Deputy Tourism Minister Anna Karamanli promoted Kastoria as a destination with strong potential to secure…
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By Greek City Times Staff The line between offline and online hotel bookings in Greece…
Ireland continues to show strong and growing demand for travel to Greece, confirming the country’s…
Greece’s Ministry of Culture is advancing plans to repurpose the building at 18–20 Dionysiou Areopagitou…
Greece remains one of the top five travel destinations for Western European travellers over the…
Explore Arachova Greece: the ultimate travel guide to Mount Parnassus’ chic village. Best things to do include Parnassos skiing, ancient Delphi visits, clock tower views, and savoring local formaela & kontosouvli. Year-round tips, hotels, restaurants, and Athens day trips—plan your magical mainland escape now!
Regenerative hospitality is gaining momentum in Greece as tourism leaders and experts push beyond sustainability…
Greece’s thermal tourism sector is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from a traditionally therapeutic model…
Greek tourism is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by more frequent but shorter trips, rising…
Greece is on track for a new record year in tourism in 2025, with travel…
Ermou Street in central Athens has risen to 15th place among the world’s most expensive shopping streets, with rents reaching €310/sq.m. per month following a 7% increase, according to Cushman & Wakefield’s latest report.
The Region of Crete, recognising the growing importance of the Polish market for the island’s…
Greece is leading Europe’s push to sustain the upward trajectory of tourism, as the European…
Fraport Greece expects 2025 to close with a record 37 million passengers across its 14 regional airports, driven by international traffic and new €200 million investments, including a major upgrade at Kalamata.
The Peloponnese has been recognised by Condé Nast Traveller as one of the world’s most compelling destinations for 2026, earning a place on the prestigious travel magazine’s annual Best Places to Go list.
Greece dominated the 2025 Travvy Awards, winning Gold for Best Mediterranean Destination and Best Cruise Destination in Europe, plus Silver and Bronze honors.
The Greek island of Karpathos has been ranked among Europe’s 11 “hidden gems” for outdoor…
Discover Greece’s new mandate for pet-friendly accommodations: special stickers for venues meeting animal welfare standards, plus ties to adoption efforts. Ideal for pet owners planning trips.
Naxos has been crowned the Best Island in Europe at the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, with eight Greek islands and 21 hotels receiving top honours across major categories — showcasing Greece’s continued excellence in global tourism.
As Greece’s tourism season winds down, a storm is brewing in the skies over Athens. Air traffic controllers, locked in a fierce battle with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, have slashed daily flight movements to 28 per hour—down from 36—triggering delays that start at 15 minutes in the morning and swell to three hours by dusk. With a pivotal union vote looming on October 8, the ban on overtime through 2027 could ground Greece’s aviation lifeline, stranding thousands of sun-seekers and business travelers alike. Airlines are up in arms, but controllers insist: safety first, no more shortcuts on outdated radar tech.
Kyllini has officially joined Greece’s seaplane network, receiving final approval to operate its waterway and positioning itself as a key gateway to the Ionian Islands and the Peloponnese. This strategic development marks a major step in expanding Greece’s maritime aviation and boosting regional tourism and connectivity.
In a wide-ranging interview with Wall Street Journal Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker during the UN General…
The Ministry of Culture has approved filming and aerial photography of over 100 archaeological sites across Crete, marking a key step in the digital transformation of Greece’s tourism portal, Visit Greece. These images will enhance the promotion of Greece’s rich heritage and support the Greek National Tourism Organization’s global outreach.
An evocative new exhibition on Skiathos explores the life and work of Dimitris Pikionis, the modernist architect whose sensitive designs for the Acropolis landscape turned walking into a contemplative art form.
Greek tourism is on track to break revenue records in 2025, potentially surpassing last year’s historic €21.6 billion. Strong growth from the U.S. market, higher airline capacity in autumn, and increased spending per traveler are driving optimism, despite mixed arrival figures in key destinations.
Sheikh Mansour, owner of Manchester City, arrived in Crete aboard his $600 million superyacht Blue. The 160m floating palace, with 24 suites and a crew of 80, has become a local attraction wherever it docks, turning the billionaire’s holiday into a spectacle for onlookers.
Greece’s tourism sector recorded a €6 billion surplus in the first half of 2025, according to the Bank of Greece. Travel receipts rose 11% to €7.6 billion, with higher visitor spending driving growth despite stable arrival numbers. Strong contributions came from Germany, France, Italy, Britain, and especially the United States, where revenues surged nearly 30%.
Santorini will once again position itself at the forefront of high-end travel by hosting its…
Greece may be known for its blue seas and golden sands, but some of its beaches tell a different story—black volcanic pebbles in Chios, terracotta sands in Kefalonia, pink shores in Crete, and lunar-white rocks in Milos create a palette of colours that make the Greek summer truly unique.
Greek tax authorities (AADE) uncovered over 100 violations in just one week at restaurants, entertainment venues, and service businesses across popular tourist islands. Offenders faced 48-hour closures and fines, with authorities now reviewing multi-year records for potential further violations.
