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The short-term rental market is not responsible for Greece’s housing crisis, according to Airbnb’s Valentina Reino.

A new report by the Travel Foundation identifies 40 actions that can bring more equitable benefits to tourism destinations.

Passenger movements – embarking, disembarking, and transit – at Adriatic ports are projected to surpass 37 million this year, according to a report by Risposte Turismo.

Mabrian has analyzed the top 10 countries for international air connectivity in 2024, highlighting a significant recovery in outbound air seat availability in two major Asian hubs: China and Japan.

GSTC has formed a new working group in Greece, which will focus on advancing sustainable tourism practices in the country.

The Santorini Hoteliers Association has donated an ambulance to the National Emergency Care Center (EKAV) on the Greek island.

Greece’s South Aegean and Crete are among the EU’s top 10 regions with the highest number of overnight stays by foreign tourists.

The management of Zakynthos’ famed Shipwreck Beach (Navagio) will be handed over to the municipality.

Travelers will soon benefit from higher compensation limits for international flights, according to ICAO.

The need for a unified European system to register and certify sustainable tourism was recently highlighted during 5th Olympia Forum in Greece.

The importance of effective water resource management in Greece was highlighted at the 5th Olympia Forum.

The tourism organization of Pieria, home to Mount Olympus, is seeking partnerships with the nearby city of Thessaloniki to attract MICE tourism year-round.

Greek airports saw impressive passenger growth in January-September 2024, with traffic rising by 8.7%.

The Greek parliament ratified a bilateral aviation agreement with China to enhance relations in the air transport sector.

A major tourism investment is set to be implemented in Greece by Hydra Rock, a development company of Greek shipping magnate Giannis Vardinogiannis.

The construction of Crete’s new international airport in Kastelli is progressing swiftly, with 40% of the project already completed

Local stakeholders on Zakynthos were informed about opportunities for growth and funding that align with the island’s potential for tourism development.

Over 73,000 runners from Greece and around the world will compete in the 41st Athens Marathon. The Authentic during November 9-10.

Greece has two major opportunities to enhance its competitive position among Mediterranean destinations.

Greece’s PM recently outlined plans for sustainable tourism and regulatory changes in key sectors.