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Kuwait Visa Applications for Travel to Greece Rise 60% in 2017

Applications for tourist visas for travel from Kuwait to Greece increased by 60 percent in 2017, according to the Greek Ambassador in Kuwait, Andreas Papadakis.

Thessaloniki Awaits Master Plan for Exhibition Center Revamp

Three parties have expressed interest in drawing up a master plan for the revamp of Thessaloniki’s International Exhibition Center.

Greece’s Archimedes Museum Among ‘Europe’s Best Kept Secrets’

The Archimedes Museum in Ancient Olympia, dedicated to Archimedes of Syracuse, is included in FlightNetwork's Top 10 of “Europe’s Best Kept Secret Museums”.

US to Welcome 2nd Greek Panorama Roadshow

New York, Boston and Washington will get a taste of all things Greek during the 2nd Greek Panorama Roadshow set to take place during May 1-12.

Louis Hotels Honored in TripAdvisor’s 2018 Travelers’ Choice Awards

The Louis Hotels group has received 20 honors for its accommodation units in Greece and Cyprus in TripAdvisor's 2018 Travelers’ Choice awards.

Kalamaki Beach Hotel Supports Ancient Mycenaean Trail Run 2018

The Kalamaki Beach Hotel, near the Isthmus of Corinth, is supporting the Ancient Mycenaean Trail Run 2018, which will take place on March 18.

TAL Aviation Appointed GSA for Beijing Capital Airlines in Greece

Greece is among the European markets for which TAL Aviation has signed General Sales Agent (GSA) services for Chinese carrier Beijing Capital Airlines.

Oman Air Adds New Destinations to 2018 Schedule

Oman Air has announced the launch of three new routes in 2018, from Muscat Airport to Istanbul in Turkey; Casablanca in Morocco and Moscow in Russia.

Joon to Connect Europe with South Africa, Brazil and Seychelles

Joon, a wholly-owned Air France subsidiary, has announced long-haul routes in spring 2018, connecting Paris to Cape Town, Fortaleza and Mahé.

Greece’s Year-round Tourism Scheme to Take Off from Rhodes

Aiming to establish Greece as a 365-day a year destination, the Tourism Ministry plans to launch its new ambitious campaign from the island of Rhodes.

Greek Tax Squads Set for Audits at Tourist Enterprises

Hotels, yachts, gas stations and all tourism-related businesses will go under scrutiny as special tax squads launch on-the-spot audits across Greece.

GNTO Reports Increase in Bookings to Greece from Czech Republic

Bookings to Greece from the Czech Republic have recorded a double-digit increase for the 2018 season, according to the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

TripAdvisor: Three Greek Beaches Among Top in Europe for 2018

Three beaches in Greece are ranked among Europe’s best for this year, according to TripAdvisor’s 2018 Travelers’ Choice Awards.

Greek Tourism on the Agenda of Delphi Economic Forum 2018

Greece’s potential as a tourism destination and the strategies needed for further growth will be on the focus of the Delphi Economic Forum III, which will take place between March 1-4 in Delphi.

ITB Berlin 2018 Set for Action as Demand Grows

The 52nd ITB Berlin is ready to welcome thousands of participants to Berlin on March 7-11, casting the spotlight on travel technology and luxury tourism.

Celestyal Wins Four Honors at 2018 Cruisers’ Choice Awards

Celestyal received four honors at the 2018 Cruisers’ Choice Awards, organized by the international cruise reviews site Cruise Critic.

‘Athens VIP Taxi’ Partners with ‘Van Taxi’ to Offer Luxury Transfer Services

Greek taxi companies Athens VIP Taxi and Van Taxi have entered into a partnership, aiming to provide their customers with luxury services.

Airbnb Celebrates 10 Years, Announces New Property Types

Airbnb has made a string of announcements including four new property types, new tiers of service and a "Collections" selection.

Οι νέοι «σταθμοί» του 100% Hotel Workshops Tour

Οι διοργανωτές του 100% Hotel Workshops Tour ανακοίνωσαν τις ημερομηνίες διεξαγωγής του tour σε σημαντικούς προορισμούς στην Ελλάδα.

Greece Welcomed Over 27 Million Tourists in 2017, Says BoG

The number of inbound visitors to Greece in 2017 increased more than 27 million, according to the Bank of Greece.