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‘Travel Bloggers Greece’ Attends TBEX Asia 2015, Next Stop: WTM London

Travel Bloggers Greece (TBG) participated in the first Travel Bloggers Exchange (TBEX) Asia 2015 in Bangkok, Thailand held October 15-17, almost a year after the TBEX Europe 2014 event was held in Athens.

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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Weekly Update: GTP’s New Partners

Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is happy to announce the start of cooperation with new clients Aldemar Amilia Mare, BOND Business & Life Events, Cavo Olympo Luxury Resort & Spa and Nefeles Mainalon Resort that have tapped into its Travel Business Network to receive effective and...

Posted On 29 Oct 2015

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Research Body Finds Greek Tourism Riding High into 2016

Incoming tourism to Greece continues to be strong despite the political and financial turmoil this year, but domestic tourism is shrinking, the Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP) found in its latest report.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Athens Revels in Run-up to Marathon with Weeklong Events

The Athens Marathon may be all about running but it’s also about having fun and the Greek capital is ready to usher in the country’s biggest sporting event in style.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Chain Hotels Come Up Winners in Greece, Sector Report Finds

Hotels belonging to large accommodation chains recorded 67 percent higher revenue per room in 2014 against independent hotel units in Greece, while occupancy and room rates were significantly higher, an Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP) report found.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Domotel Hotels: ‘Our Guests Find a Home Far Away from Home’

Konstantinos Alexopoulos, the CEO of Domotel Hotels & Resorts, informs on the Greek boutique and lifestyle hotel chain's aim, which is to deliver unique and innovative experiences to guests.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Join the Fun! Athens Celebrates on October 31!

On October 31, World Cities Day, Athens will turn into one big party zone to celebrate the Athenian spirit with the rest of the globe.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Travel Massive Athens Event Explores #TMResponsibleTourism

As part of its ongoing plan to connect travel insiders through free events around the world, Travel Massive is organizing an Athens meet on November 27 at Barley Cargo in the city center.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Aldemar Royal Mare Named ‘Global Winner’ in 2015 World Luxury Hotel Awards

Aldemar Royal Mare has received the global recognition for the category of "Luxury Thalasso & Spa Resort" at the 2015 World Luxury Hotel Awards.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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WTM Adds ‘Career Networking’ to Future You Programme

World Travel Market (WTM) London 2015 is giving travel and tourism students the chance to talk to potential employees as part of its ITT Future You program.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Small Luxury Hotels of the World Announces Filip Boyen as New CEO

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), a luxury brand for the world’s finest small, independent hotels, on Tuesday announced Filip Boyen as its new Chief Executive Officer effective immediately.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Etihad Launches Stylish Luxe City Guides Amenity Kits

Etihad Airways has launched a colourful new range of collectable limited edition Business Class amenity kits, the result of a unique collaboration between the airline and luxury travel brand LUXE City Guides, the straight-talking, highly curated go-to guide for savvy travellers.

Posted On 27 Oct 2015

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Greek Hoteliers Weary of New Schengen Visa Scheme

Greek hoteliers are expressing their concerns about the new visa regime that requires travelers to EU countries to show up personally at a Schengen consular station to give finger prints and photos in order to obtain visas.

Posted On 26 Oct 2015

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Greece Still not Home Porting, Losing Revenue, Jobs

Greece may be 3rd in Europe with regard to the number of cruise passengers it receives with a 14.1 percent market share, but it lags behind in the total revenues it collects, ranking 8th, according to a report released by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Posted On 26 Oct 2015

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Greece: Top Destination for Polish Travellers, Scandinavians’ Favorite

Greece comes in first place on a list of top destinations for Polish tourists in 2015, while Scandinavian tour operators agree that this year is turning out to be one of the best in regards to bookings to the country.

Posted On 26 Oct 2015

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British, German Tourists Bring in the Cash to Greece

Travelers from the UK and Germany boosted the Greek economy by spending about 1.48 billion euros each between January and August this year, according to the Bank of Greece.

Posted On 26 Oct 2015

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Turkish Airlines Adds Flights to Miami, Strengthens Ties Between Greece and America

Turkish Airlines has added flights to Miami as its 12th destination in the Americas. Round trip fares are available from Athens to Miami (via Istanbul), giving the Greek diaspora the opportunity for constant contact with Greek roots.

Posted On 26 Oct 2015

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Chestnuts Roasting… at Kastanitsa Festival on Saturday

Chestnuts in all shapes and sizes, as delicious foods or delectable sweets, take center stage at the annual Chestnut Festival in the remote village of Kastanitsa on Mt Parnonas, Peloponnese, on Saturday, October 31.

Posted On 26 Oct 2015

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Visit Europe-ETOA: Destination Europe Summit 2015

A conference on how Europe is faring as a destination, with a particular attention on the most important origin markets, including China, Russia and the United States, will be held by the European Travel Commission/Visit Europe and the European Tour Operators Association (ETOA)...

Posted On 26 Oct 2015

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