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Greece on Course to Break Records in Hotel Occupancy in 2017

Hotel occupancy is on the rise in Greece and is expected to break all previous records, according to Hellenic Hotel Federation President, Yiannis Retsos.

Santorini System to Regulate Cruise Ship Arrivals

The launch of a cruise berthing management system that will regulate incoming traffic to Santorini has been announced by the Municipal Port Fund of Thira.

Greece – China Year of Cultural Exchange Kicks Off

Two bilateral agreements were signed in Athens to mark the occasion of the official launch of the Greece - China Year of Cultural Exchange.

Rethymno’s Pepi Boutique Hotel Set for Summer

Known for its true Cretan hospitality, Pepi Boutique Hotel in Rethymno, is ready to welcome its first summer guests after a series of upgrades and renovations.

Foreign TV Productions Focus on Greece in May

Television crews from Russia, France and Belgium are expected to visit Greece in May to film popular and lesser known tourism destinations.

Emirates Adds Second Daily Flight from Athens to Dubai

Emirates has added a second daily flight from Athens to Dubai, responding to passenger demand for increased frequencies and capacity.

New Tourism Investment in Messinia by Costa Navarino Team

TEMES SA plans to invest some 250 million euros to expand Costa Navarino with the construction of an additional five-star hotel, furnished villas and an 18-hole golf course.

Mouzenidis Holds Grand Opening for Enigma Mall in Halkidiki

The Mouzenidis Group recently inaugurated the Enigma Mall, a shopping center located in the area of Nea Moudania in Halkidiki, northern Greece.

Special Event Marks Majestic Princess’ First Voyage Out of Piraeus

Piraeus is among 22 ports to be visited by the Majestic Princess on her 49-day "Silk Road Sea Route” from Rome to Shanghai.

Kenshō’s Fine Dining Nominated @ World Luxury Restaurant Awards

Vote for the award winning Kenshō Fine Dining Restaurant, located on Mykonos, as it competes at the World Luxury Restaurant Awards!

Austrian Airlines Upgrades Onboard Digital Services

Austrian Airlines has launched onboard Internet services and is also working on a digital entertainment program, soon to be available on mobile devices.

Etihad Focuses on Youth and Science at Think Science Fair

In an effort to engage youth in science and technology, Etihad recently deployed pilots and engineers at the Think Science 2017, which took place in Dubai.

Greek PM Visit to China Set to Pave Way for Investments

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is expected to sign a three-year agreement with Chinese officials to attract investment to Greece, during his visit to Beijing in May.

Shops in Tourism Areas in Greece to Open 30 Sundays a Year

Shops located in tourism areas in Greece will open 30 Sundays a year, according to Economy Minister Dimitris Papadimitriou.

Greek Airports’ Passenger Traffic Up 6.6% in First Quarter of 2017

Some six million passengers passed through Greek airports during the first three months of the year, according to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

US State Department Issues Europe Travel Alert

The US State Department issued a "Europe Travel Alert" for American citizens, informing them on the "continued threat of terrorist attacks".

Alitalia to Enter ‘Extraordinary Administration’

Alitalia is to enter "extraordinary administration", the airline announced on Tuesday, May 2, after a meeting of its shareholders, Italian financial institutions and Etihad Airways, which holds 49 percent of its shares.

Greek Hotel Federation Head Yiannis Retsos Shares Insight with TEI Tourism Graduates

Hellenic Hotel Federation President Yiannis Retsos gave a lecture on "Strategic Hotel Design and Human Resource Management” at the TEI of Athens.

Grand Opening at Makedonia Palace: Ready to Make History… Again

Following renovation works, Thessaloniki’s landmark Makedonia Palace Hotel has opened its doors and is ready to make history yet again.

‘Aqua Vista Hotels’ Introduces its Own Art Space on Santorini

Aqua Vista Hotels has introduced its own art space - the "Aqua Gallery" - at the Art Hotel Santorini, which will feature creations of Greek artists.