Cruise

Rhodes tourism reached a record high this year, with 3.5 million tourists arriving from January to September, reflecting an increase of 12% to 14% in arrivals.

Greece’s cruise ship owners have voiced their opposition to a new levy imposed on passengers visiting the country’s ports.

Greece’s draft budget plan for 2025 includes charges on hospitality and cruise tourism.

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.

Athens-based agency Cruiseway Travel launches its new brand “Iconic Voyages” created to offer luxurious cruises personalized to the needs of every customer.

The Municipal Port Authority of Mykonos has raised concerns about the potential impact of an announced high cruise levy charged to passengers visiting the island.

SETE has raised several concerns regarding the Greek government’s new measures aimed at supporting a sustainable tourism model.

Santorini’s hoteliers are worried about the new measures for the tourism sector presented by the Greek government.

CLIA is urging the Greek government to delay the implementation of the newly announced cruise passenger levy by one year.

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

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

CLIA raised concerns about the new cruise levy for Greek ports during the high season, announced by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

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 cruise industry is on track to surpass 7 million passengers this year, according to Greece’s union of cruise ship owners.

Greek cruise ship owners have submitted proposals to the government to improve safety and operations.

The Greek Maritime Ministry has approved a new dock for the Dodecanese island of Kalymnos, enhancing the safety of large vessels, including cruise ships.

To address the environmental and overcrowding impact on popular Greek destinations, the disembarkation fee for cruise ship passengers may increase to 10 euros per person.

The Greek government is expected to soon announce measures aimed at more efficient and effective management of the country’s cruise ports.

CLIA has confirmed the strong interest of cruise companies in expanding their itineraries to include new Greek destinations.

A new berth allocation platform is set to operate at Lavrio Port, enhancing its capability to accommodate cruise ships and ferries.