Through the "Tourism for All 2025" program, eligible individuals can receive a virtual digital debit card, which can be used for accommodation at any hotel or lodging across Greece.

The Greek government is reportedly considering a mini support package for Santorini, to be activated if the island's seismic activity persists for an extended period.

2024 was a record year for passenger traffic at Athens International Airport, reinforcing the city's position as a leading global destination.

Travel remittances in Greece from the all-important tourism and holiday sector posted a new record in 2024, calculated as reaching 21.7 billion euros in 2024, up from 20.593 billion euros in 2023, according to provisional figures released on Thursday by the Bank of Greece (BoG). The last month of the previous year, December 2024, sees […]

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni emphasized that the country was a safe destination for travelers during an interview with public broadcaster ERT on Thursday. The demand for Greek tourism continues to show positive growth. However, developments in Santorini remain an unpredictable factor, raising concerns about the future. The Minister noted that Santorini was geologically unique, […]

Trends, green technologies, training and professional development in yachting are some of the topics on the agenda.

Greek tourism remains largely unaffected by the Santorini earthquakes, as bookings by foreign tourists for all popular Greek destinations rose approximately 5% compared to the same period last year. However, in Santorini, new bookings have noticeably declined in recent days. During a recent board meeting of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), attended by Antonis Pagonis, […]

The small town in the Peloponnese has gained popularity among outdoor enthusiasts. Local residents share their insights with To Vima International edition

The areas directly affected by the tremors account for approximately 4% of both the country's annual tourism revenues and the total annual turnover in the accommodation and food service sectors

Following the Ministry of Environment and Energy's order to halt the construction, the Ministry of Tourism was also compelled to take an official stance on the matter.

If seismic tremors persist for an extended period, there is a significant risk that the island could lose its Easter tourism season.

No cancellations have been reported yet as authorities and travel operators closely monitor the situation in Santorini.

Strategies to maximize Greece's yachting tourism potential take center stage at the 4th Panhellenic Yachting Conference on Feb. 20-21

So far, major international media outlets have not reported or provided assessments regarding the immediate impact on the island’s tourism activity in terms of bookings or cancellations.

With an estimated value of €138 billion, cycling is one of the world's top 10 fastest-growing tourism activities. Yet, Greece struggles to shift gears and establish itself as a leader in this thriving sector of sustainable tourism.

Employers in the tourism and hospitality industry who fail to comply with the regulation will be subject to fines of up to 10,500 euros per violation.

Apostolos Tzitzikostas has officially assumed the portfolio of the EU Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism after being sworn in alongside the College of Commissioners at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg. During the oath-taking ceremony, Tzitzikostas pledged, among other commitments, “to uphold the Treaties and the Charter of Fundamental Rights […]

Cruise tourism supports Greece's economy, but it also raises concerns about overtourism. ‘To Vima International Edition’ explores these issues with the head of the industry’s European trade association

The Mediterranean country held its position in 2024 on the top five list for German and French tourists, ranking 3rd and 4th respectively, similar to 2023

The bill, introduced by Greece's Ministry of Tourism, aims to strengthen the country's position as a global tourism leader by advancing sustainable tourism practices.