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Greek Tourism Minister Meets Nicolas Sarkozy, Carla Bruni in Athens

Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura met with former French President Nicolas Sarkozy and singer Carla Bruni during the couple’s visit to Athens.

Costa Navarino Cultural Event Connects Tradition and Fashion

Hand-made fashion creations and traditional costumes were presented during an event titled, “Under the spell of Greek costume”, recently held at Costa Navarino in Messinia.

Condé Nast Traveler: 7 Greek Resorts Among Europe’s Top 30

Seven luxury resorts in Greece are among the 30 top in Europe, according to the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2017.

Οι ιαματικές πηγές στο portal Τουρισμού Υγείας του ΕΟΠΥΥ

Ο Σύνδεσμος Δήμων Ιαματικών Πηγών Ελλάδας ανακοίνωσε ότι εξέλιξε την συνεργασία του με τον ΕΟΠΥΥ στο portal του Τουρισμού Υγείας.

French, German Travelers Stimulate Greece’s August Tourism Earnings

French and German travelers contributed largely to the positive performance of Greek tourism in August 2017, according to the Bank of Greece.

WWF: Greece Lagging Behind in Environmental Protection

Despite being repeatedly fined for poor conduct, Greece continues to lag behind in terms of implementing EU environmental laws, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in Athens.

Study: ‘Direct’ Bookings Do Not Cut Costs for Airlines

Increasing so-called “direct” bookings does not reduce costs for airlines, according to a new study released by aviation consultancy Infrata.

Athens City Center Revamp Continues at Agia Eirini Sq

Popular Athens hang-out Agia Eirini Square will be revamped as part of the municipality's “Revitalization of the Athens Commercial Triangle” program.

5th ‘Navarino Challenge’ Sports Tourism Event Draws the Crowds to Messinia

Over 2,000 athletes enjoyed perfect weather conditions while taking part in sports activities of the 5th “Navarino Challenge” in Messinia and Costa Navarino.

Philoxenia 2017 Tourism Expo to Host Conference on Asian Market

Greece’s potential as a destination for the Asian market will be the focus of a conference to be held during the Philoxenia 2017 tourism expo in Thessaloniki.

MTC Group Takes on Astypalea Island Promotion

The municipality Astypalea has assigned MTC Group to design and implement a year-long strategy for the promotion of the island and its tourist product.

Sani Resort Crowned Best in Europe at Villegiature Awards 2017

The Sani Resort, located in Halkidiki, was honored with the “Grand Prix of the Best Resort in Europe” title, at the Villegiature Awards 2017.

Fraport Greece to Hold 1st ‘Airport Run’ to Support Vulnerable Groups

Fraport Greece will organize the first ever Greek “Airport Run" at the airports under its management, aiming to support the "All Together We Can" program.

ITB Asia 2017 Kicks Off Milestone Event

Celebrating its 10th anniversary as Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show, ITB Asia 2017 opened its doors on October 25 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands.

MCE South Europe 2017 Gathers Region’s MICE Experts

The third edition of the MCE South Europe forum, recently held in Catania, Sicily, brought together representatives of MICE companies and experts from the region.

Mythos by Divani Restaurant Introduces ‘Winter Weekends’

The "Mythos by Divani" restaurant in Vouliagmeni has announced “Winter Weekends” with guest DJs, live performances and fine dining options.

Signature Travel Supports W4O Meeting on Combating Obesity, Cancer

Greek travel agency Signature Travel recently assisted with the organization of the scientific meeting of the Women 4 Oncology - Hellas network.

Greek Ministers Call on EU to Extend Non-Schengen Visas to Cruise Travel

Extending in 2018 a visa regime that will apply to non-Schengen visitors traveling on cruise ships topped the agenda of an inter-ministerial meeting this week.

Travel Receipts in Greece Up by 9.1% in Jan-Aug 2017

In January-August 2017, travel receipts in Greece increased by 9.1 percent, compared to the same period in 2016, according to the Bank of Greece.

IATA 2036 Forecast: Air Passengers will Nearly Double to 7.8 Billion

IATA's 20-Year Air Passenger Forecast sees 7.8 billion passengers traveling in 2036, a near doubling of the 4 billion air travelers expected to fly in 2017.