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ΓΕΠΟΕΤ: Αντίθετη με τη χορήγηση νέων αδειών σε μεταχειρισμένα τουριστικά λεωφορεία

Η ΓΕΠΟΕΤ δηλώνει πως είναι κάθετα αντίθετη με τη χορήγηση νέων αδειών σε μεταχειρισμένα τουριστικά λεωφορεία ΔΧ, γιατί θα οδηγήσει στη διάλυση του κλάδου, χωρίς κανένα όφελος για το κράτος και τον ...

Aegean Airlines Announces 2014 Growth Plans, 17 New Destinations

Greek carrier Aegean Airlines is investing in Greek tourism’s positive course and plans to reach 100,000 flights this year.

Greece, UNESCO To Hold Tourism & Culture Conference

Athens will be the host city for a joint conference in September on "Tourism and Culture Development," organized by the Greek Tourism Ministry and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

Lamda Development Offers More To Acquire Hellenikon

The consortium led by Greek real estate firm Lamda Development has increased its initial offer by 25 percent for the 100 percent acquisition of Hellenikon, the former Athens Airport site.

Athens, Beijing Discuss Ways To Boost Cooperation In Tourism

The potential to attract Greek tourists to Beijing and also increase the number of Chinese visitors to Athens was recently discussed by representatives of the Beijing Municipal Commission Tourism Development and officials of the Municipality of Athens.

Ryanair Doubles Athens-London Route In Winter 2014

Low-cost carrier Ryanair, has announced its 2014 winter schedule that includes two daily flights between Athens and London Stansted.

Hotel Grande Bretagne & King George Go Dark For Earth Hour 2014

By spending an hour in the dark on Saturday 29 March, Athens' two central hotels, Hotel Grande Bretagne and King George, will join millions around the world to send a powerful message about a brighter future for the planet.

“Melody from Beijing” Brings Greece Closer To China

Some 2,000 Athenians felt the charm of Chinese music and also may have become a bit more eager to travel to Beijing and experience the city's unique culture, after attending a recent concert that connected China to Greece at the Megaron Athens Concert Hall.

NJV Athens Plaza Supports Earth Hour 2014

The NJV Athens Plaza Hotel, located on Syntagma Square in Athens, will participate in Earth Hour on 29 March and turn off all external lights, lobby and Plaza lounges lights from 8:30pm until 9:30pm.

Liostasi Hotel On Ios To Open With New Luxury Suites

Liostasi Ios Hotel & Spa will welcome the new tourism season with six new luxury suites, all noteworthy for their romantic ambiance, detail of decoration and modern technology.

Lady Gaga To Give Concert In Athens, Greece

Rumors have been confirmed and American pop star Lady Gaga is expected to come to Greece for the first time and give a concert.

Singapore Airlines To Expand Codeshare Agreement With Turkish Airlines

Singapore Airlines and Turkish Airlines have agreed a major expansion of codeshare ties, covering destinations beyond both Istanbul and Singapore.

Greece, France Expand Tourism Cooperation

Greece and France have announced plans to further cooperate in the tourism sector through joint actions that include the launch of travel packages and the promotion of both countries in specific target markets.

Halkidiki Tourism Organization Optimistic About Arrivals From Russia

Although early bookings from Russia to Halkidiki for this tourism season are currently down by 15 percent, the Halkidiki Tourism Organization appears optimistic following its participation in the Moscow International Exhibition Travel & Tourism (MITT) that took place 19-22 March.

Date Announced For Greek Tourism Awards 2014 In Athens

The evaluation process of the nominations for the awards that will recognize the best practices and most innovative initiatives in Greek tourism has come to an end.

Greek Independence Day Celebration In Paris

On Tuesday, 25 March 2014, the Embassy of Greece in Paris, France, hosted a reception to celebrate Greek Independence Day.

EasyJet Tο Launch Nine New Routes For Greek Market

Low-cost carrier easyJet has announced that it will launch nine new routes to and from Greece this year in an attempt to broaden its activity and investment in the Greek market.

Kefalogianni Goes To Paris To Promote Greek Tourism

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni will depart for Paris, France, on Monday 24 March to promote Greece and strengthen tourist arrivals to the country.

New York Times Special: Hydra, The Island Of Artists

"The sun-soaked island of Hydra has long inspired artists and intellectuals from Henry Miller to Leonard Cohen, and even today with the influx of art stars and yachting billionaires, its unspoiled charm remains intact."

Over 100 Hotels Are For Sale In Greece But Buyers Wait For Better Deals

Last year may have been a record year for Greek tourism, but that does not mean that all of the industry's financial problems are suddenly over, a study by GLP Values has revealed.