolon as its new embarkation port in Greece.

The IKIES Santorini Hotel has launched a new in room private dining service with the signature of Chef Socrates Maliganis.

An archaeological park that has 530 ancient burial tombs has opened in Aigai, the ancient kingdom located near Vergina in northern Greece.

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has extended the rules for passengers of domestic flights in Greece, traveling from the mainland to the islands, until August 2.

Greek authorities are introducing a new round of Covid-19 incentives and measures including mandatory vaccination for certain groups.

Vaccination against Covid-19 is the key to keeping the country open for tourists, according to Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

The Greek Tourism Ministry is looking into ways to boost Greece’s presence in the lucrative religious tourism market.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on governments to take action to address the high cost of Covid-19 tests in many jurisdictions.

A 1.5-million-euro revamp program that will breathe new life into Athens’ Lycabettus Hill is underway aiming to create an urban oasis in the Greek capital.

TIME Magazine has included Athens on its list of the “World’s Greatest Places of 2021” for its prime cruise infrastructure and unique tourism offerings.

Minoan Lines has announced that 100% of its central and port offices staff have been vaccinated against Covid-19.

One of SKY express’ new Airbus A320neo aircraft is now carrying the name “My Thessaloniki” to all the destinations it flies to.

The Azur Retreat, a new boho lux resort on the Ionian island of Meganisi, has opened and is offering travelers a whole new accommodation experience.

Greece has opened its gates to more nationalities and extended all travel rules concerning international arrivals from abroad.

The importance of boosting vaccinations in Heraklion, the capital of Crete, was discussed between Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and the city’s mayor, Vassilis Lambrinos.

Greece stands to gain 2.8 billion euros in the next decade if it taps into the potential of its marinas, according to a study presented by diaNEOsis.

German travel and tourism stakeholders will be meeting in Greece on October 28-31 for their annual conference demonstrating their confidence in the country.