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Ministry Aiming to Upgrade All Levels of Tourism Education in Greece

The Greek Tourism Ministry is aiming to directly link tourism education with the true needs of the sector's businesses in Greece.

Lycabettus Hill Upgrade to Create Athens Oasis

Lycabettus Hill in Athens is set to undergo enhancement works as part of an ongoing drive for the overhaul of the Greek capital.

Mycenaean Acropolis of Gla Produces Impressive New Finds

The archaeological site of Gla, a fortified Mycenaean-era site in Viotia, Central Greece, produced impressive new finds during recent excavation works.

Eurowings: New Direct Flights to Santorini and Kos in Summer 2020

Eurowings will launch two new direct connections to Greece from Dusseldorf and Stuttgart for summer 2020, to Santorini and Kos respectively.

GNTO: More Fam Trips to Promote Greece to Foreign Tourism Markets

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) during the winter months will continue to promote Greece to foreign tourism markets through fam and press trips.

Athens Acropolis ‘Lights Up Blue’ in Respect of Children’s Rights

The Athens Acropolis in Greece will light up blue on November 20 participating in UNICEF’s World Children’s Day 2019 celebrations.

Atlantica Amalthia Beach Hotel to Open in Summer 2020 for Adults Only

The Atlantica Amalthia Beach Hotel on Crete will open in summer 2020 as an adults-only resort, under the management of Atlantica Hotels & Resorts.

MSC Cruises Names New Ship ‘Grandiosa’, Ready to Sail the Med

“Grandiosa”, the newest ship of MSC Cruises, is ready to sail the Western Mediterranean, following its christening by MSC “godmother” Sophia Loren.

Τα 12 Εντυπωσιακά Βραβευμένα Ξενοδοχεία των 100% Hotel Design Awards 2019

Τα 100% Hotel Design Awards 2019 μετέτρεψαν το 100% Hotel Show σε σημείο αναφοράς του Ελληνικού Ξενοδοχειακού Αρχιτεκτονικού Σχεδιασμού.

Greek Gov’t Sets Developing Wine Tourism as a Priority

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has pledged to support efforts for the development of wine tourism in Greece.

Airbnb Joins Forces with Olympic Committee for New Hosting Standards

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Airbnb have announced a nine-year partnership designed to create new hosting standards.

Germany to be Country of Honor at Thessaloniki Int’l Fair 2020

The official logo of Germany’s participation in the 85th Thessaloniki International Fair as the honored guest country for 2020 has been unveiled.

Grecotel’s President Awarded Russian ‘Order of Friendship’

Grecotel Group President Nikos Daskalantonakis was honored with the prestigious “Order of Friendship” by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort Targets Tourism Markets of Western Europe

Aiming to attract more visitors from Western Europe, Halkidiki’s Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort recently presented its luxury services at two leading international tourism exhibitions.

Travelport Appoints Nick Bray as Chief Financial Officer

Travelport, a leading technology company serving the global travel industry, has welcomed Nick Bray as its new Chief Financial Officer.

Action Global Communications Celebrates 30 Years of Successful Operations in Greece

Cyprus-based public relations agency Action Global Communications recently celebrated 30 years of successful operations in the Greek market.

Greek Tennis Star Tsitsipas Aces His Way to the Top

Greek tourism stands to gain yet again after one more of its athletes, Stefanos Tsitsipas, was named ATP Finals champion on Sunday.

Greece Launches Official Trademark for Macedonian Products

Greece has presented a new official trademark to safeguard products produced in the region of Macedonia.

Greek Accommodation Ranking Deadline Extended

A deadline for hotels, accommodation and camping facilities to be included in a mandatory classification system has been extended to 31 December 2021.

Greece Among Top 10 Best Countries in Europe to Retire

Greece is among the top 10 best countries in Europe to retire, according to a study released by Blacktower Financial Management Group.