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Tourism Stakeholders Gather in Greece to Support Development of Western Silk Road

Alexandroupolis hosted the 1st International UNWTO Western Silk Road Workshop, the first practical step of an initiative developed by the UNWTO and the European Commission.

Greece Participates in Ethics and Tourism Meet in Poland

Secretary General for Tourism Policy and Development Yiorgos Tziallas attended the 3rd International Congress on Ethics and Tourism, which took place in Poland.

Tourism Minister Kountoura Tours Eastern Macedonia – Thrace Region

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura recently visited Alexandroupolis, the island of Thassos and Kavala, where she met with local authorities and tourism professionals.

Condor Presents New Direct Thessaloniki – Frankfurt Route tο Greek Travel Agents

Thessaloniki travel agents were recently informed on Condor's new direct Thessaloniki – Frankfurt route by the airline's GSA in Greece & Cyprus, Discover the World.

Creta Maris Receives ‘Gold Customers Choice Award 2016’ from Apollo Travel

The Creta Maris Beach Resort was honored once again with the “Gold Customers Choice Award 2016” by Nordic tour operator Apollo Travel.

Costa Navarino to Host Weekend Event Dedicated to Pets

In an effort to raise awareness on the protection and care of stray animals, Costa Navarino will host a series of events dedicated to pets on May 19-21.

Sabre Names New Executives to Lead Travel Network and Airline Solutions

Sabre Corporation has named Wade Jones as executive vice president and president of Sabre Travel Network and Dave Shirk as executive vice president and president of Sabre Airline Solutions.

Fashion Gala at Karpenissi Across Country Club All About Giving

It was all glamor and glitz in the mountain town of Karpenissi during the 1st Across Country Club Hotel & Suites Charity Gala Fashion Show, which featured 10 models from the Athens-based Cristi Academy.

Minoan Lines Amends Itineraries Due to 24-hour Strike by Greek Seamen

Minoan Lines' itineraries on the domestic and Adriatic lines will be amended on May 1, due to a strike in Greece by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Association.

‘Kea Run 2017’ to Support Tourism and Local Community

The aim of the Kea Run 2017 running event is to promote the island as a tourism destination, while all proceeds will be donated to support the local health center.

Pioneering Greeks: Stavros Messinis, Founder of The Cube

This week the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces Stavros Messinis, founder of The Cube Athens, a co-working space, hosting technological teams to work on their projects.

Transport in Greece to be Affected by Strike on May 1

On the occasion of Labor Day, transport employees in Greece will participate in strikes and work stoppages on Monday, May 1.

Greek Banks ‘Warm Up’ to the Tourism Sector

The positive prospects for Greek tourism in 2017 were discussed between the Hellenic Banking Association and the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE).

1st Int’l Western Silk Road Workshop in Greece Paves Way for Synergies in Tourism

Representatives from 33 countries exchanged best practices on how to advance the contribution of tourism to sustainable development goals, during the 1st International Western Silk Road Workshop in Alexandroupolis, northeastern Greece.

Athens Mayor, City Groups Unite to Curb Crime

Aiming to find ways to tackle inner-city crime, Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis met with community groups, academics, police authorities and experts.

Alitalia: No Changes to Flight Schedule or Operations

Alitalia reiterates that a staff vote against the company’s turnaround plan has not impacted its current or future flight schedule.

Greek-Chinese Cooperation to Strengthen Cultural Tourism

China's Assistant Culture Minister Yu Qun informed TIF-Helexpo representatives that all the more Chinese tourists are seeking cultural destinations such as Greece.

Piraeus to Welcome New Built Cruise Ship Majestic Princess

The newly built cruise ship Majestic Princess of Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of Carnival Corp, will dock in Piraeus Port on Sunday, April 30.

Lufthansa Appoints Stefan Kreuzpaintner as EMEA Vice President of Sales

Lufthansa Group Airlines has appointed Dr. Stefan Kreuzpaintner as Vice President of Sales for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Spetses’ Locals and Visitors Embrace ‘4th Tweed Run’

Cyclists of all ages participated in the Tweed Run, a bicycle spring ride on Spetses, organized for the fourth time by the Poseidonion Grand Hotel.