Day: June 30, 2014 | GTP Headlines

Kefalogianni: Big Investments Coming To Greece

The investment department of the Greek Tourism Ministry is currently reviewing a series of major investment proposals, Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni said while presenting the new draft bill for tourism to a special parliamentary committee.

Posted On 30 Jun 2014

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Tourism Satellite Account To Launch In Greece

The Tourism Ministry and the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels will cooperate for the launch of a Tourism Satellite Account in Greece, according to Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.

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Greece Considered Too Expensive For Shooting Films

Greece's high VAT, the cost of filming at an archaeological site and all the red tape and paperwork involved, are the main reasons why major Hollywood productions are being filmed elsewhere.

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Tourists Leave Some 100 Million Euros In Tips In Greece

Foreign visitors leave some 100 million euros in tips every year to employees working in Greek hotels, restaurants and other services in the tourism sector, according to a new survey carried out by travel website Tripadvisor.

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Former Marathon Beach Hotel In Greece Reopens After Renovation, Name Change

The historic Marathon Beach Hotel in Nea Makri, East Attica, has reopened to guests after a nine-year closure, a renovation and a name change. The hotel's new name is Marathon Beach Resort.

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3rd Fava Festival To Open On Schinoussa Island In Greece

The Small Cyclades’ island of Schinoussa (Municipality of Naxos and Small Cyclades), is hosting its 3rd Annual Fava Festival on Monday 7 July.

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Travelport Signs New Global Distribution Agreement With United Airlines

Travelport recently announced a new long-term agreement with United Airlines, which will add to the availability of the carrier's best inventory and prices.

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Aldemar Offers Children From “The Smile of the Child” A 5-Day Holiday

Aldemar Group offered a five-day holiday, under the sun of the Peloponnese and full of fun and games in the sea and sand, to 24 children from the non-profit voluntary organization “The Smile of the Child.”

Posted On 30 Jun 2014

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Creta Maris Participates In EU Sustainable Energy Week With Bike Ride

The Creta Maris Beach Resort held a bike ride on 27 June in Hersonissos, on the occasion of EU Sustainable Energy Week 2014, and accompanied the solar vehicle "SUNNYCLIST Hybrid Human Solar Vehicles" on its rounds on Crete.

Posted On 30 Jun 2014

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