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SETE Chief Says Overtaxation to Hamper Greek Tourism

The tourism sector, Greece’s strongest foreign currency attractor, is ringing alarm bells that the rise in value added tax to 24 percent - which was agreed on earlier Wednesday - will have a negative impact on incoming tourism for 2016.

Olympic Flame to Ignite Spirit for Brazil 2016 Games

True to tradition, the Olympic Flame to look over the 2016 Rio Games from the Maracanã cauldron in Brazil this summer will be lit at a special ceremony in Ancient Olympia, Greece, on Thursday, April 21.

Cyprus Now in the Lap of Aqua Vista Hotels Luxury

As part of its ongoing expansion plan, London-based Aqua Vista Hotels announces the addition of Cyprus to its already impressive roster of locations hosting top-notch boutique hotels.

‘Roads to Rhodes’ Sees Flocks of Runners for 3rd Int’l Marathon

It was a sunny, sporty day on the Greek island of Rhodes last Sunday, when more than 1,500 runners took to the streets in the 3rd International “Roads to Rhodes” Marathon.

Forum to Explore Potential of the Athenian Riviera

Tapping into the vast potential of the Athenian Riviera - also known as the Athens' Gold Coast - will be the focus of a forum to be held at the Astir Palace Hotel in Vouliagmeni on Friday, April 22, serving at the same time as the official launch of the three-day "Blue Money Show”.

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Πάρε μέρος σε μια πανελλαδική γιορτή για το περιβάλλον! Για δύο μήνες απ’άκρη σ’άκρη της Ελλάδας, μικροί και μεγάλοι γίνονται κομμάτι της πιο μαχητικής «αλυσίδας» ενάντια στη θαλάσσια ρύπαν...

Πασχαλινές εκδηλώσεις στην Αθήνα!

Ο Οργανισμός Πολιτισμού Αθλητισμού & Νεολαίας του Δήμου Αθηναίων, έχει ετοιμάσει για τις ημέρες του Πάσχα μία σειρά εκδηλώσεων, επιδιώκοντας τη διατήρηση των ηθών και εθίμων μας, δίνοντας τη δυνατότητα σε όλους τους κατοίκους και τους επισκέπτες της Αθήνας να γιορτάσουν την π...

Queen Rania of Jordan to Visit Lesvos, Raise Plight of Refugees

Known for her humanitarian work, Queen Rania of Jordan is next on the list of international influencers visiting Greece in efforts to raise awareness about the ongoing refugee crisis in the Aegean.

TripAdvisor Ranks Santorini #1 Island in Europe, 2nd Best in World

Santorini ranked as the best island in Europe and second best in the world in the TripAdvisor 2016 Travelers' Choice awards for Islands.

GNTO Roadshows Bring Greece Tourism to 10 German Cities

German tour operators had the chance to learn more about Greece’s travel offerings during the Greek National Tourism Organization’s “Roadshows” series which was recently held in 10 cities across Germany.

UK Website Promotes Mykonos as Europe’s Top Summer Gay Destination

Destsetters, an online advertising platform for hotels, has teamed up with Gay Star News, home of the best UK and worldwide news on gay current affairs, to promote Mykonos as the top summer gay destination in Europe.

YES! Hotels Appoints Stefania Flenga as General Manager

YES! Hotels Group, which runs units located in prime locations in Athens, has appointed Stefania Flenga as General Manager.

Trivago: Top 15 Destinations Preferred by Greeks for Easter 2016 Holiday

Although Rome is their first selection for the Easter holidays, the Greeks this year are opting to travel to more destinations in their own country as opposed to 2015, according to hotel comparison website Trivago.

Skiathos Princess’ New Tourism Offerings to Keep Visitors Coming

Horseback riding, sailing and art are just some of the activities the luxury Skiathos Princess Hotel on the Sporades island of Skiathos offers its select guests, aiming to ensure they enjoy only the best and collect memories to last a lifetime.

Turkish Airlines’ Euro 2016 Plane Goes to Paris

To celebrate UEFA EURO 2016 this summer, Turkish Airlines has unveiled an A330-300 passenger aircraft painted in the competition’s livery. The plane recently undertook its maiden flight to Paris, the location of this year’s final on July 10.

Alitalia Returns to China with Service to Beijing

Alitalia will inaugurate a new Rome-Beijing direct flight on July 18, resuming service between Italy and the People's Republic of China.

Hermitage Welcomes ‘Greece in Russia’ Events

An imposing statue of the archaic Kore 670 is the center piece of the newly launched 'Greece in Russia' events at the State Hermitage in St Petersburg.

British Airways to Begin Flights to Kalamata and Chania

British Airways, the UK’s flagship carrier airline, has announced the start of its flights for summer 2016 in Greece launching routes to Kalamata and Chania.

‘Kos Made of Summer’ Campaign Ready, Extra Promotional Activities Announced

The South Aegean Region last week announced a series of actions aimed at boosting the image of the Dodecanese island of Kos following the negative media portrayal due to the ongoing refugee crisis.

Santorini to Go Viral through HotelBrain-Intimissimi Digital Campaign

The Greek island of Santorini this weekend will "star" in a dynamic digital campaign and is expected to be "shared" over 16 million times among social media users all over the world.