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SETE Urges Greek Tourism Professionals Not to Rest on Their Laurels in 2017

Although forecasts on incoming tourism to Greece in 2017 are encouraging, SETE has urged sector professionals not to rest on their laurels this season.

Shipping, Tourism Ministers Meet to Discuss Refugee-hit Island Promotion

Boosting coastal ferry and airline services were among the priorities set by the tourism and shipping ministries during a recent joint meeting.

ETOA Urges Schengen Visa Reform to Meet Demand, Challenges

ETOA is urging EU member states and the European Parliament to press forward with reform of the Schengen visa scheme to meet changing market expectations.

South Aegean Receives ‘European Region of Gastronomy 2019’ Title

The Region of South Aegean officially received the “European Region of Gastronomy 2019” title during a special ceremony in Athens.

Greek Hotels Shine on TripAdvisor’s 2017 Best Lists

A number of Greek hotels are among the winners of the Travelers' Choice for Hotels awards for 2017, according to the travel site TripAdvisor.

Greece Shipping Chamber Sets Up 1st Maritime Cluster

The Hellenic Chamber of Shipping has launched "Maritime Hellas", the first Greek maritime cluster, to promote the interests of the Greek shipping sector.

Etihad CEO James Hogan to Step Down

James Hogan will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Aviation Group in the second half of 2017.

Civitel Invites All on a Savory Journey to Modern Greek Cuisine with a Mediterranean Twist

The restaurant of Civitel Olympic presents a new inspirational menu with the signature of the executive chef Konstantinos Georgatzas.

Turkish Airlines Enhances In-flight Entertainment System

Turkish Airlines has announced that it has enhanced its in-flight entertainment system and added new content and many features.

Air India Joins Fellow Star Alliance Carriers at Heathrow Terminal 2

Air India has successfully moved all its operations at London Heathrow’s Airport from Terminal 4 to Terminal 2, the home of Star Alliance.

Tourism Minister Says Greece Attracting High Income Travelers

The tourism ministry is aiming to capitalize on Greece's good performance in 2016 by extending the tourism season and attracting higher income tourists.

Greek Gov’t to Issue Invitation for Tourism Subsidies in Coming Months

The Greek government is expected to launch the "Support for the Establishment and Operation of SMEs in Tourism" program in the coming months.

US Airlines Up in Arms Over Emirates NY Flights Via Athens

Three US airlines are calling on new President Donald Trump to stop Emirates' decision to offer a daily year-round flight from Dubai to New York via Athens.

Greece to Upgrade Tourism Education

Plans to upgrade the level of tourism education in Greece were made public by the Tourism Ministry.

Israeli Travelers ‘Loving’ Greece, Planning Trips

All the more travelers from Israel are keen on visiting Greece, bringing figures up to 1.2 million in the last three years, Israeli media reports said.

SWOT Announces New Cooperation with Andros Holiday Hotel

Simple Way of Tourism (SWOT) has announced a new cooperation with the Andros Holiday hotel in the field of sales promotion.

Electra Hotels & Resorts Announces Staff Additions

Electra Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of three new team members, aiming to further strengthen the group’s position in the Greek hotel market.

CEST2017: Extension of Deadline for Abstract Submission

The deadline of abstract submission for CEST2017 has been extended up to January 31 in response to numerous requests and due to increased interest.

Tourism Awards 2017: Meet the Judges!

The experts that will form the judging committee for the Tourism Awards 2017 have been revealed by the event's organizers.

Eurostat: Tourism Nights Spent in Greece Rise in 2016

The number of nights spent in tourist accommodation establishments in Greece in 2016 is expected to have reached some 99,8 million, up by 1.2 percent compared to 2015.