Unseen Greece: Strategic Development Conference for Promoting Untapped Destinations

A unique opportunity for discussion and exchange of best practices around the strategy to highlight and strengthen lesser-known destinations in Greece will be offered by the ‘Unseen Greece: Strategic Development Conference for Strengthening Untapped Destinations’, which will take place under the auspices of the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Rural Development and Food, the Ministry of Environment and Energy, the Ministry of Tourism, and the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) at the ‘Miltiades Evert’ amphitheater in Athens Technopolis on Monday, June 23, 2025. This pioneering meeting of stakeholders, destination representatives, and tourism professionals aims to uncover innovative methods of tourism development and attract visitors to emerging destinations through showcasing best practices and successful case studies from various regions of Greece. The event will feature representatives from Regions, Municipalities, Tourist Boards, and relevant sectors nationwide. The conference will consist of four thematic panels covering the development of Greek rural areas, from mountainous and semi-mountainous masses and inland areas to border and remote islands. Topics include effective management and protection of natural resources like forests, beaches, and rivers to promote tourism; preserving and promoting local culture and history to boost tourist interest; analyzing the role of real estate markets in regional economic and tourism growth; offering free properties for family relocation from urban centers to enhance population and economic activity; and improving infrastructure such as roads, communications, and developing new tourism products and services. The conference offers a rich program of discussions and presentations, inviting you to participate in shaping a dynamic dialogue on the present and future of sustainable tourism in Greece. Attendance is free with registration on the official conference website.