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Fraport: Airport Upgrade Projects in Greece Proceeding as Scheduled

Transport company Fraport has informed that infrastructure upgrades at the 14 Greek airports it manages will begin this autumn.

WTTC Aims to Support Destinations Impacted by Hurricane Irma

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is aiming to extend its full support to all destinations impacted by Hurricane Irma.

European Parliament OKs Funding for Free EU-wide WiFi

Free WiFi for all is set to hit the EU in 2018 after the European Parliament approved to release 120 million euros in funding for the WiFi4EU project.

Work Stoppages to Disrupt Athens Transport on Sept. 14

Workers in Athens transport have announced that they will hold a work stoppage on Thursday, September 14, from 9 pm until the end of services.

October Launch for Greek Public Transport Ticket Scanning Gate System

As of October, commuters in Athens will have to run e-tickets or smart cards by a barcode scanner when traveling on the city’s public transport.

World Food Travel Association Introduced to Greek Market

Aiming to move toward closer ties with Europe, the World Food Travel Association (WFTA) on Tuesday held an event in Athens, Greece.

Over 1,300 delegates Attend 22nd UNWTO General Assembly in Chengdu, China

More than 1,300 delegates from over 130 countries attended the opening of the 22nd session of the UNWTO General Assembly in Chengdu, China, on September 13.

Increased Number of Hosted Buyers, Exhibitors to Attend NOSTOS 2017 Expo

Greece’s alternative forms of tourism will be in the spotlight at the NOSTOS 2017 exhibition that will take place in Nafpaktos during October 13-16.

Aria Hotels Expands Presence on Crete

Aria Hotels has added another luxury property to its portfolio on Crete, the Astraia Residence located in the Old City of Chania.

Hotelising Partners with ‘smart AIR deals’ to Provide Low Cost Airfare to Customers

Hotelising recently announced its partnership with smartAIRdeals, an online airline tickets search engine that identifies the guaranteed cheapest air-fares.

Greek Travel Startup ‘Welcome Pickups’ Clinches Funding, Ready for Expansion

Greek travel startup Welcome Pickups has clinched seed funding of 1.65 million euros to be used to expand services and boost its network of destinations.

WTM London 2017: Travel Experts to Predict Key Trends in UK Market

Senior executives will debate the impact of Brexit, currency movements and other geopolitical trends during the “World Travel Leaders” session at WTM London 2017 in November.

100% Hotel Show Launches New Hospitality Blog to Share Inspiration and Knowledge

The 100% Hotel Show, the Greek exhibition addressed especially to hoteliers, has launched a blog to keep professionals updated on the fair's latest developments.