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The GNTO showcased Central Greece, Western Macedonia, Eastern Macedonia and Thrace and the city of Alexandroupolis, to Turkish professionals during an event in Istanbul.

Greece remains a top choice for travelers planning long-haul trips in the final months of the year.

The Hellenic Hoteliers Federation opposes tax burdens and highlights that protecting the tourism sector’s competitiveness is the top priority.

Greece’s cruise ship owners have voiced their opposition to a new levy imposed on passengers visiting the country’s ports.

The European Commission has proposed advancing the digitalization of passports and identity cards to facilitate travel within the Schengen area.

Due to upgrade works, all commercial and private flights at nine Greek regional airports will be suspended during specific periods starting in November.

HEDNO has started a green project on Ai Stratis to make the Greek island self-sufficient in energy by using only renewable sources.

The Greek Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy has issued a record 25 licenses for desalination plants on islands since the beginning of 2024.

Three spas in Greek hotels won coveted accolades at the 2024 World Spa Awards for their exceptional wellness services.

Greece’s draft budget plan for 2025 includes charges on hospitality and cruise tourism.

Greece saw a surge in visitors from the UK during the peak summer month of July this year.

Travel & Tourism accounted for 6.7% of global emissions in 2023, down from 7.8% in 2019, according to WTTC research.

ABTA Chief Executive Mark Tanzer welcomed the recovery in travel and tourism post-pandemic while emphasizing the urgent need to address climate change and overtourism.

Greece emerges as a top destination for solo travelers, with 10.6% including the country on their bucket list, according to a new report.

The Greek Culture Ministry is actively advancing projects to highlight the cultural heritage of the Peloponnese region.

Athens International Airport (AIA) celebrated World Tourism Day on September 27 by showcasing Greece’s cultural heritage.

Greece is taking a leading role in the Eastern Mediterranean for monitoring tourism’s impact on coastal and marine areas.

The Greek government aims to build infrastructure on the country’s islands and ports by mid-2027.

September figures for Athens International Airport confirm forecasts that 2024 will be a new record year.

The Greek Culture Ministry is implementing projects worth approximately 40 million euros in Evros of the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.