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Region of Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias called on the EU Committee of the Regions to establish a new Prevention and Resilience Facility to support climate change projects.

All tunnels for the new 13-kilometer Athens Metro Line 4 are expected to be completed by 2026, according to Greek Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Christos Staikouras.

The University of Münster Archaeological Museum, Germany, voluntarily returned a marble bust to Greece.

A proposed sustainability-based hotel rating system in Greece has been included in the Tourism Ministry’s upcoming legislative bill.

Europe has emerged as a global leader in foreign direct investment (FDI) for tourism, hosting 40% of the world’s greenfield projects in 2023.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) sees a significant surge in the number of global businesses in the sector committing to net-zero emissions.

The Hellenic Hoteliers Federation outlines concerns over the impact of taxes on Greece’s hospitality sector.

Revenues from Greek accommodation-related activities surpassed 6 billion euros during July-September 2024, marking a 6.9% increase.

Greece, as a global leader in shipping, is committed to driving the decarbonization of the sector within the framework of the International Maritime Organization.

Thessaloniki is expanding its reach to international markets by participating in both Greek and global tourism expos, showcasing its distinctive attractions.

The Greek Tourism Ministry has a comprehensive strategy for the digital transformation of the tourism sector.

Harry Theoharis, UN Tourism Secretary-General candidate, aims to guide the organization into a transformative new era.

The European Commission projects steady growth for Greece’s economy over the next few years, though inflation remains a significant challenge that could slow recovery.

UN Tourism’s Executive Council has met again to jointly advance the transformation of the sector.

The Santorini Hoteliers Association has highlighted the need for a comprehensive ten-year strategy to bolster Greek tourism, with a focus on tailoring specific destinations to target markets.

A new, comprehensive European tourism strategy designed to address mounting competition and significant challenges will soon be unveiled.

Northern Greece is being modernized and upgraded, shaping a new profile as an attractive, year-round destination, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Elena Rapti.

The Region of Attica unveiled a robust plan to address climate change and its associated natural disasters, with 158 flood prevention projects.

UK air arrivals to Crete increased by 10.8 percent in the first half of 2024, with pre-bookings for 2025 indicating a comparable upward trend.

Anogeia, a village on the island of Crete, has been recognized as one of the “Best Tourism Villages” by the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism).