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Kalisti Hotel on Santorini Welcomes Season with Brand New Look

Following an extensive renovation, the Kalisti Hotel & Suites on Santorini has opened its doors for the summer season, revealing a brand new look.

Emirates to Reduce Single-use Plastic On Board its Aircraft

Emirates has introduced eco-friendly paper straws on board its aircraft, as part of its network-wide commitment to reduce single-use plastics.

ITB Asia 2019 Sees High Participation of National Tourism Organizations

ITB Asia 2019 has already seen a 24.4 percent increase in exhibition demand from National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) and Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) compared to 2018.

Πάνω από 1.800 επισκέπτες στο 100% Hotel Workshop Tour 2019

Το 100% Hotel Workshop Tour oλοκληρώθηκε με μεγάλη επιτυχία, με πάνω από 1.800 επισκέπτες και νέα δεδομένα στην ανάπτυξη των Boutique Ξενοδοχείων.

INSETE Tells How Greece Can Protect its Tourism Competitiveness

Greece needs a long-term tourism strategy and destination management in order to protect its tourism competitiveness, says INSETE.

Passenger Traffic Rises at Greek Ports in Q4 2018

Greek ports saw a 3.1 percent increase in total passenger traffic during the fourth quarter of 2018, compared to the same period in 2017, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).

Greek Tourism Ministry Updates Terms for Operation of Playgrounds in Hotels

All playgrounds in hotels in Greece must now be licensed prior to their opening to guests, according to the Greek Tourism Ministry.

Thessaloniki Info Desks Welcome over 40,000 Visitors in a Year

More than 40,000 visitors to Thessaloniki had the chance to learn more about the city’s tourist attractions through the Tourist Information Centers (TIC) set up a year ago.

Το Swiss Education Group φέρνει στην Αθήνα το τρίτο Tomorrow’s Hospitality Leaders Workshop

Το Cesar Ritz Colleges Switzerland διοργανώνει για ακόμα μία χρονιά το Tomorrow’s Hospitality Leaders Summer Camp στην καρδιά της Αθήνας.

UNWTO Announces Global Sports Tourism Start-up Competition

The 1st UNWTO Sports Tourism Start-up Competition, designed to identify projects and innovations that can transform the sports tourism sector in the near future, has launched.

Lufthansa Group Airlines Increase Fuel Efficiency by 30% Since 1994

The airlines of Lufthansa Group increased their fuel efficiency by 30 percent since 1994, according to "Balance", the group's 25th sustainability report.

Fresh Hotel Athens Welcomes Guests to Renovated Rooms

The Fresh Hotel Athens has renovated its rooms, aiming to offer authentic hospitality experiences right in the center of the Greek capital.

Cookoo Restaurant: Mediterranean Palace Opens New Meeting Point in Thessaloniki

The Mediterranean Palace hotel has opened its Cookoo Comfort Food restaurant, aiming for it to become the new meeting point for Thessaloniki’s residents and visitors.

Sky Express Signs Interconnection Agreement with Middle East Airlines

Sky Express has signed an agreement with Middle East Airlines, allowing the passengers of Lebanon's national carrier to travel across its network of 32 domestic destinations.

National Bank of Greece – EIB Invest in Green and Urban Infrastructure

The National Bank of Greece and the EIB have launched a new green and urban infrastructure investment scheme in Greece.

WWF: Greece Still Needs to Work on Plastic-free Actions

Greece produces 700,000 tons of plastic waste annually - 68 kilos per person - with some 11,500 finding their way into Greek seas, according to a WWF report.

Strong Greek Presence at 2019 SelectUSA Investment Summit

Greek companies active in biotechnology, manufacturing, agri-food and digital technology, participated in the SelectUSA Investment Summit held in Washington.

Greek Consumer Group: Know Your Beach Rights

Greek beaches, whether private or public, are required by law to provide access to all bathers, according to Greece’s main consumers group, EKPIZO.

WTTC – JLL New Report to Prepare Destinations for Tourism Growth

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched ‘Destination 2030’, the first comprehensive assessment of cities’ readiness for tourism growth.

Airbnb Expands to Adventure Travel Market with New Service

Airbnb has launched an "Adventure" tour category that offers guests the opportunity to live multi-day experiences such as traveling around the world in 80 days.