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Twelve New Traditions Enter Greece’s Intangible Heritage Register

Victoria Udrea

Greece registers 12 new elements in the National Intangible Cultural Heritage list, highlighting traditions that strengthen cultural tourism across the country.

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Price Caps on Fuel and Food Aim to Contain Inflation

Kostas Raptis

Greece imposes profit caps on fuel and basic goods to limit inflation. Measures expected to affect transport, tourism costs, and consumer prices in 2026.

2 hours ago

Bakers Demand Support as Rising Costs Threaten Bread Prices in Greece

Victoria Udrea

Greek bakers warn of rising bread prices as energy and raw material costs increase. Industry calls for government support to keep bakeries viable.

3 hours ago

Tourism Officials Promote Year-Round Travel in Central Macedonia

Victoria Udrea

Central Macedonia promoted thematic tourism at ITB Berlin 2026, with strong demand from Germany and new flights to Thessaloniki supporting visitor growth.

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Partheni Bay to Get Organized Boat Shelter

Arthur Butler

Environmental approval granted for tourist boat shelter in Partheni Leros. Small marina project adds new mooring infrastructure in the Dodecanese.

4 hours ago

Runway Works at Chios Airport Signal Upgrade but Also Years of Disruption

Iorgos Pappas

The runway extension at Chios Airport will be subject to operational restrictions until 2027, due to major infrastructure updates.

4 hours ago

Bey Hamam Restored in Greek Time

Arthur Butler

Bey Hamam in Thessaloniki finally reopens after a delayed restoration project funded in 2022–2024. Greece completes the €1.5M cultural upgrade in 2026.

6 hours ago

Women in Tourism Event Includes AI Startups and Familiar Promises

Victoria Udrea

The Tourism Ministry and the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels held an event for Women’s Day on women in tourism, innovation, AI, and startups through the CapsuleT Accelerator.

1 day ago

e-MITE Tourism Upgrade Falls off the Map

Iorgos Pappas

PASOK MP Katerina Spyridaki demands answers on delayed and removed Tourism Ministry Recovery Fund projects, including e-MITE and diving tourism grants.

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Historic Tinos Beach Hotel Reopens with Luxury, Sustainability, and Vision

Iorgos Pappas

Historic Tinos Beach Hotel will reopen in May 2026 after a full renovation by Attica Group, aiming to offer five-star hospitality and sustainable tourism.

2 days ago

Old Knowledge Returns Because The Islands Are Running Out Of Water

Iorgos Pappas

Deputy Minister Stefanos Gkikas says Greece will revive traditional water practices on islands to fight drought, floods and climate pressure.

2 days ago

Hospitality and Tourism Optimism Hit Turbulence Again

Mihaela Lica Butler

Greek hoteliers warn of booking slowdown amid Middle East crisis, high taxes, and rising costs. Industry calls for competitiveness to save tourism in 2026.

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Circular Economy Park at Mavros Spilios waste management

Heraklion Waste Policy Shift After Unanimous ESDAC Vote

2026-03-12 By Iorgos Pappas

The Crete Waste Management Authority removes incineration waste from the circular economy park at Mavros Spilios.

25th August Street Megaro Liopyrakis renovation

Scaffolding Season Continues in Central Heraklion

2026-03-12 By Mihaela Lica Butler

If you want to understand how restoration projects work in Greece, there is no better place than 25th August Street in Heraklion, once nicknamed the Street of Illusion because its elegant facades gave visitors the impression of a grand European city. This impression did not always survive once you walked past the front row. More […]

Ierapetra Port Expansion Plan

New Infrastructure Planned for Fishing and Tourist Boats in Ierapetra

2026-03-11 By Arthur Butler

A new study for the Ierapetra port expansion plan promotes new infrastructure and more space for tourist and fishing boats.

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New Smart Bus Stops in Heraklion Offer Charging and Solar Power

2026-03-11 By Kostas Raptis

The Municipality of Heraklion has installed 12 new smart, energy-independent bus stops in key locations across the city as part of the “Heraklion Smart City” project, aimed at improving daily life for residents and visitors. The new stops are powered entirely by solar energy and allow users to charge mobile devices, use lighting, and access modern […]

antiwar rally Chania March 12

Anti-war Rally Announced in Chania on March 12 at 19:00

2026-03-11 By Arthur Butler

Anti-war rally in Chania on March 12 at Municipal Market Square. Protests planned in Heraklion and Rethymno amid concerns over Souda Base.

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