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Τα αποτελέσματα των εκλογών του ΞΕΕ 2017

Μετά την ολοκλήρωση της ηλεκτρονικής διαδικασίας των εκλογών του Ξενοδοχειακού Επιμελητηρίου της Ελλάδος (ΞΕΕ), εκδόθηκε η ανακοίνωση των αποτελεσμάτων.

ELSTAT: Greece Sees Rise in 2016 Tourist Arrivals, Overnight Stays

Greece in 2016 saw a 2.7% increase in arrivals and a 4% rise in overnight stays in hotels, similar establishments and campsites, compared to 2015.

Greece’s Alpha Bank Sees Trend for Growth in 2017

The Greek economy is on a gradual path to recovery as economic indicators demonstrate an overall trend for growth, according to Alpha Bank.

Italy’s FS Takes Over Trainose Railway Officially on Sept. 14

The deal between Greek train operator Trainose and Italian railway group Ferrovie dello Stato (FS) Italiane will be finalized on September 14 on Corfu.

Greece Promoted as 365-day Tourism Destination at 82nd TIF

Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura presented Greece as a world-renowned 365-day destination at the 82nd Thessaloniki International Fair.

Thessaloniki Hoteliers Concerned About Airport Revamp Deadlines

The Thessaloniki Hotels Association (THA) is voicing concerns over the need and timing of upgrade works at the city’s Macedonia Airport and of the completion dates.

Cruise Travel to Greece Set for Better Days in 2018

Cruise travel to Greece is expected to pick up pace in 2018 following a slow year in 2017, according to pre-booking data presented at Seatrade Europe.

TIF-Helexpo Aims to Boost Int’l Image, Upgrade Thessaloniki Expo Center

Greece's national exhibition body TIF-Helexpo is aiming to boost its presence internationally and upgrade the existing exhibition facilities in Thessaloniki.

Ermionida Selected as Film Location for Sweden’s Survivor-like Reality TV Show

Ermionida, in the Argolis regional unit in the Peloponnese, has been selected as the film location of the hit reality TV show Eternal Glory Sweden.

Blue Flags Removed from 19 Greek Beaches

Nineteen Greek beaches that had been honored with the quality “Blue Flag” award in May were recently dropped from the 2017 list.

Gastronomy, Art and Travel on Autumn ‘Thessbrunch’ Menu

Thessbrunch, the culinary initiative of the Thessaloniki Hotels Association, continues in autumn with new dishes and dozens of flavor combinations.

Creta Maris Holds ‘Traditional Harvest Day’ on Crete

The Creta Maris Beach Resort on Crete recently held its “Traditional Harvest Day”, aiming to introduce its guests to the process of grape growing and wine making.

ANEK LINES Holds Bicycle Race to Celebrate 50th Anniversary

ANEK LINES recently held a bicycle race in Chania on Crete, in collaboration with the Talos Cycling Association, to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

Spain’s ‘La Razón’ Highlights Chios’ History and Link to Homer

Chios was recently highlighted in a double-page feature of Spanish newspaper "La Razón" for its eventful history and link with ancient poet Homer.

New Faces: George Semertzakis, Director of Sales at Kenshō Boutique Hotel & Suites

This week, the Greek Travel Pages (GTP) introduces George Semertzakis, the Director of Sales at Kensho Boutique Hotel & Suites.