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Fast-Track Courses For Tour Guide Certification Announced In Greece

Two fast-track courses that will provide tour guide certification will take place this autumn in Greek universities, according to an announcement made on 29 July by the Tourism Ministry.

BBC On Global Travel: Who Is Going Where? And Why?

Over a billion people traveled to another country last year. But where were they going and why? BBC News examines the facts about global travel using data from the UNWTO.

One Of The World’s Best Infinity Pools Is In Greece

The infinity swimming pool of the Cavo Tagoo hotel on Mykonos, Greece, is one of the eight best in the world, according to a list compiled by hotel comparison website Trivago.

Greek National Opera: Verdi’s “Otello” At Odeon of Herodes Atticus In Athens

Giuseppe Verdi’s masterpiece Otello will be presented for three more performances by the Greek National Opera (GNO) in a new production at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus by the acclaimed opera director Yannis Kokkos, who attempts a psychological reading of the work.

Geo Routes Signs Agreement With Hellenic Logistics Management Institute

The Geo Routes Cultural Institute, that organizes themed cultural expeditions in Greece under the auspices of the Hellenic National Commission for UNESCO, recently signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Hellenic Logistics Management Institute (ILME).

5th Annual Naxos Potato Festival To Take Place August 2014

The Union of Agricultural Cooperatives of Naxos is organizing the 5th Annual Naxos Potato Festival on Saturday 2 August 2014.

32nd Spartathlon: Hundreds Of Runners From All Over The World To Take Part In Greece’s Ultra Race

Once again Greek and foreign ultramarathoners will follow the footsteps of ancient Athenian long distance runner Pheidippides and cross 246 kilometers from Athens to Sparta during the Spartathlon ultramarathon race to be held this year 26-27 September.

Υπουργείο Τουρισμού: Ταχύρρυθμα προγράμματα κατάρτισης στο επάγγελμα του ξεναγού

Δύο ταχύρρυθμα προγράμματα κατάρτισης στο επάγγελμα του ξεναγού, στο Ιόνιο Πανεπιστήμιο και στο Πανεπιστήμιο Αιγαίου αντιστοίχως, θα υλοποιηθούν από το ...

WTTC Case Study: There May Just Be Hope Ahead For Greece

"As the world slowly pulls itself out of the recession, there may just be hope ahead for Greece," the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) commented in a case study it released on the country this month.

Tom Hanks Crosses Paros-Antiparos Channel In Greece

American actor Tom Hanks was spotted on 27 July taking part in a local event in Greece during his vacation on Antiparos where he owns a summerhouse.

Chinese Tourists Divert South-East Asia Destinations, Look Towards Greece

Following the incident with the missing Malaysian MH370 plane, Chinese tourists have been diverting from their usual south-east Asia travels and looking for something different in the Mediterranean.

Amadeus Rolls Out New Solution That Allows Travel Agents To Book From Anywhere In The World

Amadeus continues the deployment of Amadeus Selling Platform Connect, a solution that gives travel professionals more flexibility to be out meeting clients, learning new things, and booking travel.

Poseidonion Grand Hotel On Spetses, Greece, Celebrates 100-Year Anniversary

The Poseidonion Grand Hotel on Spetses this year is celebrating 100 years of living history and is holding various events on the island to mark the occasion.

Grand B2B Travel Event Announced For 2015 In Thessaloniki, Greece

Greek hoteliers will discuss new cooperation opportunities with travel agencies from abroad at Respond On Demand's* fourth B2B Travel Event to be held in March 2015 in Thessaloniki.

“ANEKORAMA” Summer 2014 Issue Released By ANEK Lines

Greek ferry company ANEK Lines has released its seventh corporate magazine ANEKORAMA and offers its passengers an edition full of Greece, the Aegean and the Adriatic, along with a series of travel tips and suggestions.

TripAdvisor To Acquire Viator For $200 Million

Travel site TripAdvisor recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Viator, a leading resource for researching and booking destination activities around the world.

Euromonitor International: Travel And Tourism In Greece Performs Well Despite Recession

Last year was a good year for the travel and tourism industry in Greece despite the economic downturn, Euromonitor International said in its annual report on the country.

Aegean Airlines Joins Terminal 2 At London Heathrow

Passengers of Greek carrier Aegean Airlines now fly from the brand-new Terminal 2: The Queen’s Terminal at Heathrow Airport in London and are promised high-quality services aimed to improve their travel experience.

New Opening In August: Nikki Beach Resort & Spa On The Greek Riviera

Nikki Beach Hotels & Resorts, a luxury lifestyle hotel management company, will open its newest resort in Porto Heli, Greece, on 1 August 2014.

Transavia.com Invests Further In The GDS, Plans To Extend Reach In Greek Market

transavia.com, a Dutch low-cost carrier and member of Air France-KLM Group that provides scheduled services and charter flights to more than 160 destinations, has a strong mission to extend its reach in Europe and reach geographic markets where the brand is less well-established.