Greece News
JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa: A New Landmark in Greek Luxury Hospitality
Marriott International, Inc. has partnered with Vasilakis SA to introduce the JW Marriott brand to Greece with the upcoming JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, set to open in 2025. Spanning 100 acres of coastal beauty, the resort, managed by SWOT Hospitality, promises a luxurious escape coupled with exceptional service and holistic well-being experiences.
Athens Crowned Europe’s Top City-Break Destination at World Travel Awards 2024
Athens has clinched a prestigious title in the tourism realm, emerging as Europe’s Leading City-break Destination at the World Travel Awards 2024.
Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes Announces Grand 2024 Re-Opening
Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes, Curio Collection by Hilton is re-opening its doors on 28 April 2024, accompanied by the unveiling of an ambitious environmental restoration project, the Bee Revived initiative.
GNTO to host 84 co-exhibitors in the Greek pavilion at ITB Berlin 2024
A Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) delegation headed by the organisation’s secretary general, Dimitris Fragakis, is to depart for Berlin on Tuesday, March 5 to take part in the tourism exhibition ITB Berlin 2024 (5-7 March).
Mark Warner Launches Wingsurfing and Wingfoiling Courses for 2024 at Aeolian Village Beach Resort
New for 2024, active beach holiday specialists Mark Warner (www.markwarner.co.uk, 0845 322 5037) is offering a range of exciting introductory wingsurfing and wingfoiling courses at their newest property, Aeolian Village Beach Resort in Lesvos. Offering an easy way to get out on the water, wingsurfing and wingfoiling are the latest must-try activities for watersports-lovers of all levels.
Air Arabia launches services to Athens
Air Arabia has launched its newest route connecting Sharjah with Athens, the capital of Greece
Zeus International Hotels and Resorts Expands its European Presence with Significant Acquisitions
Zeus International Hotels and Resorts has acquired two hotels, in Milan and Thessaloniki, as well as an office block in Athens in one of the portfolio’s largest acquisitions to date. This strategic announcement is part of the group’s ongoing expansion into privately owned hotels in Greece and Europe, as well as managing properties under long-term lease or with third-party owners, thereby demonstrating its commitment to improving asset performance.
Villa Select Launches Crete Villas
Villa Select launches its first ever collection of Crete villas with nine beautiful private-pool properties in the north of the Island - in the resorts of Rethymnon, Hersonissos, Prines, Armeni and Elounda. The beautiful new Crete collection is available for agents to book now, for stays in April 2024, through to end October starting from just £657* per week.
Hard Rock International Breaks Ground on Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens
Hard Rock International, GEK TERNA Group and the Athens community celebrated the groundbreaking of the luxury resort and Casino in the heart of the Athens Rivera.
One&Only Aesthesis, Now Open in Athens
A glamorous coastal destination revives the mid-century style of the Athenian Riviera
2024 is the year to embrace the allure of the island of Milos and the majesty of the Olympus Riviera
“2024 is the year to embrace the allure of the island of Milos and the majesty of the Olympus Riviera – two new gems that will be added to the Olympic Holidays portfolio” comments Michael Vinales, MD Olympic Holidays. “
Marriott’s Luxury Collection Expands to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands with Patmos Aktis Renovation
Marriott International has signed an agreement to introduce The Luxury Collection to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands through the renovation of Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa. Expected to open in the summer of 2024, Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece will be the exclusive luxury resort on Patmos Island, known for its serene landscapes and spiritual ambiance.