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“Secrets Of Greece” Are Unveiled At Athens Airport

Athens International Airport is displaying the theme cultural expeditions of Geo Routes & Aegean Routes in a photo-exhibition entitled "Secrets of Greece."

Ryanair Goes On GDS As Of 4 April

Ryanair is hoping to increase is business traffic from today, 4 April, when it becomes listed on the Travelport global distribution system.

Hotels In Chalkidiki, Greece, Receive “Accessibility Pass” Certification

"Accessibility Pass" aims to help people with accessibility needs find a hotel or conference center that can accommodate their specific needs, making their overall hospitality experience a simple and friendly one.

Chandris Hotels Receives Green Key Awards For 2014

The hotels Corfu and Dassia, of the Chandris Hotels chain, were honored with the international eco-quality Green Key Eco Label for the fifth consecutive year.

Greek Capital To Show Architectural Treasures At “Open House Athens” Event

Athens will present its multi-level architectural heritage and intensify its relationship with residents and tourists at the "Open House Athens" event that will take place 5-6 April.

Thessaloniki’s Marathon To Welcome Runners From All Over The World

Runners from every continent, even from distant countries like El Salvador and Mali, have registered to run in the 9th International Alexander the Great Marathon taking place on Sunday 6 April in Thessaloniki, Northern Greece.

Huffington Post: The Return of Tourism to Greece

Tourism is reviving in Greece and tourists are returning to the country, says travel expert Peggy Goldman in an extensive article on the Huffington Post news site.

Kefalogianni: Greek Tourism Can Create Job Opportunities For Young People

"The further development of tourism can create jobs, especially for young ages," Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni said at a conference organized by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation in New York City on 3 April.

Registration Open For 32nd Athens Marathon

Registration for the 32nd Athens Marathon has opened eight months before the event, organizer Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) has announced.

Mykonos & Lesvos Among Top Honeymoon Spots For Gay Couples

The Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) recently included the Greek islands of Mykonos and Lesvos among the top honeymoon spots for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) couples.

EU Votes To End Roaming Fees, Expand Consumer Rights

The European Parliament has voted to end roaming charges by Christmas 2015, as part of a wider vote in support of the Commission’s proposed regulation for a "Connected Continent" (telecoms single market).

Greece To Be Country Partner of WTM Latin America

Greece will be partner country for the World Travel Market (WTM) Latin America that will take place 23-25 April in Sao Paulo, Brazil, as announced by WTM.

Argo Travel Group Promotes Greece To Vietnamese Travel Market

Argo Travel Group is representing and promoting Greece to Vietnamese tourism professionals and travelers at the Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM), the annual professional event organized by the Vietnam Tourism Association (VITA).

St George Lycabettus Becomes Member Of Greek PCO Association, HAPCO

The Hellenic Association of Professional Congress Organizers (HAPCO) announced that it has added another hotel with conference facilities to its network of members, the St George Lycabettus.

Greek Tourist Guide Federation Joins SETE Tourism Body

The Panhellenic Tourist Guide Federation (POXEN) has announced its membership within the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE), Greece's main tourism body.

Greek Seamen Suspend Strike, Sea Transport Connections Resume

Greece’s ferry service has resumed throughout the country as the Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) has suspended its strike launched on 31 March.

HATTA Elections 2014: New Board Of Directors

The Hellenic Association of Travel and Tourist Agencies (HATTA) held elections on Wednesday 2 April to elect the new Board of Directors for a 3-year mandate.

Patmos Island, Greece, Stars In Independent English-American Film

The holy Greek Island of Patmos will have a starring "role" in a new independent English-American film that is currently in production.

EU Proposes Easier Schengen Visas For Non-EU Travelers

The European Union wants to introduce more flexible visa rules for non-European Union holidaymakers to boost growth and job creation.

Greek Travel Agents Say “No” To Sanctions Against Russia

The Hellenic Association of Travel and Tourist Agencies (HATTA) rules out any kind of boycott against Russia, a country that has a favorable attitude towards Greece.