Month: January 2018 | Page 8

Beautiful Apella beach hidden between high mountains on Karpathos island. Greece. Photo Source: Visit Greece

Forbes Places Karpathos Among Budget Travel Picks for 2018

Forbes has included the island of Karpathos in the Dodecanese among the best budget places to travel in 2018, based on the preferences of tourism experts.

Posted On 16 Jan 2018

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Qatar Airways’ Ultra-modern Airbus A350 Lands at Athens Airport

Qatar Airways recently flew the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 to the Athens Airport, where the flight was greeted by a water canon salute.

Posted On 16 Jan 2018

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UNWTO: 2017 Int’l Tourist Arrivals Up by 7%, Reach 1.32 Billion

International tourist arrivals increased by 7 percent in 2017 and reached a total of 1.32 billion, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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Piraeus Port Upgrade Master Plan Soon Up for Public Discussion

A master plan for the development of the Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) is set to go up for public discussion with municipalities and local stakeholders in February.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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Greek Casino Law Causes Commotion

Authorities on Santorini and Mykonos have expressed their opposition over revisions to a legal framework, covering the licensing procedures and operation of casino ventures.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

, By Maria Paravantes

Greece’s Regional Airports See 10.3% Passenger Increase

Arrivals at Greece's 14 regional airports currently run by Fraport increased by 10.3 percent in 2017 compared to 2016, reaching a total of 27.6 million passengers.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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Kaiafa Thermal Springs, Kaiafa Lake. Photo Source: Hellenic Association of Municipalities with Thermal Springs.

First Steps Towards Kaiafa Lake Area Overhaul

The invitation for the modernization of infrastructure at Kaiafa Lake in southwestern Greece, including the area’s thermal springs, was issued on Monday.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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UK Survey Says Box-office Blockbusters Spur Travel Bookings

A survey carried out across the UK showed that one in five Britons went ahead and booked a vacation, days after watching a film.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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Hilton Athens’ ‘Aethrion’ Combines Fine Tastes and Art

Hilton Athens' all-day coffee and lounge bar Aethrion has reopened to provide its guests with a unique experience, combining unique flavors and art.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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Entrada Welcomes Egypt Express Travel to its Network

Entrada, a global central reservation and travel sales system, recently welcomed Egypt Express Travel to its network of associates.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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Greek Shipping Giants Purchase Most Second-hand Vessels in 2017

Greek shipping magnates spent over 4.47 billion dollars in second-hand vessels, accounting for 23 percent of all investments in used ships in 2017.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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Greek Hoteliers Send Minister Notes on Tourism Bill

Greek hoteliers are calling on Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura to re-examine a series of revisions to a draft bill, which includes a provision on special tourism infrastructure.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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Thessaloniki in northern Greece. Photo Source: @Thessaloniki Tourism Organization

New Flights Link Thessaloniki with Destinations in Europe, Asia

New flights connecting Thessaloniki’s Macedonia Airport - currently run by Fraport Greece - with popular destinations in Europe and Asia are expected to launch in 2018.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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AEGEAN, Olympic Air Cancel, Reschedule Flights Due to Strike on Jan. 15

Flight cancellations have been announced by AEGEAN and Olympic Air for Monday, January 15, due to strike action announced by Greece's air traffic controllers.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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Four Suitors Vying for Athens Metro Line 4 Shortlisted

Four contractors have been shortlisted to take on one of the Greek capital’s major infrastructure works, the expansion of Athens metro Line 4.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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Amsterdam to Impose 30-day Limit on Airbnb-style Rentals

In efforts to rein in short-term home rentals, officials in Amsterdam said the city would be imposing a cap of 30 nights per year as of 2019.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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SWOT Enters into Partnership with ‘Dinner in the Sky’

SWOT | Simple Way Of Tourism has entered into a partnership with Dinner in the Sky, an award-winning culinary proposal in the center of Athens.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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Konstantinos Machairas Director Organization Earth

Pioneering Greeks: Konstantinos Machairas, Director of Organization Earth

This week the Pioneering Greeks column introduces Konstantinos Machairas, director of Organization Earth, a Greek NGO focusing on the environment.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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The managing director of Limotours Hellas Anastasios Korovesis.

Limotours Hellas Receives ‘Signum Virtutis’ Seal of Excellence

Limotours Hellas SA was recently honored for its chauffeur services with the Signum Virtutis seal of excellence at the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

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