Destinations
Greece 2nd in World for Blue Flag-Awarded Beaches in 2019
A total of 534 Blue Flags were awarded to Greek beaches, marinas and sustainable tourism boating operations this year.
Activities
Beyond Sea & Sun: Greece Promotes Alternative Tourism
The words "Greek holiday" are coming to mean much more than sun, sea and ouzo, with the country well-placed to cater to nature-loving adventurers.
Ecotourism
Donoussa Becomes First Greek Island to Ban Single-Use Plastics
It is hoped that the initiative will be emulated by many other islands, helping put Greek tourism on a more sustainable footing.
Activities
The Budding Peach Blossom Festival of Veria
Every year the vast orchard that is the plain of Imathia bursts into color as thousands of peach trees blossom. Travelers are now invited to immerse themselves in the spectacle.
Ecotourism
Greek Resort Named Best Eco-Lodge in the World
The ‘Oscars of the travel industry', the World Travel Awards, recently revealed their global winners, naming a Greek lodge as the greenest on the planet.
CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
Athens to Host Int’l Congress on Greece and Cyprus Geoparks
The conference will promote the role of geoparks - unified areas of great geological and natural significance - in sustainable tourism development.
Ecotourism
Record Number of Greek Beaches Awarded Blue Flags in 2018
With a total of 535 Blue Flags, 519 of which are beaches, Greece seems the perfect place to swim in 2018.
Conventions
Two Greek Hotels Named Best on the Planet at World Travel Awards
The 'Oscars' of the travel industry, the World Travel Awards, announced their global winners on Sunday, with two titles going to Greek hotels.
