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US Airlines Up in Arms Over Emirates NY Flights Via Athens

Three US airlines are calling on new President Donald Trump to stop Emirates' decision to offer a daily year-round flight from Dubai to New York via Athens.

Greece to Upgrade Tourism Education

Plans to upgrade the level of tourism education in Greece were made public by the Tourism Ministry.

Israeli Travelers ‘Loving’ Greece, Planning Trips

All the more travelers from Israel are keen on visiting Greece, bringing figures up to 1.2 million in the last three years, Israeli media reports said.

SWOT Announces New Cooperation with Andros Holiday Hotel

Simple Way of Tourism (SWOT) has announced a new cooperation with the Andros Holiday hotel in the field of sales promotion.

Electra Hotels & Resorts Announces Staff Additions

Electra Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of three new team members, aiming to further strengthen the group’s position in the Greek hotel market.

CEST2017: Extension of Deadline for Abstract Submission

The deadline of abstract submission for CEST2017 has been extended up to January 31 in response to numerous requests and due to increased interest.

Tourism Awards 2017: Meet the Judges!

The experts that will form the judging committee for the Tourism Awards 2017 have been revealed by the event's organizers.

Eurostat: Tourism Nights Spent in Greece Rise in 2016

The number of nights spent in tourist accommodation establishments in Greece in 2016 is expected to have reached some 99,8 million, up by 1.2 percent compared to 2015.

Greek Island Mayors Facing Refugee Inflows Call on PM to Take Action

The mayors of five Greek islands subjected to massive inflows of refugees urged Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras to take immediate action.

S. Aegean Governor Calls for Pilot Visa Plan to ‘Save’ Refugee-hit Isles

South Aegean Region Governor George Hadjimarkos has called for a pilot visa scheme that will allow residents from Iran, Russia and Turkey to travel to the Eastern Aegean islands.

Greece’s Alternative Tourism Choices Draw Attention at Matka 2017 Expo

The stand of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) attracted a large crowd at the Matka Nordic Travel Fair that recently ran in Helsinki, Finland.

HotelBrain Promises the Best at ‘Absolut Mykonos Suites & More’

Five-star service and cutting-edge design is now on offer at HotelBrain's new pride and joy: the "Absolut Mykonos Suites & More".

Sabre Helps Emirates Enhance Traveller Experience

Sabre is supporting Emirates with technology that personalises the travel experience for consumers by enabling them to purchase a range of customised fares.

Sofitel Athens Airport Once Again Awarded for Guest Reviews on Booking.com

Sofitel Athens Airport has been honored with the Guest Review Award 2016 from Booking.com for achieving top review scores for its hospitality services.

Greek Tourism Professionals Get Ready for B2B Travel Event in Thessaloniki

Greek tourism professionals will promote their services to foreign travel agents and tour operators at the 6th B2B Travel Event in Thessaloniki.

Turkish Airlines Adds 51st African Route

Star Alliance carrier Turkish Airlines is to launch its 51st African route in late January, with a two times-weekly service to Conakry.

Larissa Artfools Film Fest Getting Ready for Action

It’s time again for the International Film Festival of Larissa/Artfools set to take place in the central Greece city on February 28-March 5.

Emirates to Launch Daily Year-round Athens – New York Flights

Emirates announced that it will launch a new daily service from Dubai to Newark Liberty International Airport, via Athens, starting on March 12.

Athens Nominated for ‘Best European Destination 2017’

Athens, Greece, is competing against 20 cities in Europe for the title of "European Best Destination 2017". Cast your vote!

Trump & Tourism: The Impact on Greece

Greek tourism experts expect that newly-elected US President Donald Trump’s policies once put in place will have a positive impact on sector figures.