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President of the Greek Union of Air Travel Agencies (PETAGA) Yiorgos Maroutsos.

George Maroutsos, President Greek Union of Air Travel Agencies

Recent decisions of major carriers to redesign their relationship with GDSs as well as to switch costs in other parts of the distribution chain — in particular to travel agencies — are of major importance. The consequences of similar decisions and the instability they are causing...

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Antonis Stelliatos, President Hellenic Professional Yacht Owners Association

Even though today Greece faces economic woes, the Greek yacht charter market is maintaining a steady flow of business thanks to the natural beauty of our country with its fabulous cruising area.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Dinos Astras, President, Hellenic Association of Professional Congress Organizers (HAPCO)

Dinos Astras, President Hellenic Association of Professional Congress Organizers

Tourism always was, is and will remain the lighthouse in Greece not only for hope, but also for salvation in every difficult period.

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Alexandros Vassilikos, President Athens – Attica & Argosaronic Hotel Association

Athens re-gained the interest of international visitors and at the same time remained one of the most affordable capitals in Europe and one of the most “value for money” destinations for 2016.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Yiannis Paraschis

Yiannis Paraschis, CEO Athens International Airport

Passenger traffic and foreign residents’ arrivals are experiencing double-digit increases, indicating an impressive and dynamic recovery of Athens as a tourist destination, with a number of important developments boosting, both quantitatively and qualitatively, the airport’s...

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Aristotelis Thomopoulos, President of the Thessaloniki Hotels Association

Thessaloniki Hotels Association is planning new initiatives and is continuing its already successful presence in leading International Tourism Exhibitions, taking part in B2B Meetings and Events and supporting every effort that views tourism development.

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Vyron Theologis, President Macedonia-Thrace Travel Agencies Association

Participation in larger exhibitions abroad, that have worldwide promotion and a larger visitor range, is just as important as taking part in domestic exhibitions.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Roaming Charges to End in the EU by June 2017

A complete ban on roaming charges for using mobile phones abroad in the European Union will take effect in June 2017 and clear rules on the right to Internet access will become law following Parliament's final approval of the new telecoms package.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Alex Gallinos, Managing Director Athens Development & Destination Management Agency (ADDMA)

Following two excellent tourism years, Athens is stepping up efforts to further enrich its tourism product and services, as a year-round leisure and business travel destination.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Skiathos to Attend WTM London 2015

The Municipality of Skiathos will step up its promotional activity in the UK while exhibiting at leading travel exhibition World Travel Market (WTM) to run at ExCeL London during November 2 – 5, 2015.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Melia Athens Wins ‘Most Creative Award’ for Employer Branding

Melia Athens was honored recently with the “Most Creative Award” for employer branding after participating in the Melia Hotels International HR EMEA contest in Twitter.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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ICAP Names Attica Group ‘True Leader’

Listed Greek company Attica Group was named ‘True Leader’ during the ICAP Group Awards held recently, placing the company among the country’s 200 most profitable business entities.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Greece’s ‘East Med Yacht Show’ Changes Location, Goes to Piraeus

After being held for many years in the docks of Poros Island, in 2016 the East Med Yacht Show will be held in the Zea Marina in Piraeus.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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New Report on Independent Lodgings to Be Revealed Exclusively at WTM London

The findings of a large study on the future of independent accommodation providers will be exclusively revealed during a conference session at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2015.

Posted On 30 Oct 2015

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Greek Hoteliers’ Rhodes Meet Raises VAT, Unfair Play Issues

The increase in value-added tax (VAT) and the unfair competition resulting from the operation of illegal accommodation units topped the agenda of a Hellenic Chamber of Hotels (HCH) meeting recently, which brought together more than 160 hoteliers and accommodation professionals to...

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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All-in-one Tickets for 17 Archaeological Areas in Greece

A total of 17 areas in Greece and their main archaeological attractions have been included in a new pilot all-for-one ticketing scheme to start in April 2016, the Central Archaeological Council (CAC) announced this week.

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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Thomas Cook’s New ‘Bohemian’ Hotel Concept to Launch from Rhodes, Greece

Thomas Cook has announced the launch of a new hotel concept brand for the bohemian spirit named “Casa Cook”, with a first property in Rhodes, Greece, due to open in May 2016.

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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Revised EU Legislation on ‘Package Travel’ Aims to Protect Holidaymakers

Package holidays, consisting of a flight, hotel or car-hire and purchased online for an all-in price or through linked webpages, will get the same protection as packages bought in travel agencies under rules voted recently in the European Parliament.

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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Polis Grand Hotel: Your Home Away from Home in Athens

The first phase of renovations at the four-star Polis Grand in central Athens, are now complete and the luxury hotel is ready to offer visitors the finest in accommodation and dining with amazing views and a warm and welcoming staff.

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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Not One, Not Two… but 22 Shipwrecks Come to Light in Greek Archipelago

A 13-day underwater expedition near the Greek islets of Fourni, between the eastern Aegean islands of Samos and Ikaria, revealed an unimaginable treasure a month ago, when marine archaeologists discovered the remains of 22 shipwrecks, some over 2,500 years old.

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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