The Greek Minister of Tourism, Olga Kefalogianni, has signed off on a decision to fund a €9.9 million investment project to enhance the Karpenisi Ski Resort. The funding includes the procurement of a ski lift, a mountain coaster system, a…
Henny Eman, the first Prime Minister of Aruba and a prominent political figure, has died at the age of 76. Serving from 1986 until 1989 and again from 1994 until 2001, Eman was a leader of the Aruba People’s Party…
The Irish hospitality and tourism sector faced significant challenges in 2024, including rising food and labor costs and a stable VAT rate of 13.5%. Despite a decrease in visitor volumes, international tourists spent more during their stay. The introduction of…
The Tyros diving park project in South Kynouria has successfully advanced with its integration into a state funding program aimed at tourism development. The local municipality has finalized the submission and is now awaiting decisions from relevant authorities on environmental…
Christmas parks across Greece are attracting thousands of visitors this holiday season, significantly contributing to local economies and tourism. George Zografos, a civil engineer and tourism planning expert, highlighted their success and impact on employment during festive periods. The success…
Fraport AG and its partners have been designated as the preferred investor for the 40-year concession of Kalamata International Airport, aiming to enhance its operations and accessibility. The investment plan includes an initial payment of €45 million and expected total…
Florina Mayor Vasilis Giannakis met with Elena Sokou, the Coordinator of the Prime Minister’s Office in Thessaloniki, to discuss ongoing municipal projects and future planning. The conversation also focused on issues related to de-lignification and the development of the tourism…
Nikos Androulakis, the president of the PASOK party, attended the Xenía 2024 exhibition, emphasizing tourism as a key growth pillar for the Greek economy. He highlighted the increase in tourist arrivals but noted that associated revenues are not meeting expectations….
At the 39th Philoxenia – Hotelia Exhibition, the Eastern Macedonia and Thrace Region promoted its tourism products, highlighting year-round attractions. The region’s booth featured presentations of significant tourist sites, fostering connections with tourism professionals. Notably, the Municipality of Didymoteicho was…
Greece has officially approved the establishment of an underwater park in the ‘Lemonopetra’ area of Ikaria. The park covers 163 acres and is managed by the municipality of Fournoi Korseon, which is responsible for safety and environmental protection. The park…
A meeting was held to discuss the development and flight attraction for the Central Greece Airport in Anghialos, emphasizing its integration into the wider tourism network. Key attendees, including Tessaly Tourism Deputy Governor Anastasia Adamopoulou, highlighted the significance of coordinated…
