Sea Tourism

The Greek government is aiming to improve the interconnectivity of the islands and upgrade port infrastructure.

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.

Boat owners with vessels up to 12 meters in length are required to pay a new tax, ranging from 100 to 200 euros, by September 30.

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.

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

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.

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

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

Greek and German officials discussed the potential of the Thessaloniki Port as a key factor in the shipping industry for Greece and Europe.

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

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

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

The Greek Maritime Ministry is spearheading the sustainable renewal of the national ferry fleet by launching a study that fosters collaboration between public and private entities.

The Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs has reinforced safety measures at Greek ports a year after a tragic incident at the port of Piraeus.

Expanding Greece’s marina network is an essential part of the government’s strategy to boost tourism.

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

A long-awaited project set to elevate southern Peloponnese on the Mediterranean tourism and yachting map has taken a significant step forward.