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Meteora Pyli Geopark Receives UNESCO Status

Victoria Udrea

On Thursday, the Meteora Pyli Geopark became a member of the UNESCO Global Geoparks network, joining the other 213 parks in 48 countries worldwide.

2 years ago

Visitors to Six Archaeological Sites in Greece to Have Immediate Access to First Aid and Medical Care During the Upcoming Tourist Season

Iorgos Pappas

This vital service will benefit the Acropolis in Athens, Olympia, Mycenae, Delphi, Knossos on Crete, and Lindos Acropolis on Rhodes.

2 years ago

Thessaloniki to Host EuroPride 2024 in June

Iorgos Pappas

Thessaloniki is poised to enter the annals of history as it prepares to host the first EuroPride in Greece between June 21- 29, 2024.

2 years ago

Would You Visit the Greater Athens Region?

Victoria Udrea

Greater Athens Region: Hardalias’ plan for a global tourism hotspot with Athens’ history and stunning island getaways.

2 years ago

Greek Tourism Expecting Record-breaking Numbers in 2024

Victoria Udrea

Greek tourism is experiencing significant growth and is expected to achieve record-breaking numbers in 2024.

2 years ago

Sailing Towards Sustainability: Greece’s €2M Boost for Cleaner Seas

Victoria Udrea

Greece unveils a groundbreaking €2M initiative to revolutionize its ferry fleet with eco-friendly upgrades, ensuring a greener future for maritime travel.

2 years ago

Athens: St. Patrick’s Day Gala Ball 2024 on March 16

Iorgos Pappas

Athens’ Irish community and their many friends will enjoy St. Patrick’s Day, Ireland’s national holiday, at the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Syntagma Square, where the Greek-Irish Society holds its yearly gala ball.

2 years ago

Two Curio Collection by Hilton Resorts to Open in Greece This Summer

Mihaela Lica Butler

Isla Brown Chania Resort and Isla Brown Corinthia Resort and Spa – Curio Collection by Hilton – will welcome their first guests this summer.

2 years ago

Athens: Pilot Program for Public Transport

Mihaela Lica Butler

A new pilot program in Athens allows passengers to use bank cards and smartphones in addition to traditional tickets and passes.

2 years ago

RevitUp.direct Adds Koukoumi Vegan Hotel to Client Roster

Mihaela Lica Butler

RevitUp.direct now offers Koukoumi Vegan Hotel revenue optimisation through dynamic pricing and distribution channel management.

2 years ago

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens to Open in 2027

Iorgos Pappas

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens will open its doors in 2027 with a lively casino with 180 tables, 1100 guest rooms, and 15 dining venues.

2 years ago

Sophia, the First Robot with a Passport, to Lead AI Panel in Nafpaktos on March 10

Manuel Santos

Sophia, the world’s first robot with a passport, is scheduled to make an appearance in Nafpaktos in March to lead an AI conference.

2 years ago

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Stories of Interest

Rethymno Flood Warning Systems meeting

Rethymno Boosts Flood Preparedness with New Weather Stations, River Monitors, and Dam Management Plans

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Rethymno is expanding weather and river monitoring, clearing waterways and strengthening emergency planning ahead of extreme winter weather.

Historic Former War Museum Collapses

Part of Former Chania War Museum Collapses, No People Found Under Rubble

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Emergency teams and EMAK units respond to a major building collapse at Chania’s former War Museum, confirming no individuals were trapped in the rubble.

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Crete Wants to Turn Olive Oil Into a Tourism Experience

2026-10-15 By Victoria Udrea

Crete is exploring how olive tourism can connect ancient olive heritage, archaeology, food, health and local experiences for visitors.

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Ferry Sailings Banned: Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio Ports Closed as 9-Beaufort Gales Strike

2026-10-14 By Argophilia Travel News

Greek port authorities have imposed strict sailing bans in Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio, canceling ferries to Crete due to dangerous 9-Beaufort gales.

Crete olive oil production

Crete Olive Oil Production Could Nearly Double

2026-10-14 By Victoria Udrea

Crete’s olive oil production could reach 100,000 tonnes this year, but farmers face fruit drop, high costs, low prices, and growing abandonment.

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