Athens News
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.
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
MANDARIN ORIENTAL, ATHENS: A NEW LANDMARK ON THE ATHENIAN COASTLINE
Mandarin Oriental is pleased to announce the development of a new hotel and accompanying residences in Athens. Mandarin Oriental, Athens will be located on the shoreline of the city and just a 15-minute drive from the centre.
Dusit Hotels and Resorts makes its grand debut in Europe
The first Dusit-branded property in Europe features 36 elegant rooms in one of the most spacious upscale properties in Glyfada, an affluent Athens suburb renowned for its stunning beaches, upscale shops, and vibrant nightlife.
Greece Now Bets on Winter Tourism
Greece plans to extend the tourist season beyond October to November and, under certain conditions, to the rest of the winter months in order to lure Northern Europeans to the country.
Ryanair announces winter shutdown of Athens base
Ryanair has announced it will close its base in Athens for the winter, blaming a “dysfunctional” charging regime by the airport operator. In a statement, Ryanair said: “Athens Airport is a prime example of how the Greek government and German high-cost ownership is failing to deliver.