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Geo Routes Greece Establishes Cultural Cooperation with National Kyiv-Pechersk Ukraine

Greece's Geo Routes Cultural Institute has signed a Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation with Ukraine's National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical & Cultural Preserve that aims at the strengthening the inter-cultural dialogue, the mutual understanding, the familiarization and the...

Fully Renovated ‘Vigla Hotel’ Treats Travelers to Amorgos Island Delights

Focusing on the latest developments in hospitality and respecting the needs of modern travelers, the Vigla Hotel, located on Amorgos, is welcoming the summer season with a full renovation of its rooms and a Greek gastronomic experience.

Ancient Macedonia Culture Features on Italian TV

The ancient civilization of Central Macedonia will be featured on Italian television as part of the Halkidiki Tourism Organization’s (HTO) ongoing promotional efforts marking the Year of Aristotle 2016 - 2,400 years since his birth.

Day Event Focuses on Birdwatching, Ecotourism as a Way to Boost Thessaly Economy

Identifying ways to tap into the potential of alternative forms of tourism and restoring Lake Karla, in central Greece, into a leading ecotourism/birdwatching destination topped the agenda of a recent day event in the city of Volos.

Revamped Athens Ledra Set for Summer with Open Pool and More

The luxury Athens Ledra Hotel has renovated its Panorama Restaurant & Pool Bar and is ready to usher in the summer season with the finest menu and drinks during moments of relaxation while offering breathtaking views to the Acropolis, the Sarοnic Gulf and Piraeus.

«Άνοιξη στο Ιστορικό Κέντρο» – σειρά εκδηλώσεων, ανοιχτές σε όλους

«Άνοιξη στο Ιστορικό Κέντρο» - σειρά εκδηλώσεων του Δικτύου Οργανώσεων και Πολιτών για ένα Βιώσιμο Ιστορικό Κέντρο, σε εμβληματικές περιοχές του Ιστορικού Κέντρου, ανοιχτ...

Greece Discusses Expanding Relations With the United Arab Emirates

Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura is on a working visit in the United Arab Emirates to promote Greek tourism and attract foreign investment to Greece.

Luxury & the City: Athens’ Handpicked Hotels for Pampering and Thrills

GTP takes a closer look at luxury travel in Greece. The first in our series focuses on city break hotels. From the lavish hotels in Athens and its surrounding suburbs to the coastline of Attica and the islands...

Greek Tourism Body Proposes Safeguard Clause Against Sudden VAT Hikes

In efforts to ensure that pending deals for 2016 go ahead, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) proposed on Thursday, the inclusion of a safeguard clause in contracts between foreign tour operators and local accommodation entrepreneurs to cover potential VAT changes.

Greece Guests Gratified, Customer Satisfaction Index Up

Greek hotels, the quality of services and the hospitality offered are winning over more visitors as demonstrated by the high guest satisfaction index for April 2015 compared to rival destinations.

Ellinair Summer Flights Schedule Takes Off

Greek carrier Ellinair presented its enhanced summer 2015 schedule with new connections between Greek destinations and hubs abroad, increased flight frequency, competitive rates, and for the first time, six new domestic links.

Soprano Laura Mamakos to Give Free Outdoor Concert to Raise Awareness for Athens

Greek soprano Laura Mamakos will perform in a free outdoors concert in Thissio on Friday, June 5, within the framework of a series of events held to raise awareness for the Historic Centre of Athens.

Registration Open for Third XTERRA Greece Off-road Triathlon Event

Top professional and amateur athletes from 23 countries will meet up on June 20 at Lake Plastira in Karditsa, for the 3rd XTERRA Greece Championship.

Emirates Launches ‘Be There’ Campaign

Emirates has launched a global campaign that celebrates curiosity, wanderlust, and the adventure that comes with travel dubbed "Be There".

Singapore Airlines A380s Adopt Special Livery to Celebrate Singapore’s 50th

Singapore Airlines is celebrating the nation’s Golden Jubilee by having two Airbus A380s in a special livery, featuring a large Singapore flag-themed design on the fuselage.

UNWTO Conference to Address Quality in Mediterranean Destinations

The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced that its upcoming second conference on "Destination Management in the Mediterranean" will focus on enhancing the quality of the visitor’s experience through strategic tourism partnerships.

Young Face of the Week: Fani Flerianou-Demertzi, Sales & Marketing Coordinator at Gold Star Aviation

This week, GTP introduces Fani Flerianou-Demertzi, the sales and marketing coordinator at Gold Star Aviation, a leading company in the area of tourism and transportation.

Minister Stathakis Reveals Tourism Agenda for Greece

Speaking during the 23rd annual general assembly of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) on Thursday, the Minister of Economy, Infrastructure, Shipping and Tourism, Giorgos Stathakis, revealed the strategic objectives of the government in regards to tourism.

SETE: Tourism is at the Forefront to Support Greece

"Tourism will not surrender but continue to work hard to preserve the jobs it has created, to support the state's revenue... and to climb even higher in the world rankings of competitiveness", the president of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), Andreas Andreadis, said on...

EC Requests Greece to Ensure that Airport Charges Comply with EU Law

The European Commission has requested Greece to correctly apply EU rules on airport charges and for the operation of air services at Athens International Airport.