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UNWTO: Greece Tourism Hits Gold in July

Greece has taken the lead over its rival Spain in terms of tourism performance in the first half of the year, according to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Greek Hotels Losing Millions from the ‘Sharing Economy’

The direct impact of the so-called sharing economy on the Greek hotel industry has been estimated at 525 million euros a year in lost lodging revenue.

Greek Culture Minister Denies ‘London Times’ Parthenon Marbles Story

Greek Culture Minister Lydia Koniordou has denied a London Times report that Greece is taking legal action to win back the Parthenon Marbles.

Piraeus Mayor to File Lawsuit Over Oil Spill Damage

Piraeus Mayor Yannis Moralis said the municipality will take legal action against all parties responsible for the oil spill off the coast of Salamina.

Rotterdam Officials Assess Oil Spill Damage on Saronic Gulf

A team of city officials and experts from Rotterdam recently arrived in Athens to assess the damage caused by the oil spill in the Saronic Gulf.

Greece’s Archaeological Sites, Museums Change Operating Hours

Greece’s archaeological sites and state museums, operating on extended hours, have changed their schedule in order to close by sunset.

Zominthos Excavation on Crete Reveals New Minoan Finds

The latest excavations at the site of Zominthos on Crete’s Mount Psiloritis have brought to light two new entrances and a staircase in the Minoan-era palace.

Ryanair Cancels Flights after it ‘Messed Up’ Pilots Holidays

Ryanair has confirmed a number of flight cancellations after "messing up" the allocation of annual leave to pilots in September and October.

High Profile Hosted Buyers Registered for Greek Tourism Expo 2017

The Greek Tourism Expo 2017 has announced that top level international hosted buyers will participate in its fourth edition in December in Athens.

Costa Navarino Hosts ‘Democracy and Film’ Weekend by The New York Times

Costa Navarino recently hosted the “Democracy and Film” Weekend within the framework of The New York Times’ 5th Athens Democracy Forum.

‘100% Hotel Show’ Goes to Dubai to Promote Greek Hospitality

The 100% Hotel Show, the Greek exhibition addressed especially to hoteliers, is making its first dynamic presence abroad at "The Hotel Show Dubai" in the UAE.

Mega Airlines Studies: Ειδικά προγράμματα σπουδών στον τομέα του Τουρισμού

Τμήματα ειδικοτήτων τουριστικού γραφείου και αεροδρομίου θα λειτουργήσουν και την φετινή χρονιά στο εκπαιδευτικό κέντρο της σχολής Mega Airlines Studies.