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Skiathos Princess Hotel to Hold Painting Workshop with Renowned British Artists

The Skiathos Princess Hotel will hold a painting workshop in June with renowned British artists Phoebe Dickinson and Lucy Kent.

Turkish Airlines Expands Network, Inaugurates New Services

Turkish Airlines is expanding its network to new destinations in Russia and Ukraine and introducing new, quality services to passengers,

Air Serbia Receives 2017 Аirline Мarket Leader Аward

Air Serbia was recognized as the 2017 Airline Market Leader at the Air Transport World annual awards in recognition of its innovative products and services and the introduction of transatlantic flights to New York.

Athens Pride Goes to Central Syntagma Square

The Athens Pride Festival will take place at Syntagma Square for the first time, aiming to raise awareness on issues that concern the LGBTQI community in Greece.

SWOT Strengthens Ties Between Greece’s Small Hotels and Industry Professionals

Hospitality consultant SWOT recently held the 1st Forum for Small Lodgings in Greece in an effort to boost partnerships between the country's small hotels and industry professionals.

Caesars Entertainment Considering Athens for Next Project?

Media reports claim that Caesars Entertainment Corporation is interested in building a massive entertainment complex in Hellenikon, south of Athens.

Greece Promotes Tourism Ties with Kazakhstan and Qatar

Greek Tourism Minister, Elena Kountoura recently received the Ambassador of Kazakhstan in Athens, Alexei Volkov and the Ambassador of Qatar in Athens, Abdulaziz Ali Al-Naama, and discussed ways of strengthening ties in the tourism sector.

Portico of Philip V on Delos to Undergo Restoration

The Portico of Philip V at the archaeological site of Delos in the Cyclades will be the first to undergo restoration with funding by the Paul and Alexandra Canellopoulos Foundation.

UK Advertising Watchdog Cracks Down on Not-so-free Tours

UK Advertising Standards Authority announced measures to curb untrained and unpaid persons from conducting "free" walking tours to unsuspecting visitors, who are often pressured at the end of their trips to give tips.

Bikers Ride from Athens to Kassel with documenta 14 Message of Solidarity

Within the framework of documenta 14, two cyclists began a ride from Athens to reach Kassel by June 10 and mark the beginning of the show's second part.

AEGEAN on TripAdvisor’s 2017 Best List for Airlines in Europe

Greek carrier AEGEAN is among the winners of the first annual Travelers' Choice awards for airlines by travel planning and booking site TripAdvisor.

Santorini’s Kalisti Hotel & Suites Completes Renovation

Kalisti Hotel & Suites, located on the renowned island of Santorini, recently concluded an extensive renovation of all its rooms.

TripAdvisor: Emirates Named Best Airline in the World

Emirates has been recognised as the Best Airline in the World in the inaugural TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards for Airlines.

Amalia Hotels Wins Bronze for Excellence in ‘Destination Management’

Amalia Hotels Group was honored for its devotion to ancient and contemporary Greek art and culture by receiving the Bronze Award in the "Destination Management" category at the Tourism Awards 2017.

Spetses Gets Ready to Host 4th Tweed Run

After three successful Tweed Runs, the much loved spring ride returns to Spetses during April 21-23 with the iconic Poseidonion Grand Hotel as the starting point.

Oman Air Inaugurates Flights from Oman to Kenya

Oman Air has launched a four-times weekly flight to Nairobi, operated by a Boeing 737-800. This is the airline's first service to Kenya.

Foreign Ministry: ‘Greece Stands at the Side of its Friend Egypt’

Over 40 people were killed in explosions at two Egyptian churches on Palm Sunday, which marks the start of Holy Week for Christians.

WEF: Greece Jumps 7 Places in Global Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Rankings

Greece made an impressive climb of seven places in the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017.

EU Nationals Subject to Stricter Security Checks Across Union’s Borders

Following terrorist attacks in Paris, Germany and Brussels, authorities will be carrying out identity checks on all inbound or outgoing travelers across EU borders.

Thessaloniki Rising as Choice Tourist Destination

Thessaloniki is winning over the crowds thanks to the experiences it offers, hotel satisfaction and consistency in its services, according to a survey presented recently by the city's hotels association.