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Tolls on the Attiki Odos ring road in Athens will be reduced from 2.80 euros to 2.50 euros, effective on October 6, as part of a new concession agreement.

Greece ranked among the top countries in Europe for the highest Average Daily Rate (ADR) for short-term rentals this summer.

Greece’s government is implementing strategies to ensure the sustainable development of the Greek islands, focusing on green initiatives.

The Region of Central Macedonia in Northern Greece is actively targeting Japanese tourists by highlighting attractions and experiences that align with their interests.

Demand from French travelers to visit Greece in 2025 is on the rise, despite concerns about hotel pricing policies, according to the Greek inbound travel agency Yalos Tours.

Greek journalists and travel agents explored the tourism, cultural and culinary treasures of Imathia, Central Macedonia, during a recent event held by local authorities.

Conde Nast Traveller readers voted Grecotel’s The Dolli hotel in Athens at the Best hotel in Greece and one the best in the world for 2024.

The “150 Years Hotel Grande Bretagne: Hosting History” documentary, which commemorates the legacy of the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens, was honored at the 2024 Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards.

A survey by HIT-CERTH, conducted in cooperation with Uber, identifies the need for improved public transportation in Greece.

In August 2024, Greece set a new record in the availability of short-term rentals, with 232,841 properties offering a total of 1,022,633 beds.

State-run regional airports in Greece served over 5.8 million passengers during the summer 2024 months.

The Port of Heraklion welcomed over 50% more cruise passengers during January-September compared to the previous year, further establishing its appeal as a homeport for cruise operations.

UK leisure travel group Jet2 has announced the addition of new routes to five Greek destinations in its summer 2026 schedule.

All four Costa Navarino resorts are in Greece’s Top 10 list of the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2024.

Fraport Greece organized a special culinary event at Thessaloniki Airport to showcase local gastronomy on the occasion of the World Tourism Day 2024.

Italian restaurant Mercato at the Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens will welcome Maggie Tampakaki as its new chef, bringing a fresh touch to its winter menu.

Greece is among the latest European countries whose citizens will soon be able to travel to China for up to 15 days without a visa.

A draft bill in Greece, if approved, will allow municipalities to increase a duty on hotels and short-term rentals.

The European Commission and EASA advise airlines and passengers to avoid the airspaces of Lebanon and Israel due to escalating conflict. The recommendation is valid until October 31 and may …

The first waterways — locations designated for seaplane takeoff and landing operations — in the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace have been officially approved by Greek authorities.