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Greek hotels report record 78.5% occupancy and 3.5% increase in room rates in June 2025, highlighting Greece’s booming tourism industry and travel appeal.
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Discover Tella Thera, a new luxury eco-resort in Kissamos Bay, Crete, blending nature-inspired design, zero-waste dining, and wellness with island adventure.
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UAE travelers seek cool escapes in Paris, Maldives, Phuket, Austria, and Istanbul with rising demand for late summer city breaks and last-minute getaways.
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Tourists in Greece face £300 roaming charges from accidental connections to Albanian networks near Corfu. Learn how to avoid unexpected phone bills.
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UK updates travel advisory for Greece, Italy, France, and others as new Schengen rules take effect Oct 2025. Check passport & visa rules to avoid travel issues.
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Greece sets air travel record with 5.3M airline seats in August 2025, driven by UK, US, Italy, and Israel. Key hubs Athens & Thessaloniki lead Mediterranean growth.
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Athens braces for 10 million tourists in 2025 as historic Plaka faces overcrowding, rising rents and short‑term rental freeze to protect residents and heritage.
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Greece leads Mediterranean air travel growth in August 2025 with 5.3M airline seats, fueled by surging demand from UK, US, Italy, Germany, and more.
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Saudi Arabia’s Aroya Cruises makes a historic Mediterranean debut, offering culturally rich itineraries to Greece, Turkey, and Egypt, aligned with Vision 2030.
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Channel 5 and Snapchat use AR to explore the Seven Wonders, transforming travel education with immersive virtual tourism through ancient history.
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Discover Amangati, Aman at Sea’s new luxury yacht launching in 2027. Explore private Mediterranean charters blending world-class service, design, and eco-conscious cruising.
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Discover how Athens is tackling overtourism in Plaka, the ancient district under the Acropolis, with sustainable tourism efforts to protect local culture and heritage.
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Greece expands its shipping fleet by 42% since 2015, commanding 20% of global capacity. A leader in maritime tourism, sustainability, and economic growth.
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UK travelers heading to Europe in 2026 will face biometric checks, passport stamps, and a €20 ETIAS fee under new EU entry rules. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Greece imposes seasonal €20 per‑passenger cruise tax for Santorini/Mykonos amid overtourism. Charges apply July–Sept; refunds if passengers stay onboard.
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Zeus International expands in Greece by acquiring Eretria Hotel & Spa Resort in Evia, transforming it into a premier luxury retreat for global travelers.
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Starting October 12, UK travelers visiting France, Italy, Spain, and other Schengen countries must submit biometric data under new EU border security rules.
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Dusit International and SYDEL launch Dusit France, blending Thai hospitality with French luxury to redefine premium travel experiences across iconic French destinations.
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Wyndham Hotels grows to over 720 properties in EMEA with 60+ new openings in 2025, boosting tourism and local economies across Europe, the Middle East, and India.
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Greece and Türkiye face severe wildfires. Get expert travel safety tips, wildfire alerts, and insurance advice for a safe Mediterranean summer holiday.
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Crete faces extreme wildfire danger as blazes threaten top tourist areas. Travelers urged to follow emergency safety alerts and fire bans across Greece.
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Explore top rainy destinations to visit in August 2025—from Kyoto and Kerala to Norway and Costa Rica. Discover monsoon magic, culture, and off-season travel charm.
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Greece launches new cruise disembarkation fees on islands like Santorini and Mykonos to manage overtourism, protect infrastructure, and promote sustainability.
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Greece, Italy, and Mexico implement new cruise disembarkation fees to reduce overcrowding, protect local cultures, and fund sustainable tourism infrastructure.
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Greece introduces a €20 cruise tax on Santorini and Mykonos starting July 2025 to combat overtourism and fund sustainable infrastructure improvements.
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New UK passport rules affect travel to EU nations. Learn about Schengen entry requirements, valid passport dates, and tips to avoid border issues.
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Sixteen new cruise ships will debut in 2026, featuring hydrogen power, luxury yachts, and eco-conscious innovations across the Caribbean and Mediterranean.
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Greece unveils the ‘All Aboard Greece’ campaign to spotlight cruise tourism’s economic impact and sustainability goals, promoting responsible development.
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Greece sees record long-haul travel interest from India, US, and Australia. Tourists stay longer, spend more, and seek cultural and nature-rich experiences.
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Global tourism declines in Q2 2025 as economic instability and safety issues hit major destinations like Thailand, Spain, Japan, and Brazil.
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Beaches in the US, Australia, Thailand, Greece, and Sri Lanka are suffering from pollution. Learn what American and Canadian travelers must know before visiting.
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Mitsis Group unveils Club 8 in Faliraki, Rhodes—an upscale luxury pool club with cabanas, gourmet dining, and entertainment, redefining island tourism.
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Nammos Hotels & Resorts announces major global expansion with new luxury beach resorts in Mykonos, Saudi Arabia, the Maldives & UAE under CEO Carolyn Turnbull.
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Mitsis unveils Club 8 in Faliraki, Rhodes, combining luxury, gastronomy, and music with a stunning pool club concept to elevate Greece’s premium tourism scene.
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Starting late 2026, travelers from the U.S., UK, Canada, India & more will pay €20 for ETIAS to enter Europe. Learn what’s changing and how to plan ahead.
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In 2025, global travel is facing a new kind of shift — not driven by flight availability or visa rules, but by a surge in tourist taxes that is reshaping affordability for travelers. Countries traditionally considered budget-friendly — including the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Mexico, Italy, France, Spain, Germany, and Greece — are now layering […]
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Greece enforces cruise disembarkation fees in Santorini, Mykonos, and other islands to curb overtourism and support local infrastructure.
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Greece ranks as Europe’s top travel destination for 2025, outperforming Spain, Italy, and France with year-round appeal, strong loyalty, and sustainable tourism growth.
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From October 2025, UK travelers must pay a £17 ETIAS fee and provide biometric data to enter Europe as the EU introduces new security systems and travel rules.
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UK travellers must pay £17 and submit biometric data for EU visits from October 2025, as the new ETIAS and EES systems roll out across Europe.
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Egypt’s tourism soars in 2025 with a 26% surge, driven by strategic investments, global partnerships, and innovation, placing it among top global destinations.
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Canada, US, and UK issue updated travel advisories for Europe, urging caution in Spain, Italy, France, Germany, and more amid rising unrest and petty crimes.
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Cyprus drives Mediterranean tourism surge in 2025 with 11.5% growth. Greece, Turkey, and Jordan also thrive, while Israel and Egypt face challenges.
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Schengen countries ease visa rules in 2025, offering multi-entry access to key nations including India and Turkey, boosting tourism arrivals by over 18% in Europe.
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Greece proposes single EU tourist visa to simplify travel for India, China, and more—support grows across Italy, France to boost Europe’s tourism sector.
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Schengen countries ease visa rules, boost tourism with multi-entry visas for India, Turkey, and 13 nations. Visitor arrivals up 18% in 2025.
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Greece, Spain, Italy, and Portugal champion voluntourism, attracting travelers eager to make a positive impact through wildlife conservation and community service.
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Aegean Airlines to start direct flights from Athens to New Delhi and Mumbai in 2026 using Airbus A321XLR, boosting Europe–India connectivity and tourism.
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Facing a worsening drought, Serifos Island enforces strict fines and water restrictions to safeguard resources, urging residents and tourists to conserve water.
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Etihad Airways and SKY express launch a codeshare partnership, connecting global travelers to 24 Greek islands via Athens with one-ticket travel and seamless service.
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