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Provisional data for 2023 reveals record-breaking figures in total cruise passengers served, as approximately 1.5 million passengers were accommodated, compared with 880,000 in 2022.

“I expect 2024 to be a good year with strong demand for holidays as we saw in 2023,” Luc Lentjes said when asked what he foresees for 2024

For eligibility, dairy units producing Protected Designation of Origin/Protected Geographical Indication products must provide certifications to a regional tourism service

There was a 5% rise in pre-bookings for 2024

The framework includes a regulation that integrates the spatial planning of private tourist investments into the existing criteria and grading of incentives (via NSRF, Recovery Fund, etc.), particularly about their qualitative classification (star ratings).

Occupancy rates in certain hotels and accommodation rented through online platforms like Airbnb are close to 100%. The trend is particularly evident in mountain destinations across the Greek mainland. Greece’s two largest cities, Athens and Thessaloniki, record the highest occupancy rates, especially over the New Year period. International “escapes” are also very popular with oversees […]

Nearly 383,000 cruise ship passengers arrived at the Cretan port this season, with vessels doubling compared to 2022

The French paper reminded that Athens has unveiled an annual tax rate of 7% for 15 years for EU pensioners who move their tax residence to the country.

Greece, Le Figaro notes, is capturing the attention of retirees with a unified tax rate of 7% offered for 15 years to those establishing their tax residence there.

It's a less visited but equally picturesque harbor town in the east of the large island, with more than 20,000 followers on the platform and 25 published videos

Attica highlights that the collected EU ETS charge will directly contribute to the EU, supporting environmental programs and initiatives to reduce emissions for a more sustainable future

The forecast for the housing market in 2024 remains bleak, with no signs of improvement

Well-known, as well as lesser-known places adorn themselves with decorations or snow, enchanting us all. TikTok serves as the stage where these moments are shared, becoming a platform for economic revival.

The Airport schedules will not change during the above-mentioned days, but on New Year's Eve, services will conclude earlier

On a global scale, tourism reached 86.6% of 2019 arrivals by the ninth month of 2023, with Mediterranean inbound travel bouncing back to 2019 levels

Demand for Epiphany bookings remains relatively low, with occupancy rates hovering at around 50%

Topping the list are Kythnos for ideal weekend getaways, Ithaca for diving enthusiasts, and the serene Patmos for quality religious tourism

The first phase of this endeavor includes content production, documentation, scientific research for reproduction, Greek text editing, translation, cataloging, and architectural designs of public buildings, such as Kâmil Bey, Acrocorinth structures, among others.

The risk assessment company, in its 2024 Risk Map, has categorized countries based on various measurements such as safety, medical risks, and the impact of climate change

Of particular note was the island of Leros, recognized for its bike-friendly infrastructure and certification processes fostering a welcoming environment for cyclists