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The 6th Greek Gourmet Tour ‘Sympossio’ Begins

Aldemar Resorts has once again embarked on a journey to Western and Eastern Europe to promote Greece’s products and gastronomic culture.

Thessaloniki Convention Bureau, Macedonia-Thrace Travel Agents Launch Cooperation

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau and the Macedonia-Thrace Travel Agents Association have joined forces to promote the northern port city of Thessaloniki as a prime MICE destination.

Signature Travel Invites All to Masque Latin Party in Athens

Signature Travel invites all to a funky Masque Latin Party on February 22, the last Sunday of the Carnival season, at the Sfiga Music Theater in Athens!

Etihad Airways Named ‘Airline of the Year’ at Aviation 100 Awards

Etihad Airways has clinched top honors at the 2015 Aviation 100 Awards, organized recently by Airline Economics magazine in Dublin, Ireland.

New Alternate Tourism Minister Kountoura Takes Action

Newly appointed Alternate Tourism Minister for Greece, Elena Kountoura, strengthens tourism ties with Serbia, Israel and Turkey.

Tourism in Thessaloniki Enjoys Increase in Overnights but Revenue is Weak

Thessaloniki, Greece’s second largest city, saw double digit growth in overnight stays by 16.75 percent last year compared to 2013.

100% Hotel Show Awards Design, Innovation, Novelty, Architecture

Greece’s best hotels in terms of design, lighting and renovation were awarded on Saturday, during the 100% Hotel Design Awards ceremony, which was launched for the first time at this year’s 100% Hotel Show, at the MEC exhibition center in Peania, eastern Attica.

Greek Breakfast Gaining Ground

The Greek breakfast concept is gaining momentum with all the more regions joining the initiative in efforts to promote eating Greek as well as local products.

Grimaldi Group Further Strengthens Italy-Greece Connections

Naples-based Grimaldi Group will boost its Italy-Greece service by resuming the connection between Ravenna, Igoumenitsa and Patras, with extension to Trieste.

Crist Impresses with New Collection at 10th HORECA Expo

Crist gave an impressive showing at the 10th HORECA exhibition that ran 6-9 February at the Athens Metropolitan Expo.

Larissa to Follow Tourism Strategy of Halkidiki

The tourism strategy of Halkidiki has attracted the attention of professionals from Larissa, the capital and largest city of the Thessaly region, who are interested in creating a similar model to promote their destination to a wider audience.

Expedia Adds Orbitz to its Roster of Acquisitions

After its purchase of Travelocity last month, online travel booking giant Expedia has just added rival Orbitz Worldwide to its interests, buying the firm for approximately 1.4 billion dollars, it said on Thursday.

Alt. Minister Kountoura Outlines Priorities for Greek Tourism

“Tourism for All” is Greece's basic philosophy for tourism, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said during the debate on the government's policy statements in Parliament.

Greece Hotel Rates Rise Up to 11% for Carnival

Greek hotels have increased their prices ahead of the Carnival season, according to trivago.com’s pricing index released earlier this week.

HATTA Members Take in Greek Culture at Special Events

The Hellenic Association of Travel and Tourist Agencies (HATTA) is actively promoting Greek tourism, providing alternative options and enhancing the tourist experience through its ongoing series of guided tours for travel operators in Greece, to a number of the country’s cultural...

Spetses mini Marathon a ‘Ruban d’Honneur’ Recipient

Spetses mini Marathon (SMM) is among a select few to receive the coveted “Ruban d'Honneur” title, the European Business Awards judging committee has announced.

Argentikon Luxury Suites on Chios Gets New General Manager

Nicholas G. Panteloukas has been announced as the new general manager of Argentikon Luxury Suites on Chios.

Greek Marketing Platform Wins Award at Enter2015 e-Tourism Event

Greek online interactive platform Athens Destination Specialist Program (ADSP) was awarded in the best Small & Medium Enterprises category during international e-tourism conference Enter2015 held in Lugano, Switzerland last week.

Athens Proclaimed Europe’s Third Best Destination

Athens, Greece, came in third place in the prestigious electronic pool for best European destination, organized by the European Best Destinations (EBD) organization.

Tourism, Innovation at Center of Economy Ministry’s New Action Plan

Tapping into the country’s productive forces by offering tax incentives and boosting employment are at the center of the economy ministry’s action plan to be implemented in the coming months.