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Athens Medical Association Chairman George Patoulis has been re-elected president of the Greek Health Tourism Council – Elitour for a third term.

Greece’s October 2023 warning against non-essential travel to Israel, the Palestinian Territories and Lebanon remains in force.

To cope with municipal expenses driven by tourist numbers, the mayor of Athens has suggested for hotels to allocate a portion of their earnings.

Greek Tourism Minister tells Delphi Forum that strategies should now focus on local communities and the welfare of employees.

Three marinas and two ski resorts in Greece have so far been approved for upgrades with funds from the “Greece 2.0” plan.

Travelers who were evacuated from Rhodes in July 2023 due to the fires can now apply for a free six-night spring or autumn stay on the island.

Hotels and radio stations in Greece exempt from requirement to play Greek-language music.

Greece’s tourism minister said climate change was forcing Greece and the world to identify new ways to adapt to a new reality.

Travel agents from Europe and the United States had the opportunity to get to know Thessaloniki as an attractive city break destination.

The Greek government has announced fines up to 60,000 euros to ensure that Greece’s beaches are always accessible to the public.

European Commissioner Gentiloni commended Greece for the positive performance of its economy.

Spain’s PM Pedro Sanchez said his government would soon terminate the country’s golden visa scheme to protect citizens’ housing rights.

The village of Soufli in Greece has teamed up with the UN Tourism organization to support and promote women’s empowerment.

The Municipality of Athens has announced a “green competition” for residents, aiming to make the Greek capital a more sustainable city.

Association representatives from Europe’s travel and tourism sector signed a landmark declaration aiming to tackle climate change.

The Greek PM wants Greece to evolve into the ‘world’s best destination’ by creating special interest tourism products that will extend the season.

The Attica Region agreed with the Embassy of China in Athens to set up a five-member working group that will oversee joint initiatives in tourism.

Rhodes hoteliers are calling on Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis to reduce VAT for the Dodecanese islands to support growth.

Greece’s tourism minister inaugurated a new Mitsis Group hotel in Piraeus near the metro, shopping district, and cruise terminals.

Greek authorities have taken action to include the world-famous site of Knossos on Crete on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.