The coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and its consequences have wiped out 21 years of global passenger traffic growth in a matter of months, reducing traffic in 2020 to levels last seen in 1999, global aviation data firm Cirium said. In its Airline Insights Review 2020, Cirium reveals the shocking impact on aviation of worldwide travel restrictions […]
The National Gallery in Athens is expected to open its doors to the public in March, as the project for the revamp and expansion of its premises has entered its final phase. According to Culture Minister Lina Mendoni, there have been difficulties and delays due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, but the Ministry has set […]
The Temple of Hephaestus. Photo © Studio On Stelios Tzetzias Two landmark sites of Athens, the Temple of Hephaestus in the Ancient Agora and the monument of Philopappos near the Acropolis, now have a new look following the recent completion of a lighting enhancement project. Carried out by Emmy Award-winning artist Eleftheria Deko, the new lighting […]
Bidding is now open for the highly anticipated ferry service that will link Greece with Cyprus possibly as of May 2021, the Cypriot Deputy Ministry of Shipping announced. Bids for the selection of a maritime carrier contractor to reinstate the coastal shipping connection between the two countries which was terminated in 2000, can be made […]
Photo source: AEGEAN Greek airline company AEGEAN is offering its passengers the option to get a discounted Covid-19 test, prior to departure, at a number of medical facilities in Greece. In collaboration with the Bioiatriki Group and the Athens Medical Group, AEGEAN is providing its ticket holders the opportunity to book diagnostic tests for Covid-19 […]
The international cruise industry appears optimistic and ready to address the challenges of the new year ahead, despite the severe impact of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, according to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). New research reveals that despite a challenging year in 2020, two out of three cruisers are willing to cruise within a […]
Galerie Café – Athens Capital Hotel – MGallery Collection As of next year, the Athens Capital Hotel-MGallery Collection will launch virtual art tours through videos on social media to showcase its collection of artwork. In each video, the hotel’s art consultant Maria Migadi will explain the philosophy of the hotel’s collection and indicate the position […]
Photo source: Grand Hyatt Athens Greece needs to reposition its tourism product and improve connectivity in order to emerge stronger from the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, according to tourism experts. Speaking during the recent online 22nd Annual Capital Link – Invest in Greece Forum, Alejandro Hernández-Puértola, founding partner and CEO of hospitality investment
Kasta tomp, Amphipolis. Photo source: borderlessculture.eu Works are currently underway for the revamp of the archaeological sites discovered through excavations in the area of Amphipolis in northern Greece. The project is being developed by the Region of Central Macedonia and the Serres Ephorate of Antiquities with the support of the “Borderless Culture” project.
The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) has launched an updated digital version of its Meeting Planner’s Guide, an easy-to-use tool that offers information about Thessaloniki, the TCB and its members. The TCB Meeting Planner’s Guide Vol. 2 was launched to promote Thessaloniki and its meetings sector to the international MICE market and support the region’s economy. […]


















