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Athens Int’l Airport Bolsters Handling Capacity 

Athens International Airport (AIA) has boosted its handling capacity to 26 million passengers following an ongoing upgrade budgeted at 35 million euros.

No Sail for Rafina Ferries Due to Greek Seamen’s Strike 

Greece's Sailor Association (PENEN) announced on Tuesday a series of 24-hour “warning" strikes which will keep ferries docked at the port of Rafina. 

One in 10 New Hotels in Greece a Five-Star

Hospitality and accommodation in Greece is becoming better than ever with one in five new hotels offering five-star services.

Registration Open for WTM London 2017

The World Travel Market London, a leading global event for the travel industry, has opened registration for the WTM London 2017 to be held on November 6-8.

Attica’s Archaeological Sites, Museums to Remain Closed on July 29-30

Archaeological sites and museums in Attica will remain closed on July 29 and 30 due to a 48-hour strike called by Culture Ministry employees.

Fraport Greece Presents Ambitious Plans for Rhodes Airport

Fraport Greece presented its plans for the “Diagoras” Airport, during an event held on Rhodes in the presence of local authorities and tourism officials.

Huffington Post Italia Unveils ‘Six Reasons to Visit Alonissos’

Huffington Post Italia in a recent feature on Alonissos revealed six reasons why a traveler should visit the island and discover alternative Greece.

Emirates, Flydubai Announce Extensive Partnership

Emirates and flydubai announced an extensive partnership, which aims to provide customers with more travel options and accelerate growth for both airlines.

Atalanti Hills Tourism Project Gets Long-awaited Ministry Approval 

A stalled 1.3-billion-euro investment by Lokros Real Estate in the Atalanti area has received the approval of the tourism and environment ministries.

South Aegean Region Inspects Kos’ Businesses Affected by Earthquake

The South Aegean Region has assigned a special committee to record the damage on buildings and structures housing businesses on Kos.

Tourism Minister Says Greek Summer ‘Fully Booked’

Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said this week that she expects most destinations to be fully booked in the upcoming period.

Tourist Traffic to Ionian Isles on Upward Trend 

Tourist arrivals to the Ionian islands, including Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Corfu, grew by 12.1 percent in the first six months of 2017.

Ryanair Eyes Alitalia, Says it Made ‘Non-binding Offer’

Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair has made "a non-binding offer" for Italian airline Alitalia, the company said on Monday.

Kos’ ‘Casa Romana’ and Roman Odeon Reopen After Earthquake

Kos' "Casa Romana" monument and the Roman Odeon will reopen to the public, following the 6.6 magnitude earthquake that hit the island last week.

Denmark’s Royal Family on Holidays to Kos – Video

The Royal family of Denmark arrived on Kos to spend its summer vacations, a few hours after the 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit the island on Friday.

Amadeus Launches Microsite for its ‘Ticket Changer’ Solution

Amadeus has launched a microsite for its Amadeus Ticket Changer solution that helps travel agents manage all customer exchange and refund requests accurately in minutes.

Alternative Tourism Takes Center Stage at NOSTOS 2017

Alternative forms of tourism will be featured at the NOSTOS 2017, due to take place in the town of Nafpaktos between October 13 and 16, 2017.

New Faces: Sofia Matzourani, Business Development Manager at Aqua Vista Hotels

This week, the Greek Travel Pages (GTP) introduces Sofia Matzourani, the Business Development Manager at Aqua Vista Hotels.

Top Celebrities Featured in British Airways’ Flight Safety Film

Some of UK’s top celebrities, including Rowan Atkinson, Gordon Ramsay and Sir Ian McKellen are featured in British Airways’ new flight safety film.

Kountoura Says Kos Tourism Back on Track, Access to Island Reinstated

Tourism facilities on Kos are operating as normal and ferry access has been reinstated, the Ministry of Tourism announced.