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Erdogan and Tsipras Agree to Disagree

A series of "touchy" bilateral issues topped the agenda of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s meeting with Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras in Athens on Thursday.

Tusk: Brexit Challenge Still Ahead, Next Phase for Talks

Satisfied with the progress made in Brexit talks thus far, European Council President Donald Tusk said the most difficult challenge still lies ahead.

Lower Purchase Limits Boost Tax Free Shopping in Greece by 12%

Tax free shopping picked up pace in Greece over the last 12 months marking a 63 percent increase in sales and a 12 percent rise in purchase value.

Santorini’s ‘Akrotiri’ Site to be Presented in Athens Event

The Municipality of Thira will feature Santorini's archaeological site of Akrotiri during its fourth annual meeting in Athens.

Athens Airport Hosts Senior Aviation, Tourism Executives at 5th ‘ACES-Athens’

More than 160 senior executives from the air transport and tourism sectors participated in the 5th Airport Chief Executives’ Symposium organized by Athens International Airport (AIA).

Travelport Develops New Mobile App for Fiji Airways

Travel commerce platform Travelport has signed an agreement with Fiji Airways to provide the airline with a mobile application powered by its Travelport Fusion product.

ΞΕΕ: Ξεκινά επίσημα η εφαρμογή του προγράμματος πιστοποίησης ‘Boutique Hotel’

Ξεκινά στις 11 Δεκεμβρίου επίσημα η εφαρμογή του προγράμματος πιστοποίησης ξενοδοχείων με το σήμα “Boutique Hotel” του ΞΕΕ.

Navona Restaurant Introduces ‘Smoked Fridays’ Events

The Navona Italian restaurant-bar of Makedonia Palace in Thessaloniki is organizing the “Smoked Fridays” theme events.

Greek Hoteliers Say Short-term Rental Law Null

Greek hoteliers expressed their doubts over whether a new law can control Airbnb-like operations and curb illegal activity.

Alexandros Vassilikos Appointed New President of Hellenic Chamber of Hotels

Alexandros Vassilikos, CEO of AIROTEL Group of Hotels, has been appointed as the new president of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

Greece Top Choice for Polish Travelers Backed by 30 New Flights

Thirty new direct flights to Greek destinations are boosting the Poles’ interest in Greece which now holds 31 percent of the market share.

Airline Executives Express Concerns Over Travel in post-Brexit Era

Airline executives are calling on the UK to come up with a post-Brexit regulation policy in order for the industry to continue operating as normal, following the country's exit from the EU.

WWF Greece Issues Impact Study of Agia Zoni II Oil Spill, Calls for Sanctions

WWF Greece has released a report on the impact of the oil spill that affected Salamina and the Saronic Gulf coastline, after the Greek-flagged Agia Zoni II sank in September.

EasyJet to Link London with Volos, Thessaly, in Summer 2018

Easyjet in June 2018 will launch direct flights from Gatwick Airport in London to the Nea Aghialos airport in Greece that serves the city of Volos in Thessaly.

Skytrax: Lufthansa Becomes First Five-star Airline in Europe

Lufthansa has received the five-star certification from Skytrax and became the first five-star airline in Europe.

Hilton Athens Welcomes Holiday Season with Christmas Carols, Charity Bazaar

Hilton Athens is welcoming the holiday season with thousands of lights, Christmas trees, carols and a number of festivities, including a charity bazaar.

Smile Acadimos Holds Christmas Party at New Northern Athens Branch

Greek travel agency Smile Acadimos recently threw a Christmas party for its staff, executives, associates and friends in its new Halandri branch in northern Athens.

Χριστούγεννα στην Αθήνα: 220 εορταστικές εκδηλώσεις σε 34 ημέρες

Οι εκδηλώσεις των Χριστουγέννων στην Αθήνα θα ξεκινήσουν την Τρίτη 12 Δεκεμβρίου με τη φωταγώγηση του Χριστουγεννιάτικου δέντρου στην πλατεία Συντάγματος.

Greece is an Attractive Investment Destination, Says PM Tsipras

Greece is returning to growth and has become an attractive investment destination, according to Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras.

Greece Sees Rise in 2018 Bookings from US Market

Early bookings from the US market to Greece for the 2018 tourism season have kicked off with a 10% increase, according to Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.