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OKUPA BRINGS A NEW GENERATION OF URBAN HOSPITALITY TO THE GREEK CAPITAL

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One year after opening in the heart of Athens’ vibrant Psiri district, Okupa enters a new chapter, following a first year shaped by local recognition and word-of-mouth cult following among the city’s creative community. A next-generation expression of Athenian hospitality, Okupa was conceived for the modern traveller seeking an alternative to conventional boutique hospitality. Created not for […]

2 weeks ago

African Development Bank Group and African Union Push for Visa Free Travel

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Participants concluded that achieving a visa-free Africa will require aligning migration policies, digital identity systems, and border infrastructure, alongside sustained political commitment. ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, February 26, 2026/ — African policymakers, business leaders, and development institutions have renewed calls for visa-free travel across the continent, describing the free movement of people as essential to unlocking Africa’s […]

1 month ago

Revenue Management Seminar by Hellenic Mediterranean University in Collaboration with RevitUp

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The Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU), in collaboration with RevitUp.direct, announces the launch of a new professional training program titled “Revenue Ready: Theory & Practice.” The seminar is designed to bridge academic education with the real-world demands of the tourism and hospitality market. The program is delivered by the Department of Business Administration and Tourism at […]

2 months ago

Riginos Yachts Named Exclusive Distributor of Fjord and Sealine Motor Yachts in Greece

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Riginos Yachts is pleased to announce the commencement of an exclusive partnership with Germany-based HanseYachts AG, appointing Riginos Yachts as the official distributor of the Fjord and Sealine motor yacht brands in Greece. This strategic alignment strengthens HanseYachts’ presence in the Eastern Mediterranean, one of the region’s most dynamic and rapidly growing yachting markets. Fjord […]

4 months ago

RevitUp.direct Announces Exclusive Partnership with ViralSpoon

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RevitUp.direct is pleased to announce the official launch of an exclusive partnership with ViralSpoon, an innovative AI-powered social media management platform designed to create, optimize, and publish digital content. The partnership covers Greece and Cyprus, further strengthening RevitUp’s portfolio of tools and services for hotels and tourism businesses. ViralSpoon allows hotels, restaurants, and any brand […]

4 months ago

Crete Power Link Energizes Greece–Israel Interconnector Vision

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Greece has completed an undersea power cable connecting the mainland to Crete, marking a decisive step toward the long-planned Great Sea Interconnector that will eventually link Greece, Cyprus, and Israel through a single high-voltage energy corridor beneath the Mediterranean. The new 330-kilometer high-voltage direct current (HVDC) cable was officially activated in late May. Costing roughly […]

5 months ago

Premia Properties Secures Rhodes and Crete Resorts

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Premia Properties REIC, a real estate investment firm, has officially acquired two Sunwing Hellas resorts in Greece. According to the news, the transaction strengthens Premia’s presence in the country’s thriving hospitality sector. The purchase, concluded on December 19, includes full ownership of “SUNWING HOTELS Hellas SINGLE MEMBER S.A.” The acquisition was valued at €112.5 million, […]

1 year ago

FedHATTA Offers Recommendations for Safe Bookings This Holiday Season

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The Federation of Hellenic Associations of Tourist and Travel Agencies (FedHATTA), has published new guidelines for safe bookings for holiday travel. With Christmas and New Year’s approaching, travel plans within Greece and abroad are rising. FedHATTA now advises travelers to exercise caution when booking trips. The organization says special attention should be paid to misleading […]

1 year ago

Famagusta Collaborates with EasyJet to Extend Tourism Season

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Famagusta’s regional tourism board, Etap, recently held a meeting with representatives from EasyJet Holidays, the low-cost airline’s holiday arm. Discussions centered around strategies for extending the region’s tourism season beyond the traditional peak months, with plans to implement them in 2025. Key Participants The meeting included Etap board president and Ayia Napa Mayor Christos Zannetou, […]

1 year ago

Greece Drafts New Tourism Law with Airbnb and Green Hotel Regulations

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The Greek Ministry of Tourism has introduced a draft law to modernize the nation’s tourism infrastructure. The proposal is open for public comment until December 19 and invites input from stakeholders via the official consultation platform. The ministry is encouraging tourism professionals and stakeholders to participate in refining this legislation through the public comment process. […]

1 year ago

Athens International Tourism & Culture Expo 2024

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Coming up December 12-14, the 11th Athens International Tourism & Culture Expo will take place in the Zappeion Expo Center. This year’s expo will feature a vast collection of exhibitors from every sector of tourism including Tourist Destinations, Hotels, Luxury Resorts, Villas, Travel Agencies, DMC Offices, Yachting and Cruising Companies, Alternative Tourism, and many others. […]

1 year ago

Greece’s Faliro Bay Redevelopment Plans Unveiled

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Greek officials have just revealed detailed plans for the redevelopment of Faliro Bay south of Athens. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called the large scale development an “iconic project” to reconnect Athens with its majestic coastline. The development will revolve around Aenaon, a metropolitan park symbolizing continuity and timelessness, set to open in 2028 with funding […]

1 year ago

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Visit the traditional Vryses Palm Sunday Market on April 5, 2026, to find authentic Cretan produce and support the community food drive.

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