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Bloomberg Says Tourism ‘Lifeboat’ for Greek Economy

With talks between Greece and its international lenders at a deadlock and Germany hinting at a "Grexit", Bloomberg is pointing to tourism as the only way to save a drowning economy and keep Greece above water.

Governor of Ionian Isles Calls for Equal Tax Treatment

Representing the Ionian islands, the regional governor Theodoros Galiatsatos is calling on the government to extend the special reduced VAT rate applicable on the Aegean islands to apply to the Ionian and remaining isles of the country as well.

Move Over Ibiza, Here Comes Mykonos

Times change and so do destinations with the Cycladic island of Mykonos making yet another boom as the place to be to catch a glimpse of your favorite stars, party till you drop and swim in some of the bluest waters to recover from a night of revelry.

Greek Aviation Society Teams Up with FSF-MED on Flight Safety

The Hellenic Aviation Society and the Flight Safety Foundation Mediterranean (FSF-MED) have teamed up on issues of flight safety after signing a memorandum of cooperation.

Six Senses Spa Mykonos to Open in Greece at the Belvedere Hotel in July

Six Senses Spas recently announced the latest addition to its worldwide spa portfolio at the Belvedere Hotel, nestled on a hill overlooking the white Cyclades houses of Mykonos Town and the Aegean Sea.

Greece’s Airline Representatives Host Summer Trade Party with Travelport

The Hellenic Association of Airline Representatives (SAAE) and travel commerce platform Travelport recently held a party for Greek travel professionals to welcome the summer season.

Romanian Journalists Get to Know Skopelos, Greece

Nine Romanian journalists recently were on Skopelos Island in Greece on a familiarization (fam) trip organized by Spyrou Hotels & Companies.

Young Face of the Week: Elizabeth Kouta, Nutrition Care Manager of Capsis Elite Resort – Out of the blue, Crete

This week, GTP introduces Elizabeth Kouta, the nutrition care manager of Capsis Elite Resort - Out of the blue of Capsis Hotels & Resorts.

Εθνικό Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο: Δωρεάν εκπαιδευτικές δράσεις για τα παιδιά

Tο Εθνικό Αρχαιολογικό Mουσείο προσκαλεί τους μικρούς επισκέπτες να πάρουν μέρος στις ειδικά σχεδιασμένες εκπαιδευτικές δράσεις του στις καλοκαιρινές διακοπές από 23/6 έως...

Visitors Satisfied with the ‘Filoxenia’ of Greek Hotels in May

Holidaymakers were satisfied with the Greek filoxenia (hospitality) offered by hotels in Greece last month, according to a poll of visitor satisfaction in May.

Anavyssos, Lagonissi Beaches Offer Special Needs Swimming Access

Attica regional authorities have installed two mobility ramps at the beaches of Anavyssos and Lagonissi along the southeastern Athens coastline to provide swimming access to people with disabilities as part of the ongoing “Holistic Approach to Accessible Tourism” program.

Athens Livens Up as ‘Summer in the City’ Events Kick Off

Athens’ squares, pedestrian walkways, theaters and neighborhoods will liven up this summer with over 150 cultural events, according to the municipality’s “Summer in the City” program, which kicks off on Sunday!

Hersonissos Day Event Finds Germans Still Choosing Crete

German travelers have a soft spot for Crete, which they chose to visit more than once, according to the findings of a recent workshop on “German Market: Trends and Challenges” held in Hersonissos.

Ryanair Extends Chania Routes to Athens and Thessaloniki in August

Ryanair on Friday announced that it will increase the frequencies to its flights on its Chania routes to Athens and Thessaloniki this August due to overwhelming demand, as part of its Chania summer 2015 schedule.

Athens is Gearing Up to Host Greece’s ‘Hospitality Forum & Awards 2015’

Leading figures of the Greek hospitality industry will participate in the Hospitality Forum & Awards event that will take place in Greece for the first time on June 17 at the Ethniki Conference Center in Athens.

Video: First Modern Olympic Games Honored at Commemorative Swim Event in Piraeus

119 years after the first modern Olympic Games, a commemorative open water swim revived in Pasalimani during the recent Maritime Days event in Piraeus.

airBaltic Launches New Route Between Riga and Rhodes, Greece

Latvian airline airBaltic on Friday launched a new route between Riga and the Greek island of Rhodes.

Creta Maris Toasts to Blue Flag Beach Distinction

Creta Maris Beach Resort in Hersonissos, Crete, celebrated one more distinction with the Blue Flag eco-label for its beach at a special event on June 9.

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Athens Sees Rise in Jan-May Visitor Numbers

Visitor numbers were positive for Athens and Attica during the first five months of the year, the Athens - Attica & Argosaronic Hotel Association said in an announcement on Thursday.