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Greek Professionals Expect New Tourism Trends After Covid-19

The Covid-19 pandemic is expected to bring new trends in travel and tourism, emerging from the desire of travelers for safe and vivid experiences.

Avis Secures €130m to Invest in Sustainable Transport

Avis, a leading car rental company in Greece, has secured 130 million euros in funding for the expansion of its fleet of electric and hybrid cars.

Avis Supports Athens’ Help at Home Plus Program

Avis has joined forces with the Municipality of Athens to support vulnerable groups through the “Help at Home Plus” program, amid the Covid-19 crisis.

Avis Supports Greece’s Fight Against Covid-19

Car rental company Avis will offer 250 vehicles to support the operation of the newly established mobile health units of Greece's National Public Health Organization (EODY).

Car Rental in the EU More Transparent after Consumer Body Action

Six leading car rental services providers have moved ahead with changes to their pricing presentation for consumers to know what they are paying for.

Full Speed Ahead in 2018 for Avis Hellas with Record Sales

Car rental company Avis Hellas broke all records in 2018, announcing 180 million euros in sales and 82.05 million euros in EBITDA profits.

Avis Stands Next to Greece Wildfire Victims

Avis, a leading car rental company in Greece, is offering its support to the victims of the devastating wildfires in Attica.

Car Rental an Investment Idea as Greek Tourism Grows

As the number of tourists visiting Greece grows, so does investor interest, with the car rental sector featuring high on the agenda, according to market reports.

Avis Launches New Car Leasing Website, Offers More Personalized Online Experience

Avis, a leading car rental company in Greece, has launched a new website to enhance the rental experience for customers.

Avis Greece Acquisition Process Completed

Avis Budget Group, a leading global provider of vehicle rental services, has completed the acquisition of Olympic Commercial & Tourist Enterprises, which trades as Avis Greece, from Piraeus Bank.

Avis Hellas in Hands of Avis Europe – Turkey’s Otokoc

Avis Hellas will pass into the ownership of Avis Europe Holdings and Turkey’s Otokoc in a 318.1 million-euro deal, according to main shareholder Piraeus Bank.

Piraeus Bank Approves Sale of Avis, Budget, Payless Car Rental Franchises

Piraeus Bank has approved the sale of its subsidiary "Olympic", which is the holder of the master franchises for Greece of Avis, Budget and Payless.

Avis Greece Up for Sale, Set to Break All Records in 2017

Avis Greece celebrated its positive performance in 2016 at a special event in central Athens this week, amid media reports of the company’s imminent sale.

Avis Donates Vehicle to Transport First Aid Supplies to Refugees in Athens

Avis has donated a van-type vehicle to the Municipality of Athens to be used for the transport of first aid supplies to refugees.

Avis Celebrates 55th Anniversary in Greece with Record Year

Car rental company Avis recently celebrated its 55th year anniversary in Greece by reporting record earnings and growth.

AVIS Hellas Opens Rental Station at Heraklion Port in Crete

Car rental company Avis Hellas recently announced the opening of a new station at Heraklion Port to service domestic and incoming tourism flows and those traveling to Crete's city during the year.

Avis Hellas Keeps Company Car Rates Down, Absorbs VAT Hike

Major car rental company Avis Hellas announced that it is keeping its company car rates down by absorbing the 5 percent increase of value added tax (VAT) to its insurance policies.

‘Visit Meteora’ to Give Travel Bloggers Grand Tour of Three Major Attractions in Greece

Visit Meteora, a leading DMC, has announced that it is organizing a special seven-day media trip in October to get the word out on the amazing sites that mainland Greece has to offer.

Avis Rolls Out New Service for Van Rentals

Car rental company Avis recently introduced its new van rental service for private use "Avis Van Rental", as part of its commitment to provide efficient and cost-effective transport to clients.

‘Avis Preferred’ Rewards Loyalty in Greece

Avis Rent A Car has announced that it has improved its Preferred loyalty program in Greece by adding benefits for members including discounts, complimentary upgrades, exclusive offers and free car hire.
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