The tougher immigration policy requires certain visitors to post bonds of up to $15,000 as a safeguard against visa overstays.

The Regional Manager for Italy, Greece, Malta and Israel at Booking.com, said Greece is maintaining its momentum, supported by steady demand from key source markets such as Germany, France and Poland.

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The list of Greek island destinations offering the best value for money in 2026 also includes Lefkada, Naxos, and Thasos.

The minister added that the government is covering accommodation and meal expenses for stranded tourists.

Middle East airports remain closed for a third day, grounding thousands of flights, pressuring airline stocks and triggering disruptions at Athens International Airport.

Airspace closures after military strikes have triggered widespread cancellations and delays, leaving travelers stranded and Greek authorities activating emergency support lines.

This week, for instance, the European Best Destinations review published the top 20 places it recommends in Europe, with the two Greek locations, both islands, included on this list

The outlook is supported by a mix of counterbalancing forces: expansionary US fiscal policy, gradually easing interest rates, and stronger consumer spending driven by rising stock markets.

Greece outperformed all other contenders by a wide margin, earning the title of undisputed capital of “dock and dine” culture, according to Euronews.

A protest gathering is expected to take place at 11:00 a.m. outside the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.

Under European Union standards, the ability to afford one week of annual holiday is not considered a luxury but a recognized indicator of material and social deprivation.

Inbound arrivals grew by 5.6% and tourism receipts by 9.4%, translating into approximately 42.97 million visitors in 2025, compared to 2024.

Shoulder-season travel continues to expand, effectively extending Greece’s tourism season to nine months.

The findings show that the Greek brand has recorded a notable rise in interest from Chinese markets.

At the heart of the discussions was closer coordination in addressing shared challenges in the hospitality sector, alongside advancing the industry’s green and digital transition.

Tram Line 7 now reaches Greece’s largest port, easing passenger access and marking a key upgrade in Athens-Piraeus transport.

The move forms part of the company’s broader strategy to provide more flexible booking choices for guests while helping hosts attract additional reservations.

Services have been suspended from the port of Volos to the Sporades islands, while routes between Kavala and Thasos remain on hold.

A drone tour highlights one of the deepest gorges on Earth, as listed by the Guinness Book of World Records