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Macron, French Companies Give Vote of Confidence to Greek Economy

Aiming to help strengthen EU member Greece to return to markets, President Emmanuel Macron invited French investors to show trust in the country.

UNWTO to Address Impacts of Hurricane Irma at Special Meeting

The UNWTO is conveying a special meeting to address the impacts of Hurricane Irma, on the occasion of its upcoming 22nd General Assembly.

Domestic Travel in Greece Shows Drop in 2016

Less Greeks traveled in their own country last year, according to data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).

Greece’s Ionia Motorway to Improve Access to New Tourist Destinations

The Ionia motorway, which connects the town of Ioannina via the western mainland coastline with Patra via the Rio-Antirrio bridge, has opened to motorists.

Santorini Mayor Slams Lidl, Company Apologizes

German supermarket chain Lidl apologized for removing the crosses off the packaging of a series of food items after Santorini Mayor sent a letter of complaint.

Greece Honored at ‘Star Awards 2017’ as Family Destination

Greece ranked second “Star Destination for Family Holidays” at the Star Awards 2017, organized by UK's “Travel Bulletin” magazine.

Thessaloniki Tourism Organization Launches Website in Chinese Language

In efforts to increase the flow of Chinese tourists, the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization recently launched the Chinese version of its official website.

Siemens to Upgrade Baggage Handling Systems at 13 Fraport-operated Airports in Greece

Siemens Postal, Parcel & Airport Logistics (SPPAL) will modernize the baggage handling systems of 13 out of the 14 regional airports operated by Fraport Greece.

Austrian Airlines Signs Wet Lease Agreement with Adria Airways

Austrian Airlines will start a wet lease agreement with Adria Airways, aiming to have reserve aircraft available to enable greater flexibility in flight planning.

Global Corporate Events Leader UNICEO Teams Up with ITB Asia

UNICEO, an industry leader for global corporate events, has inked a new partnership with ITB Asia to strengthen its presence in Asia for the 2017-2018 period.

Interview: Russian Athlete Coming to Greece to Live the “Santorini Experience”

Russian runner/swimmer Elena Klezovich in October will visit Greece as a sports tourist to take part in the “Santorini Experience” for the second time.

Hurricane Irma Causes Travel Disruption in the US

Air travel is expected to be affected in the US following official hurricane warnings issued for Florida by the National Hurricane Center late Thursday.