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Crete Hotels Give Senior Travelers Fall, Winter Discounts

Aiming to boost year-round tourism, hotels on Crete are launching a discount holiday pilot program for senior travelers this fall and winter.

Central Macedonia Highlights its Best in ‘Just 60 Minutes Away’ Campaign

Titled “Just 60 Minutes Away”, a new campaign launched by the Central Macedonia Region aims to promote the area’s main attractions and proximity to Thessaloniki.

UNWTO: Code of Ethics for Tourism Becomes International Convention

The Code of Ethics for Tourism, the main policy document of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), has been transformed into an international convention in order to reinforce its effectiveness.

Nelios Launches New Service to Handle Media Requests of Hoteliers

Nelios has launched the Media Hub, a new service designed to handle the media requests of its hospitality industry associates.

Grace Santorini Featured on Forbes.com for its Hospitality, Views and Tastes

The discreet luxury of Grace Santorini has once again made headlines - this time on American business website Forbes.com.

Thessaloniki’s 82nd TIF was ‘Best of the Decade’

The 82nd Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) has been titled "the biggest of the last decade" after attracting over 260,000 visitors during September 9-17.

WTM London: British Airways’ Head to Talk About Radical Strategy

Alex Cruz, the chief executive of British Airways, will head an impressive line-up of aviation high-fliers at World Travel Market (WTM) London in November.

SWISS Takes Step to Digital Future, Gives Tablet Devices to Cabin Staff

As part of its ongoing endeavor to modernize and digitalize its working environment, SWISS will provide tablet devices to its cabin personnel.

‘Successful Branding Needs Creativity’ – Interview with Michael Antoniou, obqo

Michael Antoniou, the Creative Director of obqo Branding Agency, talks about the challenging task of developing well-designed brand identities for enterprises.

Greece Wins UNWTO ‘Best Video in Europe’ Award

Greece scooped the "Best Video in Europe" award at the UNWTO Tourism Video Competition 2017 with its “Greece – A 365-day Destination” production.

Greece Makes Proposal to Reactivate Joint Tourism Committee with Italy

Greece has proposed the reactivation of the Joint Tourism Committee with Italy to strengthen bilateral tourism activities between the two countries.

Experts Warn Against Swimming, Fishing Along Athens Riviera Due to Oil Spill

The beaches of Salamina, Faliro, Alimos, Hellenikon and Glyfada are off limits due to the oil spill in the Saronic Gulf.

Greece and Italy Sign Memorandum of Cooperation on Culture

In efforts to prevent the illicit trafficking of antiquities and protect cultural heritage, Greece and Italy signed a memorandum of cooperation in the field of culture.

Greece Condemns London Underground Station Terror Incident

Greece condemned the attack that took place at Parsons Green station in London on September 15, during which an improvised explosive device was detonated on a Tube train.

Rotterdam to Help Greece in Oil Spill Cleanup

A team of Dutch experts is expected to arrive in Athens to support Greek authorities in efforts to contain the oil spill in the Saronic Gulf.

UK Ambassador to Greece Speaks on Post-Brexit Prospects

The British ambassador to Greece Kate Smith underlined that Britain aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation with EU countries, including Greece, on foreign policy and defense.

More Luxury Hotels Planned for Santorini, Kos

Tourism and hospitality groups Sani/Ikos and Gencom have received the green light to proceed with major tourism investments on the islands of Kos and Santorini, respectively.

‘100 Resilient Cities’ Holds Inaugural ‘City Leaders’ Meeting in Athens

The inaugural meeting of the City Leaders Advisory Committee of the 100 Resilient Cities network, pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation, was held in Athens on September 15.

Spain’s Felipe Gonzalez Honored with City of Athens Democracy Award

Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis honored former Prime Minister of Spain Felipe González with the City of Athens Democracy Award.

Amorgos’ Yperia 2017 Convention to Discuss Benefits of Film Tourism for Greece

The benefits of film tourism for Greece will be discussed during the 15th Amorgos International Convention on Culture and Tourism - “Yperia 2017” in October.