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Hellenic Railways (OSE) has signed a Memorandum with German counterpart, to assist in upgrading safety, services and technology for Greece’s railway system.

Greece’s Deputy Minister for Transportation, Nikos Tahiaos, outlined progress on key metro projects in Athens and Thessaloniki, despite ongoing challenges.

Athens ranks 2nd among top foodie destinations, praised for its traditional dishes like bougatsa and moussaka, offering great value and a unique culinary experience.

Piraeus and Denpasar have formalized a cooperation agreement to enhance ties in commerce, education, tourism, culture, and shipping between the two cities.

Rhodes will host the International Sea Tourism Festival featuring leading maritime professionals, yachting companies and premium global brands.

Gastronomy will shine at two festivals in Greece: the 3rd Gastronomic Cinema Festival in Ioannina and the Piraeus Taste Festival, showcasing food, culture, and culinary delights.

Pieria impresses Dutch journalists with its unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and the rare combination of Mount Olympus’ peaks and nearby seaside.

Greece introduces a €20 cruise levy and limits on ship arrivals at Santorini and Mykonos, aiming to preserve tourism quality and protect local infrastructure.

Greece’s Ministry of Tourism launches €387M projects to boost sustainable development, enhance destinations, and support year-round tourism initiatives.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced that residence permits will be issued to individuals investing 250,000 euros in Greek startups.

Ports in northern Greece are experiencing a revival, with increased traffic and strategic importance along the Egnatia Highway.

A new ETC report on crises affecting tourism highlights several case studies, including Greece’s heatwaves and wildfires, and examines the response plans implemented to safeguard lives.

The Greek Culture Ministry is launching significant restoration projects to promote Kastoria’s historical monuments and showcase its cultural heritage.

Vice Governor Fokion Zaimis highlighted Western Greece’s potential for tourism and investment development with Georgia, Ukraine, and Bosnia-Herzegovina ambassadors.

The project encompasses significant historical monuments within the regional unit, with the goal of improving their accessibility and ensuring their restoration.

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The ETC has released new guidelines to help national tourism organizations (NTOs) effectively plan and respond to major disruptions at every stage, from preparation to recovery.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced new regulations for Greece’s short-term rental market during the Thessaloniki International Fair.

Greek taxi drivers are set to strike for 24 hours, in protest of new tax regulations recently approved by the government.

Airbnb is urging New York to amend Local Law 18 (LL18), based on data collected one year after its implementation.