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Athenian Riviera Projects Worth €10bn Pick Up Pace

Already home to some of the country’s finest hotels, recreational and cultural spaces, the Athenian Riviera is set to see impressive growth in the coming years.

Ο 1ος ορεινός αγώνας ‘Γύρος της Δονούσας’ στο πλαίσιο του Cyclades Trail Cup

Ο πρώτος αγώνας ορεινού τρεξίματος, “Ο Γύρος της Δονούσας”, θα πραγματοποιηθεί στο νησί της Δονούσας στο πλαίσιο του Cyclades Trail Cup.

Greece-bound Tourists from Russia, US and Germany Spend More in June

Russian, US and German holidaymakers spent more on their vacation in Greece in June, according to data by the Bank of Greece.

Commission: EU on Path to Recovery 10 Years After Crisis, Greece Still Getting Aid

Ten years after the start of the crisis, Greece is the only EU member state out of eight still receiving financial assistance, the European Commission said.

‘Travel Trade Athens 2017’ Event Aims to Attract More Visitors to Greek Capital

As arrivals to the Greek capital are reaching an all time high this year, the Municipality of Athens is aiming for more with its signature annual trade event "Travel Trade Athens 2017".

UK Mulling Over EU Visa-free Travel Post Brexit

The British government appears to be considering allowing EU nationals to travel to Britain without a visa, following UK's exit from the European Union.

July Container Traffic from Piraeus Down by 4.4%

Outbound container traffic from Piraeus dropped by 4.4 percent in July but reported positive performance in the first seven months of the year, up by 2.5 percent.

European Airports Welcome 9% More Passengers in H1

The number of passengers going through European airports increased by 9 percent in the first half of the year, according to airport trade body ACI Europe.

Eurostat: Popularity of Sea Cruises in the EU

Most passengers choose Italy to start their cruise in Europe, according to Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.

UNWTO Launches ‘Travel.Enjoy.Respect’ Campaign

The UNWTO has launched a consumer-oriented campaign to raise awareness of the value and contribution that sustainable tourism can make towards development.

Lights, Cameras, Action… on Syros Come October

Syros authorities are moving full speed ahead with plans to make the island a prime filming location, with a new production set for October 2017.

International Reality Show Producers Eyeing Greece

UK and Swedish reality show producers will be in Greece over the next few months to shoot their latest projects in Chania, Crete, among other locations.

Central Macedonia Named ‘European Entrepreneurial Region’

Central Macedonia was recently honored with the "European Entrepreneurial Region" title for its strategy and commitment in boosting entrepreneurship.

Lufthansa Receives German Gov’t Support to Take Over Assets of Air Berlin

Lufthansa has received more support from the German government in its bid to take over assets of insolvent airline Air Berlin.

Tripoli to Hold ‘Shock Price’ Sales Event to Support Local Entrepreneurs

The Greek city of Tripoli will host a “Shock Price” sales event on Wednesday, August 30, in an effort to support local enterprises and promote the area’s culture.

Popular Greek Singers to Hit the Stage at the 82nd TIF

Some of Greece’s most popular singers and musicians will appear on stage at a music festival to take place during the 82nd Thessaloniki International Fair.

ITB Berlin to Hold LGBT Workshops in Japan

ITB Berlin on August 23 and 24 will host two workshops on lesbian and gay travel and the expanding LGBT market for the first time in Japan.

Emirates: Symposium on Aviation Security in Dubai

Emirates Group Security will hold the AVSEC Global symposium on aviation security in Dubai between October 8 and 10.