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Christmas Marred by Terror after Berlin, Ankara Strikes

Less than a week before Christmas, and alarm is on red yet again across Europe after two terror strikes on Monday, in Ankara and Berlin left dozens injured or dead, including the Russian ambassador to Turkey.

Survey: Travelers Give Greece Thumbs Up

Travelers to Greece are giving the country thumbs up in terms of overall tourism experience and quality, according to a survey conducted by QED Market Research.

Ellinair Announces New Kavala – St. Petersburg/Moscow Routes

Ellinair recently announced the launch of new air routes from the northern Greek city of Kavala to St. Petersburg and Moscow in Russia.

Messinia Pro-Am: Registrations Continue Until January 20

Registration for the international golf tournament Messinia Pro-Am in Costa Navarino will continue until January 20, 2017.

Christmas and New Year’s Events at the SNFCC

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) has announced a unique program of open events for the entire family during the holiday season.

SWISS Earns IATA Fast Travel Platinum Award for its Self-service Facilities

SWISS has been honored with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Fast Travel Platinum Award for its wide range of innovative self-service facilities.

Austrian Airlines Gives 5 Tips for a Stress-free Start to the Christmas Holidays

Austrian Airlines gives travel tips so passengers can have a stress-free start to the Christmas Holidays.

GNTO Celebrates Record Year for Greek Tourism, Expects Strong 2017

Greek tourism industry leaders say they are anticipating a strong 2017, following a record-breaking year with 27.5 million foreign visitors.

Greek Shipowners Boosting Fleet, Reinforcing Global Presence

Crisis aside, Greek shipowners are becoming even stronger global players says international financial services company Petrofin Research.

Greek Marina Pros Slam Talks of New Docking Tax

Proposals of a tax applicable on mooring at private marinas in Greece has professionals up in arms, claiming an added levy will lead to financial damage.

Tis the Season… Best Festive Spots in Greece this Christmas

The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) has singled out six destinations for a once-in-a-lifetime winter experience along a ''road less traveled''.

Sabre Reveals Three Emerging Technology Trends to Watch and Get Ready For

Travel technology provider Sabre has identified the top trends for the coming year in its 2017 Emerging Technology in Travel Report.

Qatar Airways Appoints Theresa Cissell as New Country Manager for Greece & Cyprus

Qatar Airways has announced the appointment of Theresa Cissell as its new Country Manager for Greece and Cyprus.

Green Issues, Sustainability Priorities at Greece’s Sani Resort

The Sani Resort in the Halkidiki peninsula announced that it has enhanced its ongoing sustainability program with additional actions and initiatives.

Lonely Planet Uncovers Serene Side to Corfu

Lonely Planet highlights Corfu’s inland villages and monuments, cuisine and traditional products.

Ryanair and Athens Airport Support ‘The Smile of the Child’ Through Christmas Initiative

Ryanair and Athens International Airport recently celebrated the "Your Wishes Fly" Christmas initiative in support of "The Smile of the Child" organization.

Θέσεις του Ξενοδοχειακού Επιμελητηρίου Ελλάδος για τις ενοικιάσεις μέσω Airbnb

Σε επιστολή του προς το υπουργείο Οικονομικών το Ξενοδοχειακό Επιμελητήριο Ελλάδος διατυπώνει τις παρατηρήσεις του αναφορικά με τη ρύθμιση για τις βραχυχρόνιες ενοικιάσεις ακινήτων....

TEMES-Dogus Consortium Takes Over Hilton Athens

Home Holdings has acquired the majority stake in the share capital of Ionian Hotel Enterprises, owning company of Hilton Athens.

Kountoura Visits Canada to Promote Destination Greece

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura recently held a series of meetings in Toronto to promote Greece as a preferred tourist destination to Canadian travellers.

UNWTO, European Travel Commission Address Crisis Communications in Tourism

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the European Travel Commission (ETC) recently co-organized a working session with European countries to discuss crisis communications in tourism.