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Aiming to enhance road safety, the Greek government has proposed a new traffic penal code, which is currently under public consultation to maximize its effectiveness.

For the first time in its history, the European Film Academy has chosen Athens as the host city for the 39th European Film Awards.

A new bill for Greek tourism, aimed at regulating short-term rentals, among other provisions, has been submitted to Parliament for approval.

This January, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is supporting a range of events both in Greece and internationally, aimed at showcasing the country’s unique culture and traditions.

easyJet announced a new direct route connecting the Greek island of Skiathos with Basel, Switzerland, as part of its summer 2025 schedule.

The Peloponnese Region will upgrade and modernize a 1,729 km hiking trail network, making it one of the largest in Europe.

The Parnassos Ski Center is set to receive significant upgrades through an 8.7-million-euro investment funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)

Greece’s first National Museum of Underwater Antiquities in Piraeus is set to open in 2026, featuring more than 2,500 exhibits.

Over 15,000 people welcomed 2025 at Athens’ Christmas Village celebrating with an upbeat concert, an outdoor party and impressive light and drone shows.

The Greek government recently submitted its fifth application to the European Commission for funding under the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility.

Athens’ public transport system will soon benefit from 100 new electric buses, according to a recent announcement by the Ministry of Transport.

The Shipping Ministry has signed a restoration contract for the Volos Port following the natural disasters “Daniel” and “Elias” in September 2023.

Harry Theoharis, Greece’s former tourism minister, has formally submitted his candidacy for the position of Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism).

The Thessaloniki Hotels Association celebrated its 110th anniversary in December, honoring its century-long contribution to the city’s tourism development.

Greece and Armenia recently held talks on enhancing bilateral cultural cooperation to address modern challenges, including the illegal movement of cultural goods.

Attica gears up to welcome 2025 with a lively concert at Pedion tou Areos’ Christmas Village in Athens on New Year’s Eve, December 31.

Athens Municipality celebrates the 150th anniversary of Athens City Hall with a pioneering 3D virtual tour showcasing the building’s unique history.

The Municipality of Sfakia has partnered with the Natural Environment & Climate Change Agency to implement preservation initiatives aimed at enhancing the Samaria Gorge.

The Pierian Organization of Tourism Development and Promotion (POTAP) is actively expanding its reach into the Turkish tourist market, with the aim of attracting visitors from Greece’s neighboring country.

Central Macedonia’s diverse tourism offerings were recently showcased at two key international events in Sweden and Germany.