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The Secretary General of the Greek National Tourism Organization, Andreas Fiorentinos, conducted an online meeting with the heads of the 14 GNTO overseas offices to assess how the conflict in the Middle East is affecting Greece’s tourism sector.

The discussion centred on the rise in energy and fuel costs, which is reducing the purchasing power of European travellers. Inflationary pressure

In Greece, some sailing destinations win travelers over with drama. Others succeed because they make the whole experience feel easy from the very beginning. Lefkada belongs firmly in the second category, and that is exactly why it is gaining so much attention. As more travelers look for sailing holidays that combine scenic island hopping with simpler logistics, Lefkada is emerging as one of the

The Minister of Tourism, Olga Kefalogianni, emphasized that Greece continues to present itself internationally as a stable, safe and reliable destination – a crucial message in a period of uncertainty.

According to the minister, current geopolitical developments have not disrupted the flow of tourists to Greece. The tourism authorities maintain ongoing communication with foreign

Spring is emerging as Greece’s “secret season,” offering pleasant weather, fewer crowds and a rich program of culinary and cultural events at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens.

From 6 April to 13 April 2026 the hotel celebrates both Western and Orthodox Easter, combining seaside relaxation with easy access to the historic centre of Athens.

Easter dining

Greece's leading airline, AEGEAN, announced that, because of the ongoing situation in the Middle East, it is suspending additional flights to and from several airports in Israel, Iraq, Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

Specific suspensions are:

The strong performance of the 2025 WTTC Global Summit in Rome has triggered a wave of applications from destinations eager to host upcoming editions. Fifteen locations across four continents have formally submitted expressions of interest, underscoring renewed confidence in the travel and tourism sector.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), representing the private‑sector

The Mediterranean continues to attract large numbers of tourists, with Greece and Croatia maintaining their popularity while Albania experiences a rapid rise in visitor numbers, according to a report in the French travel magazine Ulysse News.

All three countries share a sunny climate and coastal charm, but the level of development and crowding differs. Greece and Croatia have

Ranked 17th in the 2026 edition of The World’s 50 Best Hotels, Four Seasons Astir Palace in Athens offers a secluded, luxury escape on a 75‑acre pine‑covered stretch of the Athenian Riviera. Guests enjoy three private beaches, a sophisticated spa, tennis courts and a range of award‑winning dining venues.

With Valentine’s Day falling on a Saturday this year, the resort presents

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, recently placed at No. 17 in the World’s 50 Best Hotels, is expanding its focus on holistic wellbeing and environmental responsibility.

The resort’s spa, set on a pine‑fringed peninsula overlooking the Aegean, now offers a series of nature‑inspired treatments and a tree‑planting partnership with the non‑profit We4All.

Since

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens is expanding its hospitality portfolio by offering a new off‑site catering and events programme. Starting in December 2025, the hotel’s renowned service and culinary expertise will be available for private functions throughout Athens and the wider Attica region.

Ranked 17th in the 2025 World’s 50 Best Hotels, the property now provides

The First Instance Prosecutor’s Office, led by Aristides Korias, has ordered an immediate preliminary inquiry into the widespread “blackout” that affected Greek airports on Sunday.

The case has been handed over to the Electronic Crime Department, according to a statement from CE Report citing ANA‑MPA.

The investigation will assess whether a criminal act of dangerous

The General Directorate of Border Police announced that traffic for both passenger cars and freight trucks will face difficulties at every Bulgarian‑Greek border checkpoint in both directions. The problems stem from strike actions and road blockades organized by Greek farmers.

According to information received by the Border Police Unit in Novo Selo, truck movements from Bulgaria

The Athens Urban Transport Organisation (OASA) confirmed that on official holidays – Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and the Epiphany (6 January) – most city buses and trolleybuses will follow a reduced Sunday‑type schedule.

In addition, a specific timetable will apply to bus and trolley services on 2 January and 5 January, according to statements from ANA‑MPA.

The town of Arnaia is positioning itself as an attractive, “tasty” hub for mushroom enthusiasts. It offers a designated wild‑mushroom cultivation zone and incorporates various mushroom‑based dishes into the menus of local restaurants and cafés, according to statements from the ANA‑MPA.

Mushrooms are harvested from greenhouse productions, semi‑natural cultivation plots that require

The Civil Aviation Authority announced that the primary runway of Heraklion International Airport (Crete) will be unavailable from Monday, 19 January 2026 until Monday, 26 January 2026 for refurbishment and safety‑related works.

During this period the airport will continue to operate using the secondary runway, but with restrictions: only aircraft with a maximum of 72 seats will

Minor Hotels has released its inaugural Travel Trends Report for 2026, titled “Travelling Deeper: A Search for Lasting Connection”. The study examines how modern travelers are redefining their journeys, looking for experiences that engage them emotionally, socially and spiritually.

Despite lingering economic uncertainty, 94 % of respondents say they will

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, recently placed at #17 in the 2025 World’s 50 Best Hotels, is ready to celebrate the holiday season with a series of curated experiences that blend luxury, local culture and seasonal gastronomy.

The resort, set on a 30‑hectare seafront estate with pine woods, private beaches and award‑winning restaurants, will showcase a new Christmas tree

The new Heraklion International Airport, situated in the Kastelli area of Crete, is approaching its final stage of construction. When it opens, the facility is expected to dramatically reshape Crete’s air‑traffic landscape and to rank among the most modern airports in the Mediterranean region.

TERNA’s chief executive Christos Panagiotopoulos and vice‑president Vangelis Masouras

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens has been placed at number 17 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025, reaffirming its position among the globe’s elite properties after first appearing on the list in 2023.

The ranking is compiled from the votes of 800 independent experts – hoteliers, travel journalists, educators and seasoned luxury travelers – who evaluate hotels worldwide.

On 4 November 2025, Avra – the signature bar of Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel in Athens – will host a special “Great Tuesday Club” event. The one‑night takeover coincides with the 15th edition of the Athens Bar Show and brings together six of the brand’s most acclaimed bars from around the globe.

Each participating venue will present two exclusive cocktails, showcasing the