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Greece

Greece Soars as Top Travel Destination for DERTOUR Customers This Summer

Data from DERTOUR reveals noteworthy trends for the travel season from June 1 to September 30, 2024.

Greece’s Short-Term Rental Market in June 2024

The Greek short-term rental market continues to expand. The total number of units grew from 204,578 last year to 224,860…

Archaeological Site of Europos in Kilkis Gets New Lighting

The Ministry of Culture is revamping the lighting at the Archaeological Site of Europos in Kilkis for enhanced visitor experience…

22 Beaches Across Greece Lost Their Blue Flag Status

22 Greek beaches lost Blue Flag status due to unmet criteria. Inspections found issues with services, cleanliness, and safety. Blue…

Major Fire Destroys Broadway Theater in Kypseli, Athens

A fire broke out in the basement of the Broadway Theater in Kypseli. 32 firefighters and eight vehicles battled the…

Archaeological Museum of Delos Reopens After Renovation

Delos Museum reopens after extensive renovation; President Katerina Sakellaropoulou led the inauguration; A new exhibition showcases the island’s rich archaeological…

Greece Tourism Zoning Plan Under Review

New zoning plan to limit short-term rentals; Focus on areas in Attica and Thessaloniki; Limits based on available hotel beds;…

Heatwave Creates Major Hurdles for Greek Delivery Workers

Greece faces its second heatwave of the summer; Temperatures on the road reach 70°C (158°F); Delivery drivers struggle with safety…

Aegean Rebreath: Massive Cleanup Effort in Santorini

Aegean Rebreath collected 800 kilos of abandoned fishing nets from the seabed of Santorini.

The Enigmatic Queen: Thessalonike of Macedon

From queen to mermaid, Thessalonike of Macedon is a compelling figure in ancient history. Her life is interlaced with power,…