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Chinese MSGs in Athens

The opening of Greece's largest outbound market in the world, that of China, created the conditions for the development of another market, that of tour guides who speak Chinese and can facilitate Chinese visitors during their stay in the country....

Russian Tourists Trapped in Greece

Greek tourism had yet another loss as Russian agency Yuzny Krest Travel filed for bankruptcy, a problem that has now become an “epidemic.” More than 4,000 of Yuzny Krest Travel tourists are vacationing outside Russia, while most of them are...

SETE: Danger From Russian Tour Operators Bankruptcy

The Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE) warned of the danger from further Russian tour operators bankruptcies threatening the Greek tourism market, after the bankruptcy of major Russian tour operator Solvex Tour. St. Petersburg-based Solvex Tour has shut down, leaving 9,000 customers stranded...

Making Greece a 'Film Studio'

Greek Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni and Minister of Culture and Sports Kostas Tasoulas have decided on several joint actions between the two Ministries. The two Ministers reached their decision after a meeting today, September 3, at the Ministry of Culture. Their goal...

Telegraph: Greece is Ideal for Fall Vacation

British newspaper "The Telegraph" described Greece as one of the ultimate fall vacation destinations, stressing that in several islands of the Cyclades, Crete and Rhodes, tourists can enjoy the sun, warm seas and beauty of the landscape at very...

Increased Visitors in Most Popular Greek Monuments

Greek Culture Ministry released data showing a significant increase in visitors to some of Greece's 38 most important archaeological sites and museums during the second quarter of this year, which is mainly attributed to the extension of opening hours. Figures showed that...

Five Amazing Greek Islands off the Beaten Path

Greece has always been among the most popular holiday destinations worldwide. Especially its numerous amazing islands, filled with an abundance of visitors each year, who enjoy the crystal-clear beaches, sunny mornings, wandering around the island, and of course, the delicious...

The Exotic Islets of Crete

The Greek island of Crete is surrounded by more than one hundred small and larger islets, with the majority of them located near the municipality of Lasithi. Most of them are uninhabited, while others are considered wildlife sanctuaries or archaeological...

The Tourists That Spend The Most During Their Stay in Greece

Foreign tourism in Greece led to a four billion euro revenue during the first half of 2014, a significant increase of 13.4% (464 million euros) compared to the same period in 2013. According to data released by the Bank of...

Mysterious Virus that Infected Tourists in Rhodes Identified

Greece's  Disease Control and Prevention Center (KEELPNO) representatives announced that the hundreds of tourists who fell sick at a 5 star hotel in Rhodes suffered from infectious gastroenteritis (stomach flu). The Ministry of Tourism send the investigators to Rhodes after claims...

Escape Rooms in Athens Are More Popular Than The Acropolis

The beach can wait. Acropolis will always be there. Plaka and Monastiraki can be visited some other time. A visit to Athens’ “escape rooms” is more important for many tourists and it is even suggested by TripAdvisor. What are these strange...

Chaos in Milos Airport due to Traffic Controller's Sickness

At the peak of the tourist season, when a record number of tourists have arrived in Greece, an unexpected problem ruined the good image of the Greek island of Milos. On August 20, the morning flights from the island to...

Google Announces Initiative to "Grow Greek Tourism"

On Tuesday, Google announced a plan that will improve Greek tourism’s online communication tools, in collaboration with the Greek National Tourism Organization (EOT) and the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE). The “Grow Greek Tourism Online” project aims to provide enterprises operating...

Increasing Number of Tourists from Asia, South America

In the last few years, Greece is attracting an increasing number of tourists from emerging economies. Tourism industry officials claim that Brazilian, Korean, Filipino, Indian and Mexican visitors often spend more money than European tourists. Santorini Mayor Anastasios-Nikolaos Zorzos said that, in the...

Greece Top Holiday Destination for Austrians

According to Esteraich newspaper, Greece was the leading destination for Austrians this year. “This year, Greece was the leading destination for Austrians, the ultimate number one for those who are attracted by the sea,” highlighted the Austrian publication. The newspaper noted...