The deadline to express interest in the 40-year concession of 22 regional Greek airports moved from June 30 to August 20.
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Greek Government Says Ferry Ticket Prices Will Remain Stable
Greece’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs says ferry ticket prices will remain at 2024 and 2025 levels despite ongoing international pressure on fuel costs.
Trivago Apologizes and Removes Disputed AI Video Following Santorini Complaint
Trivago removed a disputed AI-generated promotional video and apologized after Santorini hoteliers accused the platform of misleading travelers.
Nafplio Sets a Standard with Organized Street Music on the Beachfront
Nafplio has organized a rotating schedule for street musicians along the waterfront, keeping the atmosphere lively while maintaining order
Bus Strike Exposes Urgent Need for Coordinated Tourism Management in Santorini
The recent cruise ship strike in Santorini has sparked a heated debate over passenger management. Is the new 70-30 port rule realistic for bus operators?
Greece and the UK Ink Five-Year Tourism MoU
Greece and the UK have signed their first official tourism MoU. Learn what this five-year partnership means for sustainable growth and incoming UK visitor trends.
Rizes Gastro Taverna Presents A Gastronomic Voyage Through Santorini
On July 7, 2026, Rizes Gastro Taverna in Fira presents an exclusive six-course food and wine pairing event featuring Santo Wines.
Purple Jellyfish Sting Coastal Tourism as Greek Businesses Seek Emergency Support
Greek business groups are calling for emergency support as purple jellyfish blooms reduce beach attendance and affect tourism businesses in parts of the country.
Greece Launches the New VisitGreece.gr With AI Features and a Digital Tourism Makeover
Greece’s new VisitGreece.gr officially launches with AI-powered travel planning, a companion app, and a digital museum.
Electric Scooters: Heraklion and Beyond Face Strict New Regulations
The “wild west” of electric scooters is coming to an end. New laws bring age restrictions, mandatory insurance, and heavy fines.
Greek Lawmakers Call for Changes to Tourism for All 2026-2027 to Improve Access for People with Disabilities
Members of Parliament from PASOK have called on the Ministries of National Economy, Finance, and Tourism to revise the Tourism for All 2026-2027 program, arguing that its current rules continue to exclude many people with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and rare diseases. The parliamentary question was submitted by Lassithi MP and PASOK Tourism spokesperson Katerina Spyridakis, […]
Greece Has New Deadlines for Ski Resort Upgrades
In Greece, investment projects related to ski resort upgrades funded by the NextGeneration EU program now have a definitive final deadline of June 30, 2026.