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Vyron Theologis, President Macedonia-Thrace Travel Agencies Association

Participation in larger exhibitions abroad, that have worldwide promotion and a larger visitor range, is just as important as taking part in domestic exhibitions.

Roaming Charges to End in the EU by June 2017

A complete ban on roaming charges for using mobile phones abroad in the European Union will take effect in June 2017 and clear rules on the right to Internet access will become law following Parliament's final approval of the new telecoms package.

Alex Gallinos, Managing Director Athens Development & Destination Management Agency (ADDMA)

Following two excellent tourism years, Athens is stepping up efforts to further enrich its tourism product and services, as a year-round leisure and business travel destination.

Skiathos to Attend WTM London 2015

The Municipality of Skiathos will step up its promotional activity in the UK while exhibiting at leading travel exhibition World Travel Market (WTM) to run at ExCeL London during November 2 – 5, 2015.

Melia Athens Wins ‘Most Creative Award’ for Employer Branding

Melia Athens was honored recently with the “Most Creative Award” for employer branding after participating in the Melia Hotels International HR EMEA contest in Twitter.

ICAP Names Attica Group ‘True Leader’

Listed Greek company Attica Group was named ‘True Leader’ during the ICAP Group Awards held recently, placing the company among the country’s 200 most profitable business entities.

Greece’s ‘East Med Yacht Show’ Changes Location, Goes to Piraeus

After being held for many years in the docks of Poros Island, in 2016 the East Med Yacht Show will be held in the Zea Marina in Piraeus.

New Report on Independent Lodgings to Be Revealed Exclusively at WTM London

The findings of a large study on the future of independent accommodation providers will be exclusively revealed during a conference session at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2015.

Greek Hoteliers’ Rhodes Meet Raises VAT, Unfair Play Issues

The increase in value-added tax (VAT) and the unfair competition resulting from the operation of illegal accommodation units topped the agenda of a Hellenic Chamber of Hotels (HCH) meeting recently, which brought together more than 160 hoteliers and accommodation professionals to...

All-in-one Tickets for 17 Archaeological Areas in Greece

A total of 17 areas in Greece and their main archaeological attractions have been included in a new pilot all-for-one ticketing scheme to start in April 2016, the Central Archaeological Council (CAC) announced this week.

Thomas Cook’s New ‘Bohemian’ Hotel Concept to Launch from Rhodes, Greece

Thomas Cook has announced the launch of a new hotel concept brand for the bohemian spirit named “Casa Cook”, with a first property in Rhodes, Greece, due to open in May 2016.

Revised EU Legislation on ‘Package Travel’ Aims to Protect Holidaymakers

Package holidays, consisting of a flight, hotel or car-hire and purchased online for an all-in price or through linked webpages, will get the same protection as packages bought in travel agencies under rules voted recently in the European Parliament.

Polis Grand Hotel: Your Home Away from Home in Athens

The first phase of renovations at the four-star Polis Grand in central Athens, are now complete and the luxury hotel is ready to offer visitors the finest in accommodation and dining with amazing views and a warm and welcoming staff.

Not One, Not Two… but 22 Shipwrecks Come to Light in Greek Archipelago

A 13-day underwater expedition near the Greek islets of Fourni, between the eastern Aegean islands of Samos and Ikaria, revealed an unimaginable treasure a month ago, when marine archaeologists discovered the remains of 22 shipwrecks, some over 2,500 years old.

WTM London Welcomes 250 New Exhibitors

World Travel Market (WTM) London 2015 has signed up almost 250 new exhibitors for next week’s event from small, entrepreneurial start-ups to tourist boards to well-established global operators.

‘Travel Bloggers Greece’ Attends TBEX Asia 2015, Next Stop: WTM London

Travel Bloggers Greece (TBG) participated in the first Travel Bloggers Exchange (TBEX) Asia 2015 in Bangkok, Thailand held October 15-17, almost a year after the TBEX Europe 2014 event was held in Athens.

Weekly Update: GTP’s New Partners

Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is happy to announce the start of cooperation with new clients Aldemar Amilia Mare, BOND Business & Life Events, Cavo Olympo Luxury Resort & Spa and Nefeles Mainalon Resort that have tapped into its Travel Business Network to receive effective and...

Research Body Finds Greek Tourism Riding High into 2016

Incoming tourism to Greece continues to be strong despite the political and financial turmoil this year, but domestic tourism is shrinking, the Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP) found in its latest report.

Athens Revels in Run-up to Marathon with Weeklong Events

The Athens Marathon may be all about running but it’s also about having fun and the Greek capital is ready to usher in the country’s biggest sporting event in style.

Chain Hotels Come Up Winners in Greece, Sector Report Finds

Hotels belonging to large accommodation chains recorded 67 percent higher revenue per room in 2014 against independent hotel units in Greece, while occupancy and room rates were significantly higher, an Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP) report found.