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Historic Hotels of Europe Opens Voting for 2017 Excellence Awards

Historic Hotels of Europe (HHE) is inviting past guests and discerning travellers to vote in its fifth annual awards, honouring excellence among almost 500 historic hotels in 18 European countries.

Spreading the Word About Greece to Cost €10m

Promoting Greece abroad and boosting the country’s image is a top priority for the government, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said on Tuesday, adding that he will double the given budget to 10 million euros to achieve the best results for both the economy and society.

Kountoura to Represent Greece at St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in Russia

Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura and Deputy Foreign Minister Dimitris Mardas will represent the Greek Government at the 20th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) that will take place June 16-18 in Russia.

Greek Travel Agents Federation Expresses Concern Over Civil Aviation Workers Strike Next Week

The federation of Greek travel agents, fedHATTA, has expressed concerns about the five-day strike announced for next week by the union representing the staff of the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority and which is expected to affect both domestic and international flights.

Commission Defends Passenger Rights, IATA Nods to Clarity

The European Commission is calling for a stricter enforcement of rules so that passenger rights are respected, laying out the details in its new guidelines published this week.

Blue Star Ferries: 30% Discount on Ferry Tickets to Lesvos, Chios, Kos and Leros

Greek passenger shipping company Blue Star Ferries has announced a 30 percent discount on the ferry tickets of travellers that will vacation this summer on the islands of Lesvos, Chios, Kos and Leros.

Turkish Airlines Takes Part in Posidonia 2016 Shipping Expo in Greece

Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Turkey, participated with its own booth in Posidonia 2016, the world’s most prestigious shipping exhibition, that took place at the Athens Metropolitan Expo during June 6-10.

Creta Maris Celebrates ‘Blue Flag’ Eco-label Award

The Creta Maris resort in Hersonissos, Crete, recently celebrated the 'Blue Flag' eco-label award for its beach with an official flag-raising event.

‘Theatricult’ Contest: Win Invitations to the Athens & Epidaurus Festival!

Athens International Airport (AIA) recently announced a contest for lovers of theater and culture, as part of its digital campaign “Speak Aθenian. Be an Aθenian.” and invites all to have a “Theatricult” experience in Athens.

No Change in EU Tax Guidelines for Shipping, Commissioner Bulc Says

The European Commission does not intend to alter the existing guidelines, regarding the taxation of shipping activities, Transport Commissioner Violeta Bulc said during a joint press conference with the Union of Greek Shipowners President Theodore Veniamis on the sidelines of the...

Ship ‘Resting’ at Zakynthos Navagio Beach Deteriorating

The shipwrecked MV Panagiotis 'gracing' the world famous Navagio Beach on the Greek isle of Zakynthos is at risk, a team of experts visiting the site said last week.

Chios Mastic Museum Opens, Celebrates Greek Nature’s Wondrous ‘Tear’

The mastic of Chios, its harvest and its secrets take center stage thanks to a new museum which opened its doors to the public this weekend in the village of Pyrgi.

Cobalt Receives Operating License, Launches Operations

Cobalt, the new Cyprus-based airline, has received its operating license by the Cypriot Air Transport Licensing Authority and can now launch commercial services.

Renovated Aldemar Cretan Village Resort is ‘Dressed’ to Impress this Summer

This summer, all 104 rooms of the Aldemar Cretan Village Resort will be greeting guests with a breath of fresh air.

Condor ‘Flies High’ and Treats Greek Travel Agents to ‘Dinner in the Sky’ in Athens

Condor, the leisure airline of Thomas Cook Group Airlines, in celebration of another year of flying direct from Greek destinations to eight German cities, recently hosted a special event for its partner travel agents in Greece.

Civitel Attik Pool Welcomes All to Chill for Summer 2016

Civitel Attik, member of Civitel Hotels & Resorts group, welcomes all to chill out by the pool this summer and experience carefree moments under the Athenian sun.

New Digital Classroom @Acropolis Museum Makes Learning Fun

The Acropolis Museum now takes pride in its new digital classroom - the first of its kind in Greece - complete with the latest in technology to make learning fun and effective presented at a special ceremony last week.

TUI Boss to Address UNWTO & WTM Ministers’ Summit on Safe and Seamless Travel

Fritz Joussen, the new chief executive at travel giant TUI Group, will make the opening address at the UNWTO & WTM Ministers’ Summit at World Travel Market London 2016.

Πανεπιστήμιο Αιγαίου: Μεταπτυχιακό Δίπλωμα Ειδίκευσης στην Στρατηγική Τουριστικής Ανάπτυξης & Hospitality

Το Μεταπτυχιακό Πρόγραμμα «Σχεδιασμός, Διοίκηση και Πολιτική του Τουρισμού» του Πανεπιστημίου Αιγαίου απονέμει Μεταπτυχιακό Δίπλωμα Ειδίκευσης, στις εξής κατευθύνσεις: Α. Στρατηγική Τουριστικής Ανάπτυξης και Β. Διοίκηση Φιλοξενίας...

Civil Aviation Workers to Hold Five-day Strike Next Week

The Federation οf Associations οf Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (OSYPA) has announced that its members will hold a five-day strike next week, from Monday to Friday.