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Tribute To Cypriot Cuisine At Hilton Athens

Stewed vazania, louvia with cabbages, potatoes antinachtes, pilaf with posyrti, ravioli with halloumi, moutzentra, talatouri, flaounes, arkatena, tava lefkaritiko, afelia, koupes and seftalies are just some of the traditional Cypriot dishes that will be offered in the Byzantino...

Marietta Fafouti To Perform Live At The Athens “Musicport”

On Friday 17 October, Athens International Airport’s "Musicport" will welcome Marietta Fafouti who will take passengers and airport visitors on a musical journey full of dance.

Seasonality In Tourism Demand Puts A Strain On Hotel Industry In Greece

Greece's seasonality causes a major disadvantage to the country's regional hotels and measures must be taken to lengthen the tourism season, according to a study conducted by the Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP).

Tourism Perspectives In The Black Sea Area To Be Discussed In Athens, Greece

The Greek Presidency of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation Organization (BSEC) will host the 7th International Black Sea Symposium on tourism on 16-18 October in Athens.

Take A 3D Virtual Tour Of The Amphipolis Tomb

A group of Greek graphic artists have launched a very interesting application that gives the opportunity to those captivated by the excavation in Amphipolis to experience the burial mound at Kasta hill as it was in antiquity and even take a closer look inside.

Yes! Hotels Supports The Cultural & Social Face Of Athens, Greece

Yes! Hotels Group, that runs units located in prime locations in Athens, Greece, has launched an initiative that supports cultural and social events in the city that aim to enhance domestic tourism throughout the year.

New Friendly Social Platform Promotes The Uniqueness Of Greece

A new website has launched for travelers and Greek businesses who have a "passion for Greece."

Travel Management Companies Offered Innovative Virtual Card Payment Solution By eNett And Cornerstone

eNett and Cornerstone are offering TMCs access to Virtual Account Numbers (VANs) via a new integrated hotel direct billing solution that automatically relays payment instructions and data to the hotel.

EasyJet’s Mobile App Now Has Passport Scanning For Faster Check-In

Low-cost carrier easyJet recently launched a new passport scanning function to its mobile app, making it the first European airline to have such a feature.

Greece Plans to Boost Luxury Travel Through National Tourism Zoning Plan

The Greek Government is making efforts to facilitate investment through a national zoning plan for tourism that is currently being drafted and will include guidelines for the development of large tourism resorts designed to accommodate a range of top quality infrastructure.

Kythira Airport Officially Takes Name Of Alexander Aristotle Onassis

The Kythira National Airport is now officially known as "Alexandros Aristotelous Onassis." The change of name was made to reflect the contribution of Alexander Onassis to the airport’s construction and to Greek Aviation in general.

Kalambaka Municipality, Greece, To Change Name For Tourism Purposes

The Municipality of Kalambaka, in the Trikala regional unit, part of Thessaly in Greece, is expected to be known soon as the "Municipality of Meteora." The name change is expected to help enhance the region's tourism industry.

Greece Intends To Lift Obstacles That Affect Investment In Thermal-Spa Tourism

The Tourism Ministry intends to lift restrictions in current legislation that concern the operation and use of Greek hot-water springs, in order to promote private sector investment in this area.

Greeks With Startups Are Invited To “Get In The Ring” & Battle For €1 Million

Get in the Ring: The Investment Battle is a worldwide competition for the most promising startups to secure their investment of up to €1,000,000. The aim is to bring the most promising entrepreneurs from around the world in contact with investors, customers, and potential partners.

First International Marathon On Rhodes, Greece, Deemed A Great Success

The island of Rhodes in Greece welcomed the inaugural international Roads to Rhodes Marathon on Sunday 12 October 2014 and thanks to the very good organization, high participation and high level of support to the runners, the event has been placed on the Marathon map for 2015 and...

Ryanair To Offer More Flights From Chania To Thessaloniki, Athens

Low cost carrier Ryanair has announced that it will increase its flights from Chania, Crete, to Thessaloniki and Athens.

Air New Zealand Flies High After Double Win At World Travel Awards

Air New Zealand has been named Australasia’s Leading Airline at the 2014 World Travel Awards for the sixth year in a row.

Amphipolis Dig Reveals Amazing Mosaic Floor

A large section of an impressive mosaic floor was revealed on 12 October during the excavation of the large burial mound in Amphipolis, northern Greece.

TAIPED: Three Binding Offers Made For 14 Regional Airports In Greece

Three consortia have submitted binding offers to Greek state privatization fund TAIPED for the right to manage and operate 14 Greek regional airports.

Top Lawyers Will Give Greece Legal Advise On Parthenon Marbles

Prominent international lawyers will inform the Greek Government on legal options for the return of the Parthenon sculptures that are presently on display in the British museum.