Tourism

A week ahead of the Orthodox Easter's Holy Week, accommodation reservations and prices are surging in the country's most famous Easter destinations

More than 20,000 Turkish tourists flocked to the eastern Aegean isles during a nine-day religious period in the neighboring country

Supported by 13 arches and 12 piers, it stands as a symbol of architectural symmetry and local craftsmanship

Thanks to its location, it’s perfect for island hopping to the nearby islands of Kos, Leros, and Patmos.

The government's policies to attract foreign property buyers to boot the economy is working, reports German newspaper Handelsblatt

The island has been highlighted by the National Geographic in the UK and Condé Nast Traveller, meanwhile Europa Nostra placed it on its endangered list due to the risk of overtourism

Europa Nostra says three Greek islands are at risk due to surge in tourism development and rampant construction.

It is estimated that an astonishing 131 cruise ships out of the total 412 worldwide will make port calls - a place where a ship stops on its journey - in Greek ports

Hotelier families from Rhodes and Crete are expanding their businesses, key players in the development of Greek tourism and hotel chains.

Arrival data from Athens International Airport (AIA) show that tourist flow to Greece’s capital is off to a good start. However, to the hoteliers’ concern, this increased traffic is not reflected in hotel bookings around the city. Passenger traffic at AIA during the first quarter of 2024 totaled at 5,215 million, a 16.5% increase compared […]

The publication praises Naxos' rich historical tapestry showcased through its white marbles, ancient temples, and monumental Kouros statues.

Specifically, according to available data, arrivals from the Polish market have significantly increased during the first quarter of 2024 compared to the corresponding period in 2023.

Europe’s travel and tourism stakeholders agreed to address the challenges posed by climate change through sustainable actions and cooperation.

Greek authorities have launched inspections ahead of the summer season aiming to crack down on beach access violations with fines reaching up to 60,000 euros.

Greek PM sees Greece evolving into the ‘the best destination in the world’ thanks to integrated experiences that blend cultural heritage with natural offerings

"The small size of our island and its coastal geomorphology simply do not allow for the placement of even a few beach umbrellas," says the Mayor Fotis Mangos.

Greece is ready to welcome millions of tourists this year but businesses are still struggling to find staff. To Vima speaks with stakeholders about what needs to be done.

Major tour operators like TUI and Jet2.com have expanded their flight offerings and vacation packages to popular Greek island destinations for both Easter and the summer season.

A pilot program allowing 7-day express visas to be issued to Turkish citizens wishing to visit 10 islands in the eastern Aegean began on April 1

Domestic and international passenger traffic alike exceeded 2023 levels by 12.6% and 23.5%, respectively