Crete’s Elafonissi secures title of best beach in the world
The famous beach of Elafonissi, on the southwestern tip of Crete, has been voted by Tripadvisor users as the best beach in the world, the online travel platform announced on Tuesday.
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January 19, 2025 Greece among top five destinations for Europeans
Greece ranks very high in the preferences of the major European markets from which the country attracts travelers; however, competition with Spain and other countries such as Portugal and Croatia is intensifying.
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January 12, 2025 Greece’s tourism hits record highs, offering optimism for 2025 despite hurdles
As 2024 concludes, Greece’s tourism sector celebrates record-breaking achievements while navigating pressing challenges.
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January 3, 2025 The new travel retreats addressing depression and grief
They combine outdoor pursuits and mental health support for anyone who wants to improve their wellbeing, with or without a diagnosis.
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November 12, 2024 Greece is a top pick for winter
European travelers are planning more trips within Europe this winter, and many of them to Greece. A large percentage of these travelers are young people who are now looking for different activities and experiences, avoiding saturated destinations and focusing on authenticity.
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CULTURE
November 12, 2024 Mayor Christos Veronis Has A Vision For Mykonos
By Vassilios Nicolaos Vitsilogiannis (IG: @vassiliosvitsilogiannis) Christos Veronis, the mayor of Mykonos, envisions a revitalized island that balances tourism with sustainable development. He aims to restore Mykonos’ reputation as a premier global destination by enhancing infrastructure, promoting cultural experiences and addressing challenges posed by over-tourism. His leadership focuses on community collaboration and modernizing the tourism […]
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November 3, 2024 Head for the slopes at Ice Mountain in Belgium
By Martin Banks The winter skiing season will soon be upon us so what better idea than to brush up on your skills on the slopes? Of course, many of us will be new to the wonders of skiing but, as they saying goes, it is never too late to learn. For those who want […]
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October 3, 2024 Skyros opts for tradition over tourism development
Skyros island’s local council has unanimously rejected a proposed urban development plan that includes expanding tourism infrastructure with marinas and cruise ship docks. The island’s residents voiced strong opposition, preferring to maintain their traditional lifestyle over large-scale tourism.
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September 24, 2024 Key new rules set to come info effect for European travellers
By Martin Banks The European Union is introducing two important changes for travel to Europe in a few weeks. These are: EU Entry/Exit System (EES), which is planned to launch on 10 November in 2024 and European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS), due in mid-2025. For those planning to travel later this year the […]
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TOURISM
September 20, 2024 New hotels aim to boost accommodation options at Brussels Airport
By Martin Banks Two new hotels have opened close to Brussels airport, helping meet increased demand from the travelling public. A relative lack of accommodation at, or close to, the national airport has sometimes been a cause of complaint from international air passengers. However, the twin openings hope to go some way to addressing such […]
