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TUI Chief Says Longer Season, Improved Infrastructure Key to Greece’s Tourism Growth

Extending the season and creating substantial infrastructure are key to maintaining the momentum in Greek tourism, TUI Group CEO Friedrich Joussen said.

6.1 Earthquake Hits South of Lesvos in Greece

An earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale hit southwest of the eastern Aegean island of Lesvos on Monday, June 12.

Greece’s Investor Visa Pays Off, Boosts State Coffers by €1bn

Greece’s investor visa program is paying off, boosting state coffers by approximately 1 billion euros, Deputy Economy Minister Stergios Pitsiorlas said.

Popular Greece Tourist Spots on Taxman’s Agenda

Businesses, including beach bars, cafes, restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues at popular Greek destinations have come under the scrutiny of tax officials.

Greece Included in EU’s IdEATE Project for Tourism Training

Greece was introduced to the IdEATE project that aims to improve the skills of tourism workers and thus increase the competitiveness of enterprises in Europe.

Athens Mayor Kaminis in Kassel for documenta 14 Opening

Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis described the "documenta 14" as the "Olympic Games of contemporary art” during the opening of the show in Kassel, Germany.

Thessaloniki’s Les Lazaristes Hotel to Reopen Under New Name

The Thessaloniki-based five-star hotel formerly known as Les Lazaristes has gone under new management and will open its doors on June 22 under a new name.

Hellenic Seaways Invites Passengers to ‘Live the Lucky Journey’ and Win Two Cars

Greek coastal ferry operator Hellenic Seaways is giving away two cars to passengers that take part in its "Live the Lucky Journey" competition.

Sani Festival Celebrates 25 Years, Hosts International Jazz Artists

The Sani Festival is celebrating 25 years and from July 8 to August 19 will host some of the most renowned artists of the international jazz scene.

Celestyal Olympia ‘Stars’ in Music Video

Celestyal Cruises recently hosted the Greek urban pop band “REC” on board the "Olympia" cruise ship to shoot the summer scenes of its new video clip.

Qatar Airways Announces 10.4% Revenue Increase in 2016/17 Annual Report

Qatar Airways' annual report for the fiscal year 2017 reveals a 21.7% year-on-year net profit increase and also shows an annual revenue rise of 10.4%.

Delos’ Archaeological Museum to Remain Closed in June

The Archaeological Museum of the island of Delos in the Cyclades will remain closed until the end of June due to extraordinary repair works.

Cycling Race to be Held in Memory of WWII Distomo Massacre Victims

Distomo in central Greece will host the 1st “Distomo Cycling Race of Memory”, dedicated to the victims of the massacre, conducted by Nazi forces occupying Greece during World War II.