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Report Explores Seasonality, Link to Greece Tourism Revenue

Exploring the causes of seasonality in Greek tourism and finding ways to effectively deal with the issue are the focus of a GSEE report.

Tourism Giving Greek Property Market a Boost

The robust performance of Greece's tourism sector is giving the country’s property market a much-needed boost, according to German daily Handelsblatt.

All Inclusive Resorts Account for 2.2% of Greece Total

All inclusive resorts account for 2.2 percent of Greece’s total accommodation units, according to Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.

Thomas Cook: Double-digit Growth in Summer 2017 Bookings to Greece

Tour Operator Thomas Cook has recorded a robust 22 percent increase in summer 2017 bookings for Greece compared to the previous year.

Brexit: UK’s Free Movement with EU to End in March 2019

The free movement of people between the United Kingdom and the European Union will end in March 2019 when Britain leaves the EU.

Kenshō Fine Dining Restaurant Wins Global Award for ‘Best Food Styling/Presentation’

The Kenshō Fine Dining Restaurant on Mykonos was the global winner in the "Best Food Styling/Presentation" category at the World Luxury Restaurant Awards.

Santo Maris Oia Nominated for Greece’s Best Resort Spa for 2017

The spa of the Santo Maris Oia on Santorini has been nominated in the World Spa Awards 2017 that recognizes service excellence provided to spa guests.

Special ‘Democracy and Film’ Weekend at Costa Navarino in September

The New York Times "Athens Democracy Forum" and Costa Navarino will offer an experience focused on the theme of “Democracy and Film” during September 15-17.

Air France-KLM to Acquire 31% Stake in Virgin Atlantic

The Air France-KLM Group will acquire a 31 percent stake in Virgin Atlantic, currently held by Virgin Group.

Hong Kong Airlines to Launch Flights to Los Angeles in December

Hong Kong Airlines has announced the launch of a direct service between Hong Kong and Los Angeles International Airport as of December 18, 2017.

The New Era of the Greek Hotel Market as Seen by the ‘100% Hotel Show’ – Opinion

Dimitris Antonakos, the founder of the "100% Hotel Show", presents his perspective on the new reality of the industry of Greek hoteliers.

Greece Hotels Under Public Revenue Authority Scrutiny

Greece's independent Authority for Public Revenue said it would begin inspections of hotel businesses across the country in efforts to curb tax evasion.

Greek Seamen Suspend Planned Strike at Rafina Port

Greece’s ferry services from the port of Rafina will be conducted normally between August 1 and 3, as Greek Seamen decided to suspend their strike action.

Greece Hospitality Tax to Hamper Small Hotel Upgrades

A new accommodation tax set to take effect next year is expected to put a damper on plans by smaller hotel units to renovate or upgrade.

Hellinikon Plans to Include Six Towers, Metropolitan Park

A 7-billion-euro project to develop Hellinikon, Athens' former airport, will include the construction of six 200-meter-tall buildings.

Culture Ministry to Re-submit Request for Amphipolis Funding

Culture ministry officials will meet next week with Central Macedonia Region and NSRF authorities to discuss funding for the Amphipolis project.

Kos’ Archaeological Museum Reopens on July 29

The Archaeological Museum of Kos will reopen to the public on Saturday, July 29, as it remained closed for a week, following a strong earthquake last week.

‘Acqua Vatos Paros’ Completes First Month of Operation with Full Occupancy

Acqua Vatos Paros, the first venture of Aqua Vista Hotels on Paros, successfully opened its doors with full occupancy from the very first day of operation.

Hilton Athens Announced Official Hotel of ‘Athens Marathon. The Authentic’

Hilton Athens is the Official Hotel of this year’s “Athens Marathon. The Authentic”, which will take place on November 12 in Athens.

Creta Maris Awarded for Staff Excellence

The Creta Maris Beach Resort was awarded by its guests with the “Quality Award 2016”, in the “Staff Service” category, in recognition of its staff excellence.