Month: March 2017 | Page 2

2nd Place Marketing & Branding Conference in Larissa: Parallel Events

The parallel events to run during the 2nd Panhellenic Place Marketing and Place Branding Conference in Larissa on March 31-April 2 have been announced.

Posted On 30 Mar 2017

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The port of Syros. Photo by Theodoros Georntamilis

Sky Express: Ειδική έκπτωση 20% στους μόνιμους κατοίκους της Σύρου

Η Sky Express θα μειώσει τις τιμές των αεροπορικών εισιτηρίων κατά 20% για όλους τους μόνιμους κατοίκους της Σύρου κατά την περίοδο αιχμής.

Posted On 30 Mar 2017

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EU Welcomes Half a Billion International Tourists in 2016

International tourist arrivals to the EU increased by 4% in 2016, reaching almost 500 million or 40% of the world’s total, according to the UNWTO.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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‘Spatosimo’ Air Passenger Fee Now €12 for All Greek Airports

An amendment tabled in Parliament brings changes to a fee, known as the 'spatosimo', imposed on airline tickets of passengers travelling from Greek airports.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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IATA Calls for Alternatives to Electronic Restrictions on Certain Flights

IATA has called for alternatives to the new measures by the US and the UK to restrict the carry-on of large electronic items on certain flights from the Middle East and North Africa.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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The Article 50 notification letter was delivered to European Council President Donald Tusk by British Ambassador to the EU Tim Barrow on March 29.

Historic Moment for Europe: UK Triggers Article 50 and Begins Brexit Process

On Wednesday, March 29, UK Prime Minister Theresa May triggered Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty, officially launching Britain's exit from the EU.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Athens, Greece. Photo: Maria Theofanopoulou

New Pedestrianized Streets in Athens

The City of Athens is proceeding with its scheme to revamp the commercial center of Athens by creating two new pedestrianized streets, which will be accessible as of April 1.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Thessaloniki Mayor Says Holocaust Museum to Be Ready in 2019

The Holocaust Museum and Education Center for Human Rights will open its doors in 2019, according to Thessaloniki Mayor Yiannis Boutaris.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Ryanair Urges UK to Secure Flying Rights with EU Ahead of Brexit

Ryanair has called on the UK government to put aviation at the forefront of its negotiations with the EU and provide a coherent post-Brexit plan.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Smile Acadimos Opens New Branch, Reaches Out to Northern Athens Suburbs

Greek travel agency Smile Acadimos recently opened its second branch in the suburb of Halandri, north of the Greek capital.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Sea Tourism, Cruise Travel Come into Focus at 4th Posidonia Athens Forum

"Reinventing Cruising in the East Mediterranean" is the theme of this year's Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum to be held May 23-24 in Athens.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Kudos Again to Greek Isle Alonissos for ‘Green’ Practices

The Northern Sporades island of Alonissos has yet again gained recognition for its commitment to sustainable practices and policies clinching an award during this year’s Mediterranean Panorama 2017, held recently in Stockholm.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Ανακοινώθηκε το νέο Διοικητικό Συμβούλιο του ΗΑΤΤΑ

Ο Σύνδεσμος των εν Ελλάδι Τουριστικών & Ταξιδιωτικών Γραφείων (ΗΑΤΤΑ) συγκροτήθηκε σε σώμα κατά την πρώτη συνεδρίαση των εκλεγέντων στις 28 Μαρτίου.

Posted On 29 Mar 2017

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Die Welt: Greece to Welcome Record Number of German Tourists

Greece is seeing a 70 percent increase in bookings made by travellers from Germany, daily Die Welt said, citing figures from German research company GfK.

Posted On 28 Mar 2017

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Greek Ferry Shipping Traffic Steady for Easter

Ferry shipping traffic for the Orthodox Easter period is expected to record last year’s levels, according to the Greek Shipowners Association for Passenger Ships (SEEN).

Posted On 28 Mar 2017

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Thomas Cook: Bookings for Holidays in Greece Up 40%

Bookings for holidays in Greece are up 40 percent on last year, according to tour operator Thomas Cook.

Posted On 28 Mar 2017

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Greece Pre-bookings from Russia on the Rise

Pre-bookings by Russian travelers for Greece are picking up pace and have started earlier compared to last year, according to Russia’s tour operators.

Posted On 28 Mar 2017

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Consortium to Lend Fraport €1bn to Run 14 Regional Airports in Greece

A consortium of financial institutions will lend Fraport Greece approximately 1 billion euros for the 40-year concession of 14 airports across the country.

Posted On 28 Mar 2017

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Spyrou Philoxenia Expands in Sporades with Addition of Hotel on Alonnisos

Spyrou Philoxenia has expanded its presence in the Sporades island group with the addition of the three-star Agnanti Hotel on Alonnisos to its portfolio.

Posted On 28 Mar 2017

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