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Greece’s infrastructure ministry has announced antiflooding projects in Loutraki, a popular spa destination along the Corinthian Gulf.

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

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.

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.

UN Tourism will focus on economic diversification and inclusion at the 9th World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism in Manama, Bahrain, this November.

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

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