Tourism

Adjustments were also made to ensure existing citizen rights, such as those of adjacent businesses, were not affected

The list also features the Peloponnese's captivating landscapes, Greece's therapeutic hot springs, and sea excursions to exotic islets and unexplored shores in the Aegean and Ionian Seas.

According to the annual Henley Passport Index, the Greek passport enables visa-free travel to 190 countries

Short-term rentals in Greece have increased between 10-12%, each month since the start of 2024, while occupancy rates remain stable

Since assuming office, the new administration has undertaken measures to stabilize and modernize EATA.

Tigist Seyoum, Area Manager of Ethiopian Airlines in Greece, highlighted the airline's crucial role in strengthening socio-economic ties between Ethiopia and Greece.

The number of inbound travelers to Greece in the Jan.-Apr. period increased compared to 2023 with tourists spending more on trips.

Thetravel.com critiques the "overhyped popular destinations in the Cyclades" and recommends Andros as a hidden gem in the Aegean.

To Vima English Edition visited Pieria, Greece and spoke to local stakeholders about efforts to increase visibility and break into new tourism markets.

According to the high-end publication, Paros is currently a 'quieter alternative' to other more touristy Grecian isles, but is rapidly gaining fame

The Athens hotel that once hosted royalty, movie stars, and US presidents is set to re-open in 2025 as ‘The Ilisian’, the capital’s first condo hotel.

The average length of stay for all types of tourist accommodation establishments during April 2024, amounted to 3.1 days.

Reports indicate hotel bookings for the three-day weekend (June 22 to 24) are already between 75% and 80%

In terms of economic impact from conference tourism on national GDP and employment, Greece ranks 47th out of 50 countries, placing it at the bottom among its European peers of comparable size

A sector study entitled focuses on major non-European markets and long-haul travel, specifically the USA, Canada, China, India and Australia

In the Ionian Islands, construction activity not only saw a 58.2% increase but also experienced a 31.3% rise in the number of building permits and a 50.2% increase in area under construction.

Road transport necessitates more decisive actions towards mass transit and active mobility (pedestrians, bicycles), particularly in urban centers and popular tourist spots.

The arrival of more than 32 million tourists is significantly impacting local communities and their essential services.

"Astypalaia is evolving into a sustainable destination, unique on a global scale. The response from travelers to these changes has been remarkable. We anticipate a very promising tourist season," stated the Deputy Mayor of Astypalaia, Kostas Kampylis.

The body of the 70-year-old man, of Greek descent, was discovered in the sea off a secluded beach near a rocky area where he had been vacationing