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Greek Hoteliers to Bear Brunt of Proposed Taxes by up to 147.6m Euros

Greek hoteliers may be faced with up to 147.6 million euros in additional taxes should the government decide to go ahead with the proposed levies on tourism it has announced recently.

Greece’s Modern Art Museum EMST to Open Doors at the End of 2015

Greece’s National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) opened its doors to the media for several hours on Saturday, on the occasion of International Museum Day (May 18), offering visitors a glimpse of the new addition to Greece’s art scene with Deputy Culture Minister Nikos Xydakis...

Navarino Environmental Observatory: Greek-Swedish Collaboration Continues for Another Five Years

The Navarino Environmental Observatory (ΝΕΟ) will continue its top research on the effects of climate change in the Mediterranean region through the continued collaboration between Stockholm University, the Biomedical Research Foundation of the Academy of Athens (BRFAA) and TEMES...

No Seaplane Flights in Greece This Summer

Seaplanes will not operate in Greece this year as the country lacks a waterways network, the president of Hellenic Seaplanes Nikolas Charalambous announced during a recent meeting in Athens with Alternate Minister of Infrastructure, Transport and Communications Christos Spirtzis.

Lefkada Beach Hotel One Stop Shop, Adds Car Rentals, Boat Tours to Services

The Lefkada Beach Hotel provides services including on-the-spot car rental as well as small boat trips to Lefkada’s remote beaches, including the world-renowned Porto Katsiki, Kathisma, Skorpios, Agiofilli and Pefkoula.

Porto Carras Marks Spring with XTERRA-powered 2nd Half Marathon

XTERRA Greece invites runners, amateurs and professionals, to join in the sporting fun on May 30-31 for the 2nd Porto Carras Half Marathon Spring to take place in Halkidiki, northern Greece.

Air France: New Dishes Featured on A la Carte Menus

Air France passengers opting for the à la carte menu have been able to discover new dishes since May 1: “Sélection LeNôtre”, “Ocean”, “Tradition” and “Italia”.

South African Airways Still a ‘Cool’ and Relevant Brand

South African Airways (SAA) has again been given the green light by the youth of the country, by being voted the "coolest" domestic airline, at an annual reward ceremony where the hippest and happening brands are announced.

Young Face of the Week: George Skaramagas, Wellness & Fitness Manager of Capsis Hotels & Resorts

This week, GTP introduces George Skaramagas, the wellness and fitness manager of Capsis Hotels & Resorts.

Greece Seeks to Extend Tourist Season to 12 Months

Greece's main goal is to extend the tourist season, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said while speaking at an Economist Conference in Athens. "We want tourism 12 months a year", she said.

German Tour Operators Optimistic, See Crete, Rhodes, Kos as Top Spots

German tour operators are insisting that German tourists are planning to hit Greek shores in droves despite recent media reports about dwindling tourism figures.

Possible New Tax Measures Worry Greek Hotel Industry

The Hellenic Federation of Hoteliers (POX) on Friday voiced concern over the impact new measures would have on the hotel sector and the national economy in general, during a meeting with Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.

Greek Tourism Boosts Employment by 23% in 2014

Tourism bolstered employment by 23 percent in 2014, according to data released by the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) based on statistics by IKA, the country’s largest social security fund.

Study: Amadeus Introduces the Future Six ‘Traveller Tribes’

A study commissioned by Amadeus defines the six "traveller tribes" or segments that will emerge by the end of the next decade. Which tribe do you belong to?

America’s Largest Airlines Received Benefits Worth US$71.48 Billion, New Study Shows

Research commissioned by Etihad Airways has quantified a range of government and court-sanctioned benefits and concessions received by the three biggest US carriers, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and American Airlines Group, and other airlines with which they have merged.

UK Press Turns Provocative Over Parthenon Marbles Issue

Hours after the Greek government announced that it would not seek legal action against the British Museum and the British government for the return of the Parthenon Marbles, the Telegraph started off its story claiming that Greece finally “acknowledges that the British Museum is...

Greek Americans Discuss Tourism With Minister Kountoura

Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura recently discussed a series of issues concerning Hellenism in the United States and Canada with a delegation from the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA).

Ellinair Adds Greece Links, Ups Flights, Offers Competitive Fares

Greek carrier Ellinair announced its boosted summer 2015 program with new connections between Greek destinations and hubs abroad, greater flight frequency, competitive prices, and for the first time, six new domestic links.

Travelport Signs New Distribution Agreement in Bulgaria

Travelport Distribution Bulgaria will distribute Travelport’s unrivalled air, hotel and car content and provide travel agencies with a complete package of leading technology.

Minister Varoufakis Pledges Not to Raise VAT on Greek Islands This Tourism Season

Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis gave assurance on Thursday that there will be no increase of the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate for the Greek islands amid this year's tourism season.