The tourism sector is expected to create 1.1 million jobs by 2035 and contribute €58.2 billion to the Greek economy.

Staff at the world’s most visited museum walked out on Monday citing “untenable” working conditions caused by a surge in visitor numbers.

A further escalation in tensions would not only impact travel between Israel and Greece but also the broader tourism flow from Gulf countries.

Eurobank's CEO Karavias urged entrepreneurs to invest in expanding operations, enhancing product quality, and ensuring long-term sustainability.

The Greek seaside town of Loutraki earns international recognition as a Culinary Capital, signaling a new era in tourism development.

According to the project's master plan, the development will span over 200 hectares and take shape as a sustainable, multi-use tourism complex.

Balancing the financial benefits of a thriving tourism sector for local and national economies with the risk of overtourism and the subsequent drawbacks is emerging as a serious problem in the EU. Along with record numbers of visitors come problems such as rising housing costs and strained local services. In recent years, protests have erupted […]

Greece remains the 3rd most popular holiday destination for cruises in the EU after Italy and Spain, with an annual 5,500 port calls, according to data from the Piraeus Chamber of Commerce & Industry. The ports of Piraeus, Santorini, and Mykonos accounted for over half the port calls (55%) in 2024. The Piraeus Chamber of […]

Greek tourism offered a mixed bag for Q1 in 2025, with revenues in the Greek accommodation sector recording a 7.5% rise in the first quarter of 2025, according to official data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT). In contrast, the figures in hospitality showed a downward trend, declining by 7.6% over the same period. The […]

Inbound tourist arrivals increased by 5.4% in the first three months of the year putting Greece on track for a strong 2025.

The Greek capital moved up five spots in ICCA rankings for 2024, boosting its reputation as a leading MICE destination.

The expansion of direct air connections is further boosting Greece’s appeal to long-haul travelers.

The Spanish government blocked 66,000 short term rental listings on Airbnb as protests against soaring rents and overcrowding intensify.

The Ministry returns to hotel-based vocational education, restoring former state-owned Xenia hotels into training hubs.

As summer approaches, Greece’s tourism sector is facing a critical labor shortage with approximately 80,000 unfilled positions in hospitality and food service. The situation has sparked intense debate over whether migrants could provide a solution to the labor gap.

The agreement introduces a new development pillar centered on sustainability and the extension of the tourist season.

Greek hoteliers confirm emerging trends highlighted in the latest study by the European Travel Commission (ETC), which reveals some interesting “veiled” messages regarding Greek tourism. A rise in foreign bookings for June, contrasted with stagnation—or even a slight decrease—for July and August compared to last year, is being observed by industry insiders, according to Manolis […]

This year, international visitor spending is set to reach 573 billion euros, up by more than 11% year-on-year.

Insights into decades of tourism are brought to life through 40 posters and numerous brochures—some featuring designs that remain visually groundbreaking even today.

Despite the global economic challenges and the controversial policies of the Trump administration, including tariffs, Americans remain committed to traveling—at least for the coming summer, a sentiment boding positive for Greek tourism. A recent survey by MMGY Global, conducted from April 3–5 with a sample of 1,000 U.S. adults, found that 83% of Americans still […]