Airports and airlines report delays and missed flights as the EU’s Entry Exit System rollout causes disruption, prompting calls for greater operational flexibility....

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The EU’s new Entry/Exit System launches on March 30, changing border checks for non-EU travelers and requiring extra time at airports....

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Greece will raise the minimum wage to 920 euros from April 1, impacting 700,000 workers and increasing pay across the public and private sectors....

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Airports and airlines are urging the European Commission to review the Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES), warning that without urgent flexibility, passengers could face airport queues of up to four hours during the peak summer travel season....

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Thousands of European hotels have launched a collective legal action against Booking .com, seeking compensation after an EU court ruling found its parity clauses breached competition law....

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The Hellenic Hoteliers Federation is urging the Greek Foreign Ministry to reinforce consular services and reduce visa delays in emerging markets to support tourism growth and new air connectivity....

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Greece’s Council of State has issued an interim order halting construction works and suspending environmental approval for a hotel expansion project on Milos pending a court review....

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The EU outlined key priorities for its first unified tourism strategy, focusing on competitiveness, sustainability, workforce skills and better management of tourism pressures....

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Greece’s Environment Ministry advanced 11 initiatives in 2025 spanning marine protection, climate resilience, land-use regulation and energy policy, shaping the framework for sustainable development into 2026....

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Greece has approved two National Marine Parks in the Ionian Sea and the Southern Cyclades, strengthening marine protection while supporting a sustainable, quality-driven tourism model....

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Greece has increased the budget of its EU-funded tourism SME support program by €250 million, expanding approvals and strengthening investment, job creation and regional development....

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A new Special Urban Plan for Mykonos will impose strict building regulations to curb unregulated development, protect the island’s Cycladic character and ensure long-term sustainability for residents and visitors....

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Santorini’s proposed Special Urban Plan introduces strict new building limits, expanding protected zones and sharply reducing areas available for tourism and housing....

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G20 leaders recognize tourism as a key driver of economic growth and sustainability, committing to innovation, digitalization and inclusive opportunities....

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Greece is set to benefit from the EU’s new high-speed rail and sustainable transport package, unlocking major funding and modernization opportunities for the country’s rail infrastructure....

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EU unveils a transport package to cut travel times and boost high-speed rail and low-carbon fuels for aviation and shipping....

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