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Greeks Choose Athens, Thessaloniki and Tinos for Travel in September

Athens, Thessaloniki and Tinos topped the list of the most popular destinations in Greece for Greek travelers during September, according to INSETE.

Greece and Cyprus Look to Enhance Bilateral Tourism Relations

Greece and Cyprus are exploring ways to increase bilateral cooperation in the field of tourism, especially in regards to specific forms of thematic tourism.

Free Access Policy for Greek Sites and Museums Announced

The Greek Culture Ministry has announced its new pricing policy and discounted rates for entrance to sites and museums across Greece, effective as of November 1.

DiaNEOsis Proposes Parks for Inner-city Athens Neighborhoods

The creation of large park spaces in Athens’ underdeveloped inner-city neighborhoods can contribute greatly to the overall quality of life, according to research firm diaNEOsis

Lauda Starts New Athens-Vienna Route

Austria's low-cost airline Lauda has launched a daily direct connection from Athens, Greece, to Vienna, the most livable city on the planet.

Mrs India Worldwide 2019 Beauty Pageant Shines Spotlight on Halkidiki

Halkidiki in northern Greece was the host destination to 150 beauty queens from India for the Haut Monde Mrs India Worldwide 2019 beauty pageant.

Electra Hotels Holds Breast Cancer Awareness Event

Aiming to raise awareness on the prevention of breast cancer, the Electra Hotels & Resorts held a special event for its female employees and their friends.

Kos’ Neptune Hotels Receives Travelife Gold Award for Sustainability in Tourism

The Neptune Hotels Resort, Convention Centre & Spa, located on Kos, for the third time has received the prestigious Gold Award by Travelife.

Cookoo: Η νέα γαστρονομική πρόταση της Θεσσαλονίκης για κάθε ώρα της ημέρας

Το νέο εστιατόριο Cookoo Comfort Food στην Θεσσαλονίκη, προσφέρει ιδανικές γευστικές προτάσεις για κάθε περίσταση, όλες τις ώρες της ημέρας.

Brexit Deadline Extended Until January 31

The European Union has accepted the UK's request to extend the Brexit deadline until January 31, 2020.

EBRD-backed Destination Management Scheme Sets Greek Tourism Goals

Two destination management plans for Rhodes and Santorini are now open for feedback after the completion of a pilot program by EBRD.

Post-graduate Tourism Studies Program Kicks off in Greece

Students interested in post-graduate tourism studies for the 2019-2020 period can apply by November 1, at tourism ministry departments in 11 Greek cities.

TUI Increases Hotel Capacity in Greece by 10% for Summer 2020

TUI has increased hotel capacity in Greece by 10 percent for summer 2020 to meet the rising demand from the German market.

Greek Gov’t Examining Provisions for Condo Hotels

The Greek government is looking into ways to facilitate investments and simplify procedures for the development of condo hotels in Greece.

EU Votes to Protect Consumers, Employees in Bankruptcy Cases

Stronger and better consumer and employee protection in cases of corporate failure is the focus of a resolution which was recently adopted by the European Parliament.

GEPOET Announces New Board of Directors, Elects Aris Marinis as President

The General Panhellenic Federation of Tourism Enterprises (GEPOET) recently announced its new Board of Directors, which is now headed by President Aris Marinis.

New ‘Sky Princess’ Cruise Ship Docks in Piraeus

Sky Princess, Princess Cruises' newest ship, recently docked in Piraeus Port before sailing on its inaugural cruise to the Mediterranean and the Adriatic.

Greece Becomes Part of Lufthansa’s #LifeChangingPlaces Campaign

Greece has become part of Lufthansa’s #LifeChangingPlaces campaign, which aims to encourage travelers discover places that will change their lives.

Air France Customers Treated to Exceptional Wines

Air France held a wine tasting event for its customers, with award-winning sommelier Paolo Basso, in the Business lounge of Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport.

Greece Steps Up Cinema Investments Drive with Creation of Film Offices

Fifteen film offices will be open and ready to facilitate cinema and TV productions at Greek locations in 2020.