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Greek Hoteliers Call for Gov’t to Reconsider ‘Stayover Tax’ Before 2018

The Hellenic Federation of Hoteliers (POX) has requested for the government to more closely examine the impact a new levy will have on Greek accommodation.

Greece is Making Progress in Cruise Tourism, Kountoura Says

Cruise tourism is a government agenda priority, Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said while addressing a parliamentary plenary session.

ATOR: Russian Tourists Prefer Crete, Rhodes, Corfu

Russian travelers are selecting Crete, Corfu and Rhodes for their 2017 summer holidays, according to the Russian Association of Tour Operators (ATOR). 

Garbage Strike in Greece Comes to an End

Municipal sanitation collectors in Greece have called off a garbage strike that had lasted nearly two weeks and left mounds of trash throughout the country.

Astypalea Makes Headlines in German, Austrian Media

A feature on the island of Astypalea by dpa International was republished by German and Austrian media and reached millions of readers.

Travelotopos Welcomes Grecotel Hotels to its Network

Travelotopos is now the official booking engine for the extra services provided at Grecotel's 12 hotels and resorts around Greece.

‘Lufthansa Loves America’ and Launches Travel Contest in Athens

Lufthansa is inviting Athens' residents and visitors to pose in a retro Cadillac, participate in the “Lufthansa loves America!” contest and win tickets to North America.

V+O Group Launches New Travel and Destination Marketing Agency

The V+O Group has announced its entrance in the travel and destination marketing industry, with the launch of a new agency named MINDHAUS.

Celestyal Cruises’ Greek Summer Festival Hosts Popular Artists

As part of its Greek Summer Festival, Celestyal Cruises is hosting a series of concerts, parties and entertainment events onboard its cruise ships.

Local Products, Art, Music to be Featured in 6th Cretan Diet Festival

The city of Rethymno on Crete will host the 6th Cretan Diet Festival and feature the island's most popular products such as wine and olive oil.

Europe Congress Announces MeetingPlanners Russia 2017 MICE Forum

Europe Congress is organizing the "MeetingPlanners Russia 2017" event, aiming to establish synergies between Russian CIS and Asian buyers and suppliers.

Outgoing WTTC Chief: Travel & Tourism More Resilient than Ever

Outgoing World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) President & CEO David Scowsill sets out what he sees are the trends shaping the future of Travel & Tourism.