Tourism

Energy Efficiency Becomes Key to Future of Greece’s Tourism Sector

Greece’s tourism sector is at a turning point as it slowly moves away from mass tourism towards a new, more sustainable model. This shift is driven by the realities of the climate and energy crises and is supported by...

More Than Beaches: Greece Touts Its Green Mountains in New Tourism Push

"Greece is not just the endless blue; it is also the endless green." With these words, Deputy Minister of Tourism Anna Karamanli signaled a historic shift in the country's tourism model towards the mountains. "For many years, all roads to...

Greek Island of Sifnos Revives Ancient Beacon-Tower Communication System

Greek island of Sifnos is reviving one of its most distinctive links to antiquity through phryctoria, the ancient Greek beacon-tower communication system. The custom centers on the symbolic lighting of ancient tower sites across the island, recreating the visual communication...

Greek Island Set to Auction for Price of an Apartment

The Greek island of Makri, located in the Echinades complex in the Ionian Sea, was once marketed as a "crown jewel" for international investors. A few years ago, it was listed by high-end real estate agencies for a staggering...

American Airlines Launches Historic Nonstop Dallas-Athens Route

The inaugural flight of a highly anticipated direct service connecting the United States and Greece touched down at Athens International Airport (AIA), linking the Greek capital to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) for the first time. Operated by American Airlines as part...

Greece’s Airbnb Prices Surge 55% Amid Robust Summer Demand

Greece is positioned to hold a distinct advantage in the short-term rental market for the 2026 summer tourist season, with demand rising by 9.3% year-on-year, according to the latest data from AirDNA. Simultaneously, accommodation prices are soaring, with Greece...

The Ten Best Beaches on Rhodes, the Island of Knights

Rhodes, the largest Greek island of the Dodecanese archipelago, has lovely beaches that face the pine woods on the mountainsides, as well as a wealth of ancient ruins and beautiful historical buildings to explore. The idyllic island still has many...

Greece Ranks Among Top Global Cruise Destinations for American Seniors

Greece is increasingly attracting older affluent American cruise travelers, according to a new report by travel insurance provider SquareMouth. The study highlights the country’s growing appeal among high-spending, long-haul visitors who are driving demand for premium Mediterranean itineraries. SquareMouth’s 2026...

Conde Nast Traveller Names the 15 Best Greek Islands to Visit in 2026

Greece once again takes center stage in global travel as Conde Nast Traveller recently unveiled its list of the 15 best Greek islands to visit in 2026. The selection spans the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, and the North Aegean, spotlighting...

Middle East War Leads to Sharp Drop for Tourism in Cyprus

Tourist arrivals in Cyprus recorded a drop of 27.6% in April, compared to the same month of 2025, falling to 303,031 from 418,730, according to data published by the Statistical Service (CyStat) on Monday, with the war in the...

How Travelers Are Using AI to Plan Better Trips and Find Cheaper Flights

More than half of active U.S. travelers are now using artificial intelligence (AI) as part of their travel experience, according to new research on the tourism industry from Phocuswright. The company’s latest report, The AI Surge: Travel's Fastest Behavioral Shift...

Polyaigos: The Untouched Greek Island With Waters More Tropical Than the Caribbean

Polyaigos, the largest uninhabited Cycladic island of Greece, is one of the Aegean’s last remaining wild landscapes. Set between Kimolos and Milos, it is known for its turquoise waters, white-sand coves, sea caves, rare wildlife, and rugged coastline untouched...

15 Reasons to Visit the Island of Corfu in Greece

"Greece’s greenest island, Corfu, welcomes visitors with the sweet aroma of pine and lemon trees. In the mountainous interior, myrtle and bay bushes fight it out, while venerable olive groves descend to its beach-fringed coastline." That's how The Guardian...

Hidden Greek Island of Lipsi Offers a Slower Side of the Aegean

Lipsi, a small Greek island in the Dodecanese, is one of those perfect Aegean islands to visit in order to get away from stress and the daily routine of life. The French newspaper Le Figaro has recently spotlighted Lipsi in...