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Airports should be ready to accommodate the increasing demand for air travel as positive data for March sets the stage for the upcoming season, says IATA.

The WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics program now includes 3,400 verified properties including hotel brands from major Travel & Tourism destinations

Cruise passengers visiting Greece last year generated 908.4 million euros in travel receipts, an 84.1% increase over 2022.

Thessaloniki needs to first complete major infrastructure projects before it can establish itself as a top tourist destination, study finds.

Athens is among the top 10 cities for digital nomads in Europe, according to a list released by digital PR agency Reboot Online.

Registration has officially opened for this year’s ABTA Travel Convention that will take place in October in Costa Navarino, Greece.

During a recent fam trip in Halkidiki, travel agents from various countries visited seaside villages, a cheese factory, and the birthplace of Aristotle.

Attica, the region that encompasses the entire Athens metropolitan area, was the most visited in Greece in 2023 accounting for over 7.8 million tourist visits.

Despite the adjustments to Greece’s golden visa program, there are currently 9,478 applications awaiting to be reviewed.

The Greek beaches of Voutoumi and Fteri shine on the world’s 50 best beaches list compiled by sunscreen production company Banana Boat.

European airports commemorate the 20th anniversary of EU enlargement by highlighting aviation sector’s contribution.

Athens is 7th on the list of the top 20 best European cities for travelers who love art.

Athens International Airport once again was crowned the winner in the “Over 20 Million Passengers” category at the Routes Europe 2024 awards in Aarhus, Denmark.

The regional authority of Thessaly has initiated documentation of its main trails to boost walking tourism in the area.

Visitors to beaches across Greece who come across violations can now report these on a new phone app.

The Hellenic Hoteliers Federation recently underscored the detrimental impact of excessive taxation on Greek hotels amidst intense international competition.

The number of Americans traveling to Europe is set to rise by 34% this summer, with Athens among the Top 10 destinations.

Traffic increases at Piraeus Port, Athens Airport, and major highways as Greeks set off for the five-day Easter holiday.

Europe’s travel industry is calling for a review of the Package Travel Directive, warning of potential disruption to the tourism ecosystem.

International arrivals to Greece via road are back on track marking a 12% increase in the first three months of the year to 1.2 million.