tourism 

Market pundits estimate the Tour Operator still owes approximately 2 million euros to hotels in Greece

This emphasis stems from tourism's extensive interconnectivity with various sectors and its significant contribution, amounting to 10% of Europe's Gross Domestic Product.

However, despite this year’s bookings projected to rise slightly compared to last year, Yiannis Hatzis, President of the Panhellenic Federation of Hoteliers, stresses the importance of strategic planning

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

"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.

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

According to the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), the average hotel occupancy rates in the country witnessed a new uptick in January and February this year compared to last year

In 2023, Skopelos experienced a record-breaking year with a total of 169,216 arrivals, marking an increase of approximately 17% compared to the previous year.

The data shows major source countries of foreign travelers, like Germany, France, and England will continue to be the key players in foreign arrivals in the country in February

Bookings are already witnessing a double-digit increase from last year, and Crete, a favorite destination for Germans, ranks third in demand after Mallorca and Antalya

Tourism Innovation Hub has partnered with governments, and public and private entities worldwide, to develop a new sustainable business model for the benefit of all stakeholders in the tourism industry

Domestic and international passenger traffic witnessed notable increases, surpassing the 2023 levels by 11.8% and 21.5%, respectively.

TUI reports strong initial booking trends for a summer vacations in Greece, with high demand for Crete and Rhodes; Corfu and Kos are also popular choices

The positive trend is reflected by the high demand expectations of Greek hoteliers, according to the study, with the relevant index reaching its highest historical point in the January-February period

The new regulation is particularly important for Greece, as Athens recorded a 20% increase in available accommodations compared to 2022, according to data from the international short-term rental analysis company AirDNA

Athens is due to welcome several new hotels in the coming years. Among the highlights is the "91 Athens Riviera," a luxury camping resort managed by Domes Resorts

Hotel chamber also wants stricter guidelines for rival AirBnB-style short-term rentals

Eligibility extends to young individuals, including Greek students, graduates, postgraduates, doctoral students, recently unemployed professionals, and early-stage startups with a focus on technology and entrepreneurship