Central Macedonia Governor Apostolos Tzitzikostas “Do Something GREAT” is the slogan of a new tourism campaign launched by the Region of Central Macedonia in its aim to attract more visitors and extend the season. The new campaign was presented during an event in Thessaloniki on World Tourism Day by Central Macedonia Governor Apostolos Tzitzikostas and Deputy […]
Ermpoupolis City Hall, Syros. Photo source: syros-ermoupolis.gr The Archaeological Museum of Syros will increase in size with the addition of two more halls, the Culture Ministry announced on Sunday. During a visit to the island last week, Culture Minister Lina Mendoni approved a request by Syros Mayor Nikolaos Leivadaras to expand the facilities of the […]
Closer cooperation on issues of culture between Greece and Poland topped the agenda of talks this week between Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni and Ambassador of Poland to Greece, Artur Lompart. Mendoni and Lompart discussed events and initiatives taking place in Warsaw marking the 200th anniversary of the Greek War of Independence. The Greek culture […]
Photo source: Visit Greece On the occasion of World Tourism Day (WTD) 2021, Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias said he sees the opportunity for Greece to redefine its goals and principles for the sector. Celebrated worldwide since 1980 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), WTD is commemorated on September 27 each year and under a […]
Photo source: Municipality of Agios Nikolaos The Greek shipping ministry announced that it would be releasing approximately 24 million euros in funding to go into port infrastructure upgrade works at four ports on the island of Crete. Shipping Minister Yiannis Plakiotakis announced the news during his weekend visit to Crete, Greece’s largest island, where he […]
Greek Tourism Minister Vasilis Kikilias. Addressing overtourism by introducing other destinations and redirecting travelers to new locations is a top priority for Greece, said Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias in an interview to Kathimerini newspaper. Kikilias said the government, ministry and sector stakeholders were in the process of formulating a new model of tourism
“Today is an opportunity to reflect on what we have achieved, but above all to think about the next day of the most important productive activity of our country.” – GNTO Secretary General Dimitris Fragakis On the occasion of World Tourism Day (WTD) 2021 on September 27 the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) released […]
An impression of the “Grand Walk” project. The “Megalos Peripatos” or “Grand Walk” – a 6.8km pedestrian walkway aiming to unify Athens’ archaeological sites and landmarks and create bicycle lanes, has failed to win over the Greek capital’s residents, a survey released this week found. Carried out by the Panteion University of Athens and the Aristotle
Greece’s state authorities, Paralympic medalists, Special Olympics athletes and members of the #BeActive Hellas Organizing Committee held a walking tour on the Acropolis hill in Athens on Saturday. The activity was organized as part of the #BEACTIVE Night Event that took place in the Greek capital to mark the #BEACTIVE Day celebrations on September 23 […]
Greek Tourism Minister Vasilis Kikilias and Saudi Arabia Investment Minister Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih in Athens. Tourism, investments and trade topped the agenda of talks between Greek Tourism Minister Vasilis Kikilias and Saudi Arabia Investment Minister Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, during his recent official visit to Athens. The Saudi minister said tourism was an


















