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Aristotle’s Tomb Comes to Light?

Greece may be commemorating 2,400 years since Aristotle’s birth but it seems there’s more to celebrate as a Greek archaeologist revealed recently that he had found the great philosopher’s tomb.

Free Wi-Fi at Popular Archaeological Sites, Museums in Greece

Free WiFi will be available at 20 popular archaeological sites and museums in Greece, following an agreement announced between the Greek telecommunications provider OTE Group and the Culture and Sport Ministry.

Parnassos Ski Center Set for Revamp

Plans to direct financial backing from the so-called Juncker Plan to the upgrade of the Parnassos Ski Center topped the agenda of Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura’s meeting with mayors of the region.

Amadeus Report: ‘Luxury Travel’ Outpaces the Rest of the Travel Industry

Consumers’ desire for life experiences is spurring a growth in luxury travel that is outpacing the rest of the travel industry, finds a new Amadeus report featuring data from Tourism Economics.

Hilton Athens Promises ‘Sea Breeze’ Right in the City Center

As the heat starts to kick in and a cool dip in the water is a must, the Hilton Athens hotel has the perfect suggestion for a small "getaway" right in the center of the Greek capital.

Aegean Sees Higher Consolidated Revenue in 1st Quarter 2016 Results

Aegean announced key financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2016 with consolidated revenue at 147.9 million euros, seven percent higher compared to the first quarter of 2015.

GEPOET: Greek Tourism Enterprises Federation Announces New Board

The General Panhellenic Federation of Tourism Enterprises (GEPOET) recently announced its new Board of Directors, which includes a strong representation of local unions of travel agencies and tourist coach companies from destinations such as Crete, Corfu, Macedonia-Thrace,...

Summer Dose of Culture as Athens Festival Readies to Kick Off

The annual Athens Festival and its “cultural counterpart”, the Epidaurus Festival, are off to a fresh start this year with a new director and some 80 productions for all tastes to hit the stage come June.

Durex: Digital Distractions ‘Shrink’ Holiday Sex Drive

If you want to have sex while on holiday then turn off your technology… this is what a recent study by Durex found before the company launched its fascinating #DoNotDisturb campaign.

Pioneering Greeks – tradeNOW, the First Greek Barter Trade Platform

This week the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces tradeNOW, the first Greek barter trade platform for products, services and real estate. The platform invites individuals and companies to use a contemporary version of the ancient practice of trading goods or services without...