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Pioneering Greeks: Nikolas & Manos Smyrlakis, Founders of “Finest Roots” Premium Spirits

This week the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces Manos and Nikolas Smyrlakis, founders of the "Finest Roots", a premium brand offering four traditional Greek liqueurs.

Posted On 16 Sep 2016

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No Ferries in Greece September 22-23 Due to 48-hour Strike

Ferry boats in Greece will not be in service from 6am on Thursday, September 22, until 6am on Saturday, September 24, as the Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) has announced a 48-hour strike.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Greek Tourism Boosts Employment in First Seven Months of 2016

The Greek tourism sector remains one of the country’s driving forces contributing some 82 percent to the increase in employment in the first seven months of the year, according to the latest labor ministry data.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Greece Explores Cross-border E-commerce Opportunities with China’s Alibaba, Partnerships Announced

A new page in Greece's trade and tourism has opened with the recent discussions of Greek ministers and businessmen with representatives from the world’s largest e-commerce group, Alibaba, according to the Athens Chamber of Tradesmen.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Greek Gov’t Welcomes Juncker’s Pledge for United Europe

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker’s call for a united Europe; one that is fair, tolerant and safe, was warmly received by the Greek government this week.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Hellenic Seaways Up for Grabs, Let the Bidding Begin

A 40.4 percent stake in ferry services provider Hellenic Seaways (HSW) is up for sale after Piraeus Bank launched an open international tender for the company this week.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Creta Beach Hotel & Bungalows Panoramic View

Creta Beach Hotel & Bungalows the Place to Be in October

A Civitel Group member, Creta Beach Hotel & Bungalows is proud to add the “Powering Global Travel Award 2015” to its list of achievements and invites travelers to take advantage of its fall discounts.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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IndiGo Signs its First Ever GDS Agreement with Travelport

IndiGo, India’s largest domestic airline, will now distribute all of its fares and ancillary products to Travelport-connected customers worldwide.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Η εντυπωσιακή εκκίνηση των κολυμβητών του Navarino Challenge αφήνοντας πίσως τους το πανέμορφο λιμάνι της Πύλου (photo credit: Loukas Hapsis).

‘Navarino Challenge 2016’ in Greece Wraps Up with Great Success

Some 2,000 amateur and professional athletes of all ages embraced the "Navarino Challenge 2016" sports tourism event in Messinia and Costa Navarino in Greece and participated in more than 15 activities from September 9 to 11.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Pass Go… Thessaloniki Monopoly Finally Here!

The Thessaloniki Monopoly recently made its debut at the 81st Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), with the northern port city’s famous monuments, hotels, and landmarks adorning the board.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Athens Airport Goes Blue to Honor Democracy

Athens International Airport (AIA) is participating in the “Blue Athens Initiative”, held on the occasion of the International Day of Democracy, which is celebrated every year on September 15.

Posted On 15 Sep 2016

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Athens Named UNESCO World Book Capital for 2018

Athens, Greece, has been named "World Book Capital" for 2018 on the recommendation of the programme’s Advisory Committee, Irina Bokova, the Director-General of UNESCO, announced on Wednesday.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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Tourism Minister Expects Record Rise in Arrivals to Greece

Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said she expects a record rise in the number of arrivals this year and increased revenue thanks in large part to the ministry’s targeted actions.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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Greek Tourism Professionals Introduced to E-commerce Gateway to China: Alibaba

Greek trade and tourism entrepreneurs, keen on opening up to the Chinese market, were introduced to the world’s largest e-commerce group, Alibaba, a Chinese company active in consumer-to-consumer, business-to-consumer and business-to-business sales services via web portals.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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SETE: Greece’s Jan.-Aug. 2016 Incoming Traffic Marks Upturn

Incoming traffic through Greece’s main airports escalated in the first eight months of the year up by 6.5 percent or by an additional 753,000 arrivals, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) said on Wednesday.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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Greece’s Asset Body Chief Says ‘Matter of Time’ Before Waterways Operate

Waterways on Corfu, Paxi and Patra are set to operate immediately, Public Assets Management Fund (TAIPED) President Stergios Pitsiorlas said this week.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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‘Dinner in the Sky’ in Athens to Say Goodbye for the Winter

“Dinner in the Sky" on October 5 will say farewell for the winter, after having offered the most unique and special meals - at a height of 50 meters - to more than 3,000 visitors from over 72 countries.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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Sky Express to Launch Athens-Chios Service

Sky Express will launch flights from Athens to the Northeastern Aegean island of Chios as of October 1.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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Etihad Airways Teams Up with Luxury Brand Jimmy Choo

Etihad Airways, the official airline of New York Fashion Week, has extended its commitment to the global fashion industry by collaborating with iconic luxury brand Jimmy Choo.

Posted On 14 Sep 2016

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