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Greece Tourism Receipts on Record Breaking Track for 2023

2023-06-21 by Phil Butler

According to the latest data from the Bank of Greece, January-April 2023, non-resident traveler arrivals increased by 52.5%.

Greek Tourism Ministry Aims to Extend Agrotourism Options

2022-10-15 by Phil Butler

Deputy Tourism Minister Sophia Zacharaki announced new amendment aimed at empowering agrotourism related businesses.

Come to Greece, Ride, Learn, Trust, and Live Well

2022-08-02 by Phil Butler

Greece is a year-round tourism destination like no other. New initiatives by officials and individuals may now deliver on the promise.

With Sea Level On the Rise Greece Envisions a Thousand Cruise Ships

2021-11-07 by Phil Butler

What will it take for Greece’s decision makers to stop paying lip service to sustainable tourism for the future?

GNTO’s Fragakis Says 2021 Goals Met – Sustainability Ahead

2021-09-22 by Phil Butler

GNTO boss Dimitris Fragakis says Greece has achieved its goals set for tourism in 2021.

Samaria Gorge Remains Dangerous: Young Tourist Survives Shocking 25-Meter Fall

2025-04-22 By Manuel Santos

A young Dutch tourist was hospitalized after falling 25 meters in Samaria Gorge, which remains dangerous for hikers. He is in stable condition at Chania Hospital’s Neurosurgery Clinic.

Let’s Go for Horta Walks This Weekend in Chania

2025-04-22 By Victoria Udrea

Let’s Go for Horta in Chania from April 26-27, with local guides, cultural associations, and likeminded peers.

Restoration Plans for Villa Pologiorgis, Chania’s Most Charming Eyesore

2025-04-22 By Manuel Santos

On April 22, 2025, the study to revive and reuse the illustrious Villa Pologiorgis in Amperia officially got a handshake—or, more accurately, a signature—from Chania’s mayor, Panagiotis Simandirakis. No sooner had the mayor’s pen touched paper than a room of deputies, civil servants, and, possibly, someone’s cousin, confirmed the deal. The contract—routinely titled “Study for […]