IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of two new properties on the stunning island of Crete, Greece. The Chania Hotel Crete, Vignette Collection, and Kimpton La Mer Crete will be IHG’s first properties under their respective brands […]
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Accor has announced the signing of Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota, marking the brand’s highly anticipated entry into Greece. The resort, scheduled to open in Spring 2025, will be operated by Pitoulis S.A., a prominent name in Greek hospitality.
Greek airline Sky Express celebrated a milestone on November 12, 2024, with the launch of its first direct flight from Athens to Istanbul. This new daily service connects the capitals of Greece and Turkey, strengthening ties between the two
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Greek mussel farming industry has been severely impacted by extreme heat this summer, with nearly all mussels dying off in what experts call a catastrophic loss. The recent heatwave has forced many Greek taverns to remove mussel dishes from
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Greece has introduced an advanced AI-powered travel assistant named Pythia, according to a press release dated September 3. Developed with GuideGeek AI technology from the U.S.-based Matador Network, Pythia is now available on DiscoverGreece.com and through WhatsApp, offering a
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced a series of new measures in response to the significant surge in visitor numbers, which has placed a strain on local infrastructure and the environment. The Greek government’s broader strategy to manage
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The ongoing extreme heat in Greece continues to disrupt the summer tourist season, leading to another unexpected negative consequence. According to The Independent, tourists planning to vacation in Greece this summer have been warned about a surge in cases
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Greece’s Ministry of Culture has ordered the closure of the famous Acropolis in Athens for several hours during the hottest part of the day due to the country’s ongoing heatwave. Meteorologists have predicted that hot air from Africa will
Meliá Hotels International expands its presence in Greece with the exciting debut of its INNSiDE by Meliá brand on the island of Crete. This signing marks a significant step forward for lifestyle travel in Greece, introducing a fresh concept
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As summer kicks off, scorching heat is already jeopardizing vacations in some popular tourist destinations. In Greece, authorities have begun closing popular tourist sites, including the famous Acropolis in Athens. Meanwhile, the Greek island of Rhodes is facing extreme
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Greece has announced the closure of tourist sites and schools in Athens due to the first summer heatwave, Sky News reports. Temperatures are forecasted to reach a maximum of 43°C (109.4°F) in some parts of Greece on Wednesday and
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International hotel collection Brown Hotels is pleased to announce that its six Greek beachside resorts and hotels will welcome guests for the spring and summer season starting from the Mid-April. The properties reopening are the five-star resorts, including Isla
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In response to the ongoing housing crisis, Greece has announced significant amendments to its Golden Visa Program, aiming to strike a balance between attracting foreign investment and addressing domestic housing needs. The Minister of Finance, Kostis Hatzidakis, unveiled the
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Marriott International and Vasilakis SA will bring the JW Marriott brand to Greece. Anticipated to open in 2025, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa will span 100 acres of coastal beauty and will be a haven for travelers who
In 2024, Greece is set to unveil one of its most extravagant resorts on Scorpios Island in history, with a price tag to match. A week-long stay at the VIP Exclusive Club will set you back a staggering $1
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