Month: May 2016 | Page 2

Putin: Greece Could Welcome 3 Million Russian Tourists this Year if Visas are Issued Faster

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Greece could welcome three million Russian tourists this year if the problem of delays in visa issuance is solved.

Posted On 28 May 2016

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Aristotle’s Tomb Comes to Light?

Greece may be commemorating 2,400 years since Aristotle’s birth but it seems there’s more to celebrate as a Greek archaeologist revealed recently that he had found the great philosopher’s tomb.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Free Wi-Fi at Popular Archaeological Sites, Museums in Greece

Free WiFi will be available at 20 popular archaeological sites and museums in Greece, following an agreement announced between the Greek telecommunications provider OTE Group and the Culture and Sport Ministry.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Parnassos Ski Center Set for Revamp

Plans to direct financial backing from the so-called Juncker Plan to the upgrade of the Parnassos Ski Center topped the agenda of Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura’s meeting with mayors of the region.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Amadeus Report: ‘Luxury Travel’ Outpaces the Rest of the Travel Industry

Consumers’ desire for life experiences is spurring a growth in luxury travel that is outpacing the rest of the travel industry, finds a new Amadeus report featuring data from Tourism Economics.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Hilton Athens Promises ‘Sea Breeze’ Right in the City Center

As the heat starts to kick in and a cool dip in the water is a must, the Hilton Athens hotel has the perfect suggestion for a small "getaway" right in the center of the Greek capital.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Aegean Sees Higher Consolidated Revenue in 1st Quarter 2016 Results

Aegean announced key financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2016 with consolidated revenue at 147.9 million euros, seven percent higher compared to the first quarter of 2015.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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GEPOET: Greek Tourism Enterprises Federation Announces New Board

The General Panhellenic Federation of Tourism Enterprises (GEPOET) recently announced its new Board of Directors, which includes a strong representation of local unions of travel agencies and tourist coach companies from destinations such as Crete, Corfu, Macedonia-Thrace,...

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Summer Dose of Culture as Athens Festival Readies to Kick Off

The annual Athens Festival and its “cultural counterpart”, the Epidaurus Festival, are off to a fresh start this year with a new director and some 80 productions for all tastes to hit the stage come June.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Durex: Digital Distractions ‘Shrink’ Holiday Sex Drive

If you want to have sex while on holiday then turn off your technology… this is what a recent study by Durex found before the company launched its fascinating #DoNotDisturb campaign.

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Pioneering Greeks – tradeNOW, the First Greek Barter Trade Platform

This week the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces tradeNOW, the first Greek barter trade platform for products, services and real estate. The platform invites individuals and companies to use a contemporary version of the ancient practice of trading goods or services without...

Posted On 27 May 2016

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Putin on Greece: Tourism Breeds Trust and Friendship Among People

For Vladimir Putin, tourism breeds trust and friendship between people. So he said to Greek media one day before his official visit to Athens on Friday.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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The Ethniki Asfalistiki Conference Centre in Athens.

Athens Rises as a Conference Destination in the ICCA Rankings

Athens' global ranking as a business event destination of choice has gone up three places on the ICCA rankings list, moving the Greek capital city from 27th position in 2014 to 24th position in 2015.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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The crew of United Airlines flight UA125 celebrate the launch of Athens-New York/Newark nonstop service today, May 26.

United Airlines Begins Seasonal Nonstop Service Between Athens and New York

United Airlines on Thursday began nonstop flights between Athens and its New York hub, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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Tough Measures to Protect Kyparissia Shoreline, Sea Turtle

Considered one of the most well preserved coasts in Greece, and home to the endangered loggerhead sea turtle, the Kyparissia Gulf in the western Peloponnese, has come into the spotlight after a recent government decision which toughens restrictions for the use of the shoreline.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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Out of the Blue Resort Opens ‘Escape Rooms’, Invites All to Uncover Mysteries

Aiming to stay close to new entertainment trends, the Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort, located in Heraklio, Crete, has created and opened three live-action escape rooms on the hotel's premises and invites guests to solve mysteries by putting together puzzles and clues.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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In[n]Athens Hotel Appoints Social Mind to Handle Digital Activity

Thessaloniki-based digital marketing company Social Mind has been selected by In[n]Athens Hotel to handle its social media accounts and manage its online communication.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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UEFA EURO 2016: Turkish Airlines Launches ‘Meet Europe’s Best’ Campaign

Turkish Airlines, the Official Airline Partner to UEFA EURO 2016, has announced the full details of its "Meet Europe’s Best" campaign, which includes the launch of television commercials, unique plane liveries, ticket giveaways and a dedicated microsite.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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Miraggio Marina & Spa Splendor Takes Halkidiki by Storm

Whether it’s the state-of-the-art marina or the top-notch hospitality, the Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort in Halkidiki, is opening its doors on May 27 with a big bang.

Posted On 26 May 2016

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