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Public consultation on the new Special Spatial Framework for Tourism has been extended following significant public interest in participation.

Apostolos Tzitzikostas was appointed the new Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis expresses his strong support and enthusiasm for the EU’s Transportation and Tourism portfolio, which has been entrusted to Greek Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas.

Eleven environmental organizations in Greece have raised objections to the proposed Special Spatial Framework for Tourism, citing concerns over its lack of sustainable development measures.

Passenger traffic at all Greek airports saw a 9.1% increase during January-August compared to the same period last year.

The city of Heraklion on Crete will host the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum, the East Med’s premier cruise conference, in May 2025.

The Municipality of Athens is set to implement a series of measures to achieve its Climate Neutrality Agreement by 2030, which was signed in partnership with 75 official entities.

A new levy for cruise passengers at Greek ports will have higher rates for Santorini and Mykonos.

The Greek government has announced increases to the climate resilience fee and new rules for short-term rentals.

Despite challenges, Greek tourism is expected to see revenues reaching 22 billion euros, up from 20.6 billion euros in 2023.

Passenger traffic at the 14 Greek regional airports operated by Fraport marked a 6.4% increase in the first eight months of the year.

Hoteliers in Heraklion, Crete, are raising concerns about tourism-related announcements made by the Greek government.

Theodora Riga, the Chief Commercial Officer and Director of Strategic Communications at the Port of Thessaloniki, was elected as the new president of MedCruise.

The NJV Athens Plaza Hotel announces the arrival of Pastry Chef Nikos Tsolis and the refreshment of its dessert menu.

Benoît Racle and Jean-Yves Minet join Accor to drive the hospitality company into a new era of growth and innovation.

Airbnb is ready to collaborate with the Greek government following new short-term rental policy announcements to address market challenges.

The Greek Ministries of Interior and Digital Governance are driving the digitalization of municipalities across Greece to enhance their services.

On September 16, the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion will debut a new lighting system.

ELIME has signed three key cooperation agreements to modernize Greek ports, improve services, and strengthen the blue economy.

Nea Anchialos Airport near Volos is set for extensive upgrades, including repairs, new facilities, and potential future expansion, according to HASP and Governor Saounatsos.