Greece has been named Short-Haul Destination of the Year at the Food & Travel Magazine Reader Awards in London, recognising the country’s growing appeal among British travellers seeking gastronomy, culture, and affordable luxury within a short distance.
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The UK Foreign Office has updated travel advice for British travellers ahead of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) launching on October 12, 2025. The new system will affect 29 Schengen countries, including Spain, Greece, and France, requiring biometric registration to track visa-free stays.
Greece took the spotlight at a major UK travel influencer event in London, promoting its diverse and sustainable tourism offerings to top British content creators. As the only country officially represented, the Greek National Tourism Organisation showcased the growing appeal of destinations like Crete, Rhodes, and Halkidiki in the UK’s digital travel market.
Fraport Greece, the operator of 14 Greek regional airports, including several popular with British tourists, is undertaking a €440 million (£371 million) investment program to upgrade the facilities.
The search by British travellers for new destinations and upgraded services, their intention for higher…
