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KLM Welcomes ABN AMRO Bank to Corporate BioFuel Programme

The ABN AMRO bank has become the 12th partner in KLM’s Corporate BioFuel Program. Corporations participating in the KLM program pay a surcharge that covers the price difference between sustainable biofuel and traditional kerosene.

WTM London, ONBC Announce Launch of 2016 Official LGBT Village

World Travel Market (WTM) London recently announced the 2016 launch of the Official LGBT Village at WTM London.

U.S. Begins Changes to Visa Waiver Program Entry Requirements

The United States on Thursday began implementing changes under the Visa Waiver Program Improvement and Terrorist Travel Prevention Act of 2015. Citizens of the 38 countries in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) must now obtain a visa if they have visited Iran, Iraq, Sudan and...

UNWTO Expresses Support for Greek Tourism

Geopolitical developments and the refugee situation were the main topics discussed between Greece's Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura and the UN World Tourism Organization's (UNWTO) secretary general, Taleb Rifai, in a meeting during the 36th International Tourism Trade...

Greek Seamen Announce New 48-hour Strike, No Ferries on Jan 27-28

The Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) on Thursday announced a new 48-hour strike on January 27 and January 28.

Ancient Lefkada Theater Unearthed

Archaeologists have unearthed an ancient theater on the Greek island of Lefkada in the area of Koulmos Hill, the culture ministry said on Wednesday.

Greece’s Halkidiki Lures Investments for Tourism Projects

The region of Halkidiki in northern Greece, has attracted more than 300 million euros in investments in tourism in the last three years, the Halkidiki Tourism Organization (HTO) said this week.

Caldera Yachting… for the Optimal Sailing Experience!

If you're looking for an exceptional and unforgettable experience that offers the comfort and pleasure of luxury personalized cruises around the island of Santorini then you're searching for Caldera Yachting!

TripAdvisor: Greek Hotels Named Among World’s and Europe’s Best for 2016

Travelers worldwide have placed several Greek hotels on TripAdvisor's 2016 lists for top accommodations in the world and Europe.

BlueGrowth II Rewards Innovation, Startups for Positive Change

Inspiration and innovation were the focus of the 2nd Blue Growth startup competition held at the Piraeus Marine Club on Tuesday, bringing to the fore young entrepreneurs and their concepts and business models which aim to have a positive impact on the country’s marine and...

‘Music Village’ @ Athens Airport: Puppet Show, Chamber Music and Funky Tunes!

The Musicport of Athens International Airport (AIA) will welcome the "Music Village", one of the most dynamic artistic communities in Europe, this Friday, January 22, and offer moments of art, music and joy to passengers and visitors.

Oι νέες αντικειμενικές τιμές των ακινήτων σε όλη την Ελλάδα

Δημοσιεύτηκε στο ΦΕΚ η απόφαση ΠΟΛ 1009 του υπουργείου Οικονομικών για την αναπροσαρμογή των αντικειμενικών τιμών του συστήματος αντικειμενικού προσδιορισμού της αξίας των με οποιαδήποτε αιτία μεταβιβαζομένων ακινήτων, που βρίσκονται σε περιοχές εντός σχεδίου όλη...

Cosco Group Set to Acquire 67% of Piraeus Port

China's Cosco Group will acquire 67 percent of Piraeus Port Authority (OLP), Greece's largest port, after the company submitted an improved offer of 368.5 million euros, the Greek privatization fund TAIPED announced on Wednesday.

Year 2015: Safest Ever to Fly

The previous year was the safest in aviation history, according to Aviation Safety Network (ASN), despite two deadly disasters with a toll of 374 people.

Greece’s Tourism Minister Kountoura Meets Spain’s Queen Letizia

Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura on Wednesday met with Queen Letizia of Spain during the opening ceremony of the 36th International Tourism Trade Fair FITUR at Feria de Madrid.

Minoan Lines: Change of Itineraries Due to 48-hour Strike on Jan 20-22

Minoan Lines informs its passengers that due to the announced 48-hour strike in Greece by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Association (PNO) as of Wednesday, January 20 at 6am up to Friday, January 22 at 6am, itineraries on the Heraklion – Piraeus line and Patras – Igoumenitsa –...

Thessaloniki Hoteliers Zoom in on Austrian Tourists

Introducing novel tourism products that will suit the tastes of Austrian travelers is the Thessaloniki Hotels Association’s (THA) latest project following the insight gained during the Ferien Μesse International Tourism Fair held in Vienna last week.

‘Daily Mail’ Tells All to ‘Explore History & Heartbreak’ at Greece’s Spinalonga

Daily Mail writer Helen Atkinson may describe Spinalonga, the Greek island off Crete, as a “tiny speck”, but she’s quick to point out that if you’re into history and fiction then this is the place to visit.

Greek Freight Transport Examined at Day Event

Reliable and economical international freight transport was the focus of a day event held last month by the Supply Chain Institute with over 100 professionals from the trade, airline and customs sectors in attendance.

Grivalia Properties Appoints Stefanos Vlastos as New Hospitality Director

Aiming to strengthening its presence in the field of tourism real estate, leading Greek real estate investment company Grivalia Properties REIC recently announced that Stefanos Vlastos has been appointed to the newly created position of Hospitality Director.