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Greece Wins UNWTO ‘Best Video in Europe’ Award

Greece scooped the "Best Video in Europe" award at the UNWTO Tourism Video Competition 2017 with its “Greece – A 365-day Destination” production.

Greece Makes Proposal to Reactivate Joint Tourism Committee with Italy

Greece has proposed the reactivation of the Joint Tourism Committee with Italy to strengthen bilateral tourism activities between the two countries.

Experts Warn Against Swimming, Fishing Along Athens Riviera Due to Oil Spill

The beaches of Salamina, Faliro, Alimos, Hellenikon and Glyfada are off limits due to the oil spill in the Saronic Gulf.

Greece and Italy Sign Memorandum of Cooperation on Culture

In efforts to prevent the illicit trafficking of antiquities and protect cultural heritage, Greece and Italy signed a memorandum of cooperation in the field of culture.

Greece Condemns London Underground Station Terror Incident

Greece condemned the attack that took place at Parsons Green station in London on September 15, during which an improvised explosive device was detonated on a Tube train.

Rotterdam to Help Greece in Oil Spill Cleanup

A team of Dutch experts is expected to arrive in Athens to support Greek authorities in efforts to contain the oil spill in the Saronic Gulf.

UK Ambassador to Greece Speaks on Post-Brexit Prospects

The British ambassador to Greece Kate Smith underlined that Britain aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation with EU countries, including Greece, on foreign policy and defense.

More Luxury Hotels Planned for Santorini, Kos

Tourism and hospitality groups Sani/Ikos and Gencom have received the green light to proceed with major tourism investments on the islands of Kos and Santorini, respectively.

‘100 Resilient Cities’ Holds Inaugural ‘City Leaders’ Meeting in Athens

The inaugural meeting of the City Leaders Advisory Committee of the 100 Resilient Cities network, pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation, was held in Athens on September 15.

Spain’s Felipe Gonzalez Honored with City of Athens Democracy Award

Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis honored former Prime Minister of Spain Felipe González with the City of Athens Democracy Award.

Amorgos’ Yperia 2017 Convention to Discuss Benefits of Film Tourism for Greece

The benefits of film tourism for Greece will be discussed during the 15th Amorgos International Convention on Culture and Tourism - “Yperia 2017” in October.

Cooking Becomes Art at 6th Premier Gastronomy Festival in Bansko

The Premier Luxury Mountain Resort in Bansko is promising to take guests on a culinary journey during its 6th Premier Gastronomy Festival in November.

‘Amerika Square’ is Greece’s Submission for 2018 Oscars

The drama “Amerika Square" is Greece's official submission for the "Best Foreign-Language Film" category in the 90th Academy Awards.

Pioneering Greeks: Alexandra Theohari, Founder of ‘Klothό’ Clothing

"Pioneering Greeks" introduces Alexandra Theohari, founder of Klothό, which creates products inspired and based on the traditional art of weaving of Crete.