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In August 2024, Greece set a new record in the availability of short-term rentals, with 232,841 properties offering a total of 1,022,633 beds.

State-run regional airports in Greece served over 5.8 million passengers during the summer 2024 months.

The Port of Heraklion welcomed over 50% more cruise passengers during January-September compared to the previous year, further establishing its appeal as a homeport for cruise operations.

Greece saw a nearly 10% rise in international arrivals by both air and road during January-August.

Greece is among the latest European countries whose citizens will soon be able to travel to China for up to 15 days without a visa.

A draft bill in Greece, if approved, will allow municipalities to increase a duty on hotels and short-term rentals.

The European Commission and EASA advise airlines and passengers to avoid the airspaces of Lebanon and Israel due to escalating conflict. The recommendation is valid until October 31 and may …

Greece’s major archaeological sites are equipped to provide medical services in case of emergencies, according to Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni.

Greece and Georgia have agreed to recognize each other’s drivers’ licenses, with the Greek government also offering know-how to support Georgia’s EU accession process.

Despite a fourth consecutive month of declining occupancy in August, Athens-Attica hotels reported a strong overall performance during January-August.

Road arrivals to Greece are on course for a new record this year, with figures for the January to August 2024 period showing significant growth.

Owners of small pleasure boats in Greece are now exempt from both the special shipping tax and the luxury living tax.

Growthfund, the national fund of Greece, has announced the establishment of a new dedicated fund aimed at investing in the country’s key economic sectors.

The Region of Attica is a finalist in the running for the “Europe’s Most Desirable Region” title at the 2024 Wanderlust Reader Awards.

South Korea’s culture minister has expressed his government’s full support for Greece’s request for the return of the Parthenon sculptures to Athens.

An increase in seat capacity on incoming flights to Greece is observed for the autumn months, according to data by INSETE.

A new self-regulation initiative by SETE aims to transition Greek tourism businesses toward sustainable practices.

Greece’s tourism minister held talks with the Japan Association of Travel Agents and discussed ways to boost tourism flows from Japan.

German tour operator alltours has expanded its flight program to the Greek islands of Crete and Rhodes until late November.

Data from Greece’s current tourism season reflect both positive trends and challenges, according to boutique hospitality strategists at Square Lime.