Sea Tourism

Greek ferry companies will amend their itineraries on the domestic and Adriatic lines due to a 24-hour strike called by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation for May 30.

Azamara Club Cruises recently announced its extensive itineraries for 2020, which include additional features and new destinations.

Celebrity Cruises and Canyon Ranch have announced a redesigned onboard fitness program that matches the latest wellness trends.

The Karavakia Thessaloniki Waterbus company has announced the addition of a boat to its fleet and a new destination to its 2018 summer schedule.

After a two-year break, Royal Caribbean International in December 2019 will return to the Arabian Gulf to operate sailings from the port of Dubai.

The Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) is taking measures to reduce its carbon footprint by effectively reducing its emissions.

Some 28 cruise ships are set to approach Milos by October 17, according to the Municipal Port Fund, with new ferry links making the island even more accessible.

Golden Star Ferries will soon begin servicing the Cyclades islands from Piraeus after getting the approval of the Coastal Transportation Council (SAS).

The Piraeus Port Authority (PPA), which is led by Chinese shipping giant Cosco, recorded the “best profitability over the last decade” in 2017, according to its management.

Highlighting the importance of yachting and marine tourism for Greece was the focus of the 17th East Med Yacht Show, which was recently held in Piraeus.

Caldera Yachting, a leading company active in the area of Santorini, presented its strategy for 2018 during its annual meeting, entitled “Welcome on Board! Santorini 2018”.

A record-breaking number of tourism executives from 23 countries participated in the 5th Mediterranean Yacht Show 2018 in Nafplio.

Attica’s unique coastline and high-quality services offered for sea travel will be promoted during the 17th East Med Yacht Show 2018.

A new ferry service linking all of the Ionian Islands in Greece took place on May 2, and will run until the end of October.

Celestyal Cruises is supporting a series of educational events for the students and teachers of Samos, within the framework of the “Archimedes” program.

Attica Group has gained full control of Greek ferry operator Hellenic Seaways, following a decision by Greece’s competition authority.

There will be no passenger ferry service in Greece on Tuesday, May 1, as the Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) has announced a 24-hour strike.

The summer 2018 itineraries of MSC Cruises’ “Musica” and “Poesia” ships will begin in Piraeus and include calls to Greek ports including Mykonos and Santorini.

The Greek coastal town of Nafplio is preparing to host the 5th Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS) 2018, which will feature an impressive lineup of luxury yachts.

Ferries in Greece will resume itineraries as of Friday, April 20, as the Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) ended a two-day strike.