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Passenger Traffic at Athens Airport Exceeds 2 Million Mark in June

Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport (AIA) presented a robust rise of 11.1 percent during June and reached 2.18 million.

E-device Ban on US-Bound Flights Easing Off

A US ban prohibiting any electronic devices larger than a smartphone on inbound flights from 10 Middle East and North Africa airports appears to be easing off.

Thessaloniki Promotes WWI Memorial Tourism

World War I memorials and sites in Greece have been identified and recorded in efforts to attract tourists, as part of a campaign by the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization. 

Forbes and Conde Nast Traveller Put Milos in the Spotlight

Forbes and Conde Nast Traveller recently put Milos in the spotlight, referring to the Greek island as a destination one should visit this summer.

Nominations Open for ‘Hotel Design Awards 2017’ in Greece

Nominations have opened for Greece’s "Hotel Design Awards 2017" architectural competition that will highlight the role design can play in hotel decoration.

National Geographic Supports Greece’s ‘Cyclades Trail Cup’ Event

National Geographic has produced a promotional TV spot to promote the Cyclades Trail Cup sports event and its six races for 2017.

Eugenie Niarchos to Present Latest Jewelry Collection at Belvedere Hotel on Mykonos

Designer Eugenie Niarchos will present her latest “ELEMENTA” jewelry collection at the VENYX Boutique of the Belvedere hotel on Mykonos.

EROSANTORINI: An Unrivalled Bespoke Travel Experience in Greece

The EROSANTORINI estate has won over the crowds with its ultimate bespoke hospitality services on Santorini, one of the world’s most spectacular locations.

Lesvos Getting Ready to Host 2017 Ouzo Fest

Lesvos is getting ready to host the Ouzo Fest 2017, an annual event dedicated to the world-renowned anise-flavored Greek spirit.

Attica Region Bringing Pedion tou Areos Park Back to Life

Attica Region authorities have set aside 1.5 million euros for repairs, maintenance and security of the central Pedion tou Areos Park in Athens.

SETKE: June Bookings Down for Greece’s Small Accommodation Facilities

Small tourism accommodation facilities in Greece recorded a decline in bookings and overnight stays for the month of June.

Shops in Greece Depend on Tourism Rise for Good Summer Sales Season

Retailers in Greece expect shopping gains during this summer sales season due to the increase in tourism, according to the Hellenic Confederation of Commerce and Entrepreneurship.

Travel Booking Tips and More by European Consumer Bodies

In efforts to ensure the rights of travelers, the European Consumer Centers Network (ECC-Net) looks into the hidden costs of tourism services.

Ministry Highlights Importance of Sports Tourism for Greece

The importance of sports events in promoting Greek tourism was highlighted by the Secretary General of Tourism Evridiki Kourneta, during the LG AegeanBall Festival on Syros.

Alonissos Honored as ‘Greek Destination of Environmental Sustainability’

The island of Alonissos topped the preferences of Nordic tourists as a Greek destination of environmental sustainability in a recent survey by tour operator Apollo Travel Group.

Lesante Blue Resort: First in Ionian to Join ‘Leading Hotels of the World’

The Lesante Blu Exclusive Beach Resort on Zakynthos recently became the first hotel in the Ionian Sea to join the "Leading Hotels of the World" collection.

Sofitel Athens Airport Receives ‘2017 Certificate of Excellence’ by TripAdvisor

The Sofitel Athens Airport and its “Karavi” restaurant were honored with the “2017 Certificate of Excellence” by travel planning and booking site TripAdvisor.

Secrets of Sustainable Nutrition at Costa Navarino

The 5-star Costa Navarino in Messinia, has joined forces with WWF Greece for the launch on July 20-23 of "The Magical World of Sustainable Nutrition”.

Celebrity Cruises Welcomes All to ‘Eden’ on its New Edge Class Ship

Celebrity Cruises recently revealed "Eden", the next exciting feature on its newest ship, Celebrity Edge, which debuts in 2018.

Avianca Voted ‘Best Airline in South America’ in 2017 Skytrax Awards

Colombian airline Avianca won the prestigious Skytrax award for Best Airline in "South America" at the recent 2017 Skytrax World Airline Awards.