Tourist Spending in Greece Rises Sharply in Early 2025
A total of 339,484 U.S. visitors injected 325.45 million euros into the Greek economy, averaging an impressive 958.66 euros per person
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Greece Climbs to 15th in Global Tourism with 36 Million Visitors
Greece Climbs to 15th in Global Tourism with 36 Million Visitors
This marks a 106% recovery from pre-pandemic levels, outpacing the European average. In just one year, Greece jumped from 13th to 9th globally in tourist arrivals.
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Santorini is safe and fully prepared to welcome travelers from around the globe
Santorini is safe and fully prepared to welcome travelers from around the globe
“Santorini is returning to normalcy. It remains a safe and hospitable destination, and through effective management, we are moving forward into another dynamic tourism season,” she said during the event held at the Acropolis Museum in Athens.
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Greece’s sector is off to a roaring start this year, revealing a striking increase in visitors
Greece’s sector is off to a roaring start this year, revealing a striking increase in visitors
German tourists led the pack in numbers, flocking to Greece’s sunlit shores and historic sites. American visitors proved the biggest spenders, pouring €40.9 million into the economy—€5.4 million more than their German counterparts. The strong showing from these key markets underscores Greece’s enduring appeal as a top global destination.
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Greece Greenlights 1.2 Billion Euro Tourism Investments in Evia, Peloponnese, and Western Greece
Greece Greenlights 1.2 Billion Euro Tourism Investments in Evia, Peloponnese, and Western Greece
The decision came after a meeting of the Interministerial Committee for Strategic Investments, led by Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos. The meeting also included Energy Minister Theodoros Skylakakis, Culture Minister Lina Mendoni, State Minister Makis Voridis, and Deputy Minister of National Economy and Finance Nikos Papathanasis.
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Tourism: green light for three strategic investments of €1.2 billion
Tourism: green light for three strategic investments of €1.2 billion
They concern the development of high-end tourism by Hydra Rock in Ermionida, GH Hotel in Evia and Astakos Terminal in Aitoloakarnania - They will receive the incentives of fast-track licensing and Special Spatial Development Plans for Strategic Investments
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New 11-Month High for Greece with 35M Tourist Arrivals in 2024
New 11-Month High for Greece with 35M Tourist Arrivals in 2024
Inbound travelers to Greece boosted tourism-related revenues to 21.27 billion euros in the Jan.-Nov. 2024 period.
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Minister: Tourism Revenues in Greece to Hit €22 Billion in 2024
Minister: Tourism Revenues in Greece to Hit €22 Billion in 2024
Kefalogianni highlighted the robust growth of the Greek tourism industry and its critical contribution to the Greek economy and said the data reflected the sector’s strong dynamic.
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Tourism: Karpathos among the 10 most interesting places in the world for holidays in 2025
Tourism: Karpathos among the 10 most interesting places in the world for holidays in 2025
With its stunning beaches and spectacular mountain scenery, the island has escaped the clutches of mass tourism, says Today Magazine
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Tourism Revenues Drop 1.8% in Greece Despite Rise in Arrivals
Tourism Revenues Drop 1.8% in Greece Despite Rise in Arrivals
Tourism experts attribute this decline in revenues to several factors, including, first of all, the fact that tourists spend less on non-hotel-related expenses as noted by restaurant owners in tourist areas.
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Greece Positioned to Become Top Luxury Travel Destination
Greece Positioned to Become Top Luxury Travel Destination
Greece is on track to become a leading luxury travel destination, thanks to its rich natural and cultural heritage, according to Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.
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Greek Prime Minister Dismisses Overtourism Fears, Pushes for Off-Peak Growth
Greek Prime Minister Dismisses Overtourism Fears, Pushes for Off-Peak Growth
Mitsotakis said his priority is “boosting revenue” and “breaking revenue records” and is focused on “tourism’s overall impact on the country’s development.”
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Almost 11 billion euros flowed into Greece from tourism up until July
Almost 11 billion euros flowed into Greece from tourism up until July
In January - July 2024, the current account deficit increased by 1.3 billion euros year-on-year and stood at 8.6 billion euros according to Bank of Greece.
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Tourism: Norwegians “Vote” for Greece in 2024 – The Secret and Timeless Destinations
Tourism: Norwegians “Vote” for Greece in 2024 – The Secret and Timeless Destinations
Lefkada with its stunning beaches, Alonissos with its untouched natural environment, and hospitable Karpathos with its dramatic landscape variations are the top three on the list
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Almost 11 billion euros flowed into Greece from tourism up until July
Almost 11 billion euros flowed into Greece from tourism up until July
Higher tourist arrivals helped drive up Greece's services balance surplus in the first seven months of 2024, according to figures for the balance of payments in January-July 2024 released by the Bank of Greece on Friday.
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Record-Breaking Tourism Growth for Greek Islands in 2024
Record-Breaking Tourism Growth for Greek Islands in 2024
In an impressive turn of events for Greece’s tourism sector in 2024, international air arrivals reached unprecedented levels, marking a significant increase from the previous year.
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Santorini Tourism Row: Tour Operator Denies Overcrowding Claims
Santorini Tourism Row: Tour Operator Denies Overcrowding Claims
However, long-term resident and tour operator Gianluca Chimenti has dismissed the notion of overtourism, arguing that the island is currently experiencing its worst season ever. He claims hotel occupancy rates are below 30 percent and that social media images misrepresent the situation.
