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Hotel Grande Bretagne Kicks Off Holiday Season with Christmas Tree Lighting

The Hotel Grande Bretagne officially kicked off the holiday season on Monday, December 5, with the ceremonial lighting of its Christmas tree in the lobby.

Thessaloniki Ushers in Xmas Season with ‘Asterocosmos’

Thessaloniki is ready for Christmas and its annual "Asterocosmos" awaits visitors to celebrate all season long starting with the official launch on Saturday, December 10, featuring popular band Vegas at the TIF-Helexpo center.

Air France to Increase Capacity on Paris – Cape Town Route

To meet the strong market demand, Air France will serve Cape Town throughout the summer 2017 season from Paris-Charles de Gaulle with three weekly flights operated by Airbus A330 and Boeing 777, equipped with the latest travel cabins in Business, Premium Economy and Economy.

Fears for Thessaloniki Tourism Due to Works on Airport Runway

Greek professionals are calling for the postponement of works on Thessaloniki's airport runway, fearing that incoming tourism in summer 2017 will be hit.

‘Greek Breakfast’ Currently Served in 800 Hotels in Greece

Since the launch of the "Greek Breakfast" initiative in 2010, a total of 800 hoteliers across Greece have incorporated local products into their morning offerings, upgrading their quality, promoting local gastronomic traditions and paving the way for financial benefits for local...

Minoan Lines Amends Itineraries Due to Ferry Workers Strike

Minoan Lines has amended itineraries on the domestic and Adriatic lines due to the strike in Greece by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Association (PNO).

Greek-China Body to Push for Investment, Partnerships

A new body aiming to boost ties between China and Greece through collaborations and investment will be presented on December 9 in Thessaloniki.

‘Miles Away Travel’ Wins Over the Crowds with Sifnos Showcase

Miles Away Travel brought the Cycladic island of Sifnos to Athens during the 3rd International Greek Tourism Expo held last month winning over the crowds with its innovative presentation.

Asteroupoli: Christmas Village Brings Holiday Cheer to Ioannina!

Asteroupoli, Greece’s largest Christmas Village in Ioannina, recently opened its doors with activities for all to bring in the holiday cheer.

Greece Shines at 2nd Grecka Panorama Poland

Greek sunshine spread across Poland last week during the 2nd Grecka Panorama which attracted more than 7,000 visitors and over 600 B2B meetings between Greek producers and Polish buyers.

Travelife Appoints Thomas Cook’s Peter Grandell to the Board

Travelife has appointed Peter Grandell, the Director of Operations for Hotel & Resorts at Thomas Cook, to the Travelife Board.

Jet Airways Upgrades Service Offerings on all ex AMS Routes

Jet Airways is set to enhance its service offering on all its ex-Amsterdam routes with the introduction of First Class suites to the existing Premiere product.

Etihad Airways Wins ‘World’s Leading Airline’ Award for Eighth Year Running

For the eighth year in a row, Etihad Airways has won the "World’s Leading Airline" award at the annual World Travel Awards.

EU Funds to Go Towards Upgrade of Greece’s Tourist Product

Activities relating to Greek tourism are set to tap into some 300 million euros in EU subsidies, the Secretary General for Tourism Policy and Development, Yiorgos Tziallas recently informed.

Astir Palace Redevelopment Plan Presented, Resort to Re-open in 2018

Greece's landmark coastal Astir Palace resort is expected to re-open in early 2018, following a redevelopment plan that includes the renovation of both Arion and Nafsika hotels, the development of 13 residences, the creation of a new park and a significant upgrade of the marina.

Aegean, Sky Express & Astra Flying Stranded Students Back to Athens

Aegean Airlines, Sky Express and Astra stepped in with temporary flights to bring back students from the island of Crete who were stranded there due to an ongoing strike by Greek seamen.

Thessaloniki’s TIF-Helexpo Teams Up with China Fair Organizer

Greece's national exhibition body TIF-Helexpo has joined forces with Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center Management.

Aqua Vista Adds ‘Agnadi Villa’ to Growing Portfolio

Aqua Vista Hotels has added the Agnadi Villa, located on Santorini, to its growing portfolio.

Tourism Awards 2017: Entry Guidelines Released

The entry guidelines for the fourth edition of the Tourism Awards, which acknowledge the best practices in travel, hospitality and leisure across Greece, are now available.

Cyprus Airways Back in Action with New Airbus

Adorned with an olive branch, the symbol of Cyprus, the country’s re-launched carrier Cyprus Airways is set to begin operations soon after receiving its first aircraft and securing its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) by the end of the year.