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Tourism Minister Kefalogianni: 2024 Poised to Break Records for Greek Tourism

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni has predicted a record-breaking year for tourism in 2024, with revenues expected to surpass €20 billion. Highlighting strong performance in key months and innovative new policies, including a globally pioneering hotel classification system based on environmental standards, Kefalogianni emphasized Greece's commitment to sustainable growth in its vital tourism sector.

Price scam alert Mykonos hotel

Scam Alert? Mykonos Prices Under Fire Again Already This Season

A year after the famed ‘DK Oyster– Gate” last year which ended in a Mykonos restaurant being fined over €30,000 after charging two American tourists, €600 for two drinks and a portion of crab legs, a user has taken to Reddit with a post entitled "Eclipse Hotel (Mykonos) - SCAM ALERT" igniting a heated discussion surrounding alleged price scams in Mykonos.

The Enchanted Greek Islands: Must See Gems for 2024

The Enchanted Greek Islands: Must See Gems for 2023

In the realm of infinite possibilities, where the whispers of ancient gods still echo in the wind, choosing which Greek islands to visit can seem an inhumanely impossible decision. Fortunately however, for us mere mortals with Greek summer on the horizon, renowned travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler has recently published a list of ‘The 26 best Greek islands to visit in 2023'.

Argos, Greece, the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world

Argos: The World's Oldest Continuously Inhabited City

Argos, Greece, is considered to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and the oldest in Europe.  Located in the northeastern Peloponnese region, Argos has a rich history that spans over three millennia, making it a fascinating destination for travellers who are looking to explore ancient Greece and its heritage.

Dog friendly: Pets allowed into more than 120 archaeological sites in Greece

Dog-Friendly: Pets Now Allowed Into Archaeological Sites in Greece

Greece's Culture Ministry has announced that it will allow pets to enter more than 120 archaeological sites across the country, easing the current regulations that only allow guide dogs for disabled visitors.