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Emma Shapplin: Greece Is Such A Beautiful Country

Emma Shapplin, known for singing a mix of classical (opera) pieces and pop arrangements, is certainly no stranger to Greece. After two sold-out concerts at the Athens Megaro in 2009 and astounding performances at Lycavitos Hill in Athens and Theatro Gis in Thessaloníki in 2010,...

Astypalea: A “Butterfly” In The Aegean

Astypalea in the southeastern Aegean may not have the glamorous reputation like Mykonos or Santorini but this does not seem to be a problem. Over the years, Astypalea - also known as "Butterfly of the Aegean" due to its shape - has acquired numerous loyal fans.

Thomas Cook Signs Deal To Monitor Hotels Via Social Monitoring

Tour operator Thomas Cook has agreed a multi-year deal with online reputation management company TrustYou to keep a check on the online reputation of more than 45,000 hotels from its portfolio.

“Chocolate Factory and Museum” In Greece Is Ready To Open Its Doors

The "Choco Factory and Museum" in Thessaloniki, a theme park of international standards that will include the largest chocolate waterfall in Europe, is getting ready to open its doors to the public on 6 September and will operate for six months.

Elafonissi: The Caribbean In Greece

Off the southwestern tip of Crete and about 75 kilometers from the town of Chania, lies Elafonissi, an island that is within walking distance from the mainland, sometimes without even getting one’s toes wet.

XTERRA Swim-Run Event In Halkidiki

A two-day event including a half marathon road race and swimming competitions will take place in Halkidiki this September by XTERRA Greece and the Porto Carras Grand Resort.

Thessaloniki: Impressive Lineup Of Greek Artists At MAD Festival At 79th TIF

This year, the outdoor concert series MAD NORTH STAGE FESTIVAL of the 79th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) has another lineup of Greece's most popular music artists.

Schinoussa: Α Paradise In The Eastern Cyclades

Schinoussa is surely an ideal destination for those seeking something different during their vacation.Its idyllic beaches, relaxed overall atmosphere and the distance from the seasonal pandemonium at some of the larger Cycladic isles make it a perfect destination for couples,...

Why Travel Brands Should Embrace Social Media

With the meteoric rise of social media, the marketing world has changed forever and this also applies to people’s behaviour when it comes to travel planning, a UK-based travel technolgy expert informs.

Women From All Over The World To Flock To Festival On Lesvos, Greece, In September

Lesvos will welcome over 1,000 women from all over the world at the two-week International Eressos Women's Festival 2014 in September.

Koufonissia Islands: Greek Destinations That Are An Absolute Must

The Koufonissia islands for many years enjoyed the privilege of being the quintessentially offbeat destination and an indirect statement against mainstream and more popular Cycladic neighbours.

“Flying Visits” On The Up: Business Travelers Spend Longer In The Air Than At Their Destination

Research conducted by Travelport, a leading e-commerce provider for the global travel industry, has revealed that business travelers frequently spend longer in the air than on the ground when it comes to traveling for business.

Έκτακτο Δελτίο Επιδείνωσης Καιρού

Ισχυρές βροχές και καταιγίδες θα εκδηλωθούν στην Κεντρική και Ανατολική Μακεδονία, στη Θράκη, στα νησιά του Βορείου και Ανατολικού Αιγαίου και πιθανόν πρόσκαιρα και στην ...

Crete Is Google’s First Stop To “Grow Greek Tourism”

A new initiative by Google, the Greek Tourism Ministry, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) and the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE) dubbed "Grow Greek Tourism Online" will launch in Crete.

“The Game Goes On” At The 79th International Fair Of Thessaloniki, Greece

With "The Game…Goes On!" as its central slogan, the 79th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) will be held 6-14 September2014 at the city's international exhibition center.

Spinalonga Island: Former Leper Colony, Current Tourism Attraction

Spinalonga is a bare and rocky islet that appears to float on the turquoise waters just off the coast in one of the driest parts of Crete but also very near the VIP holiday resort Elounda.

Kefalonia, Greece, May Receive €3.7m Aid Package From EU

The earthquake-hit Ionian island of Kefalonia in Greece may receive an aid package worth 3.7 million euros from the European Union Solidarity Fund (EUSF), EU Commissioner for Regional Policy, Johannes Hahn, recently announced.

Greece To Receive More Exposure In The UK

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) has launched a joint advertising campaign in cooperation with a UK-based tour operator to receive more exposure in the British media and through online platforms.

Avis Hellas Sponsors Greek Team For Basketball’s World Championship

In a very festive atmosphere, car rental company Avis Hellas recently wished the best of luck to the players of the Greek basketball team right before they departed to Spain for the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup.

Η ANEK LINES δίπλα στους νέους φοιτητές

Η ANEK LINES στην προσπάθεια της να στηρίξει έμπρακτα τους νέους φοιτητές προσφέρει ειδικές εκπτώσεις για τις πρώτες μετακινήσεις τους προς και από τον τόπο σπο...