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Etihad Airways Launches New ‘Fare Choices’

Etihad Airways will implement a new fare structure from September 14 to provide more choice and clarity when booking flights.

Interest in Greek Culture Grows, Visitor Attendance Rises

Museums, theaters and archaeological sites in Greece, are attracting more visitors thanks in part to extended opening hours and lower admission fees, the culture ministry has announced.

Tourism Industry Vital for Employment in Greece, Figures Show

Greek tourism contributes to the country's employment and boosts the revenue of social security funds, more than other sectors of the economy, recent figures show.

Greece’s ‘Enchanted’ Caryatids Return to their Birthplace, Thessaloniki

Replicas of Thessaloniki’s "Enchanted", legendary Caryatids, will return to their birthplace on the initiative of the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) to mark its 80-year anniversary next month.

Chios New Limnia Marina Opens with 15th Aegean Regatta

Over 700 boats will be sailing into Limnia port on the island of Chios, during the 15th Aegean Regatta, inaugurating the new 55-spot marina on August 23. The 15th Aegean Regatta will run through to August 28.

Google Trekker Captures the Action at Crete’s Hersonissos

Hersonissos is the first municipality in Greece, to be mapped out by Google Trekker, which in the next two months will attempt to capture some of the region’s most remote locales, including far-off footpaths, unspoiled beaches and secluded villages.

Triathletes to Gather on Naxos for 8th Naxathlon Triathlon

On Saturday, August 29, triathletes will gather on the Cycladic island of Naxos to compete in Naxathlon, a challenging Olympic-distance triathlon.

Turkish Airlines Net Profit Rises 4.6% to $406 Million in First-half 2015

Turkish Airlines recorded a net profit of $406 million during the first half of the year, growing by 4.6 percent compared to the same period in 2014.

Jet Airways – Etihad Airways Partnership Delivering Strong Results for Indian Carrier

The strategic investment of Etihad Airways into Jet Airways is delivering strong results for both airlines across areas including network growth, revenue enhancement and operational and cost improvements.

Greek PM Alexis Tsipras Steps Down, Paves Way for Snap Elections

Alexis Tsipras on late Thursday confirmed in a televised address that he is resigning as Greek Prime Minister, clearing the way for early elections.

Migrant Influx Out of Hand, Greek Border Island Mayors Warn

The mayors of several Greek border islands are calling on the government to step in with immediate measures to deal with the increasing numbers of illegal migrants reaching their shores daily as they do not have the resources to deal with the situation.

Big Names Join Line-up of New WTM London Exhibitors

Airlines, luxury resorts and technology specialists from a comprehensive range of sectors and countries are among the more than 100 new exhibitors which have signed up for World Travel Market London 2015, the leading global event for the industry.

Heraklion Port Welcomes Cruise Ships in True Cretan Style

The Heraklion Port Authority (HPA) is extending true Cretan hospitality to the increasing number of cruise ships making their port of call there.

Halkidiki Summer Promo Strategy Going Strong

The Halkidiki Tourism Organization (HTO) is moving full speed ahead with the promotion of the region through a series of initiatives, inviting dozens of travel writers and bloggers from 15 countries to come experience the magic of Halkidiki for themselves.

Kea Island Fest a Feast of Cycladic Cuisine & More

The Cycladic island of Tzia (aka Kea) treats its guests to the finest of its products this weekend, during the Feast of Agricultural Products to run on August 21-23 at the Korissia primary school.

Air France and Air Seychelles Sign Landmark Codeshare Agreement

Air France and Air Seychelles have signed a landmark codeshare agreement to provide travellers with enhanced connections between France, wider Europe and Seychelles.

ESM Approves Third Bailout for Greece

The European Stability Mechanism’s (ESM) board of governors approved Greece's 86 billion euro bailout program on Wednesday.

Greece’s Airport Deal with Fraport Sparks Reactions

The Greek government's decision to privatize four airports in the Ionian region, has sparked angry reaction from regional and local authorities.

Greek Shipping Fleet World’s Most Valuable

Greece’s shipping fleet continues to be the most valuable in the world, estimated at 108.8 billion dollars, according to London-based online evaluation site VesselsValue.com.

ABTA Travel Convention Expected to Give Peloponnese, Greece, Tourism Boost

Hosting the 2015 Travel Convention of the Association of British Travel Agents can be a great way for the Greek Region of the Peloponnese to showcase itself to the travel industry and for key players in the industry to forge new relationships with that destination, according to...