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Five Regions Collect Most 2016 Travel Receipts in Greece

Five out of 13 regions in Greece accounted for the better part (87.5 percent) of the 12,749 million euros in travel revenue for 2016.

No Metro, Suburban Railway Service to/from Athens Airport from May 30 to June 1

Greek railway operator Trainose has cancelled all routes of intercity trains and of the Proastiakos suburban railway from Tuesday, May 30, until Thursday, June 1, due to strike action by its workers.

MaltaEU2017: Greek Tourism Discussed at European Ministerial Conference

Greece's secretary general for tourism policy, Georgios Tziallas, presented the country's policies during the European Ministerial Conference on Tourism in Valletta, Malta.

Digital Technology a Priority for Greek Tourism

Innovation, new technologies, specialized education and collecting online feedback are at the center of the Greek tourism ministry’s digital policy.

Thessaloniki is a ‘Trendy’ Destination, ABTA Chairman says

Thessaloniki is a popular destination for Britons, due to its sites and multicultural features, according to ABTA Chairman Noel Josephides.

Hellenic Seaways Thessaloniki-Sporades Ferry Link Kicks Off June 1

Greek coastal ferry operator Hellenic Seaways announced the launch of five weekly routes connecting Thessaloniki with the Sporades islands.

Dive into Summer with Divani Group’s Pools in Athens

The Divani Group invites Athenians and visitors to enjoy the Greek summer at the pools of its "Apollon Palace & Thalasso" and "Divani".

Greek DMC ‘Kentavros Travel Network’ Announces New Board of Directors

Tour operator Kentavros Travel Network recently elected a new Board of Directors, appointing Notis Martakis as president.

Athens Airport, Hellenic American University to Teach Aviation to Kids

Athens International Airport and the Hellenic American University are organizing the 2nd Aviation and Flight Academy for students.

Athens National Garden Becomes Happening Spot in June

Athenians and visitors will have the chance to usher in summer with 30 days full of 150 cultural and sports events in the capital's National Garden.

Pioneering Greeks: Alexia Kotsi & Grigoris Stamatopoulos, Funkmartini

This week the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces the founders of Funkmartini, an online booking platform for beauty services.

Greek Inspectors Hit the Beach to Tackle Tax Evasion

In efforts to tackle tax evasion particularly rampant in the summer months, Greek tax inspectors are making surprise “visits” at popular tourist areas.

Greece Readies Legal Framework for Health Tourism

A legal framework to cover health tourism in Greece is the next step in a series of actions by the Tourism Ministry to expand the thematic travel sector.

Greek Golden Visa Program to Include Bond Buyers

The Greek economy ministry will expand the investment visa program to include extending "gold visas" to foreign nationals investing at least €250,000 in bonds/shares.

Greek Bathing Water Quality Top Notch, says European Environment Agency

The European Environment Agency announced that the waters at beaches across Greece meet excellent quality standards and are free from pollutants.

United Airlines Resumes Athens-New York Direct Flights for 2017 Season

US carrier United Airlines has resumed nonstop flights between Athens and its New York hub, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Airports, Ports and Logistics Top Athens Transport, Infrastructure Meet Agenda

Ways to tap into the expansion of combined transport and upgraded infrastructure were explored during the 1st conference on "Infrastructure and Transport in Greece: Prospects for Development” held in Athens.

Greece’s Airline Representatives (SAAE) Announce New President: Giorgos Antonaros

Giorgos Antonaros of Top Kinisis Hellas is the new president of the Hellenic Association of Airline Representatives (SAAE).

Kyvernitis Travel Sponsors EASE’s ‘Ambidextrous Leaders’ Conference

Kyvernitis Travel was among the sponsors of the 28th Conference of the Association of Chief Executive Officers (EASE) held with the participation of 500 business leaders.

Canaves Oia Hotel Competes for CNT 2017 ‘Best Hotel of the World’ Title

The five-star Canaves Oia Santorini Hotel is among the nominees for the "Best Hotel in the World" title in the Conde Nast Traveler 2017 Readers' Choice Awards.