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‘Santorini Experience 2016’: October Becomes Sports Tourism Month on Santorini

The curtain for Greece's special sports tourism event “Santorini Experience 2016” fell in the best possible way, leaving unforgettable moments and great memories to all attendees during October 7-9.

Palates Warming Up for 1st Santorini Int’l Wine Tourism Congress

Lovers (and experts) of the vine will meet on the Greek island of Santorini on October 14-16 for the 1st International Wine Tourism Congress (IMIC 2016) to be hosted at the Petros M Nomikos Conference Center in Firostefani.

Air France Announces Direct Flights Between Paris and San José

As from November 2 and throughout the 2016-17 winter season, Air France will offer two new weekly services to San José, Costa Rica, on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle.

Austrian Airlines Reports Passenger Volume Increase at End of Q3

Austrian Airlines increased passenger volume during the January-September 2016 period.

Futurologist Brian Solis to Speak at WTM London’s Leaders’ Lunch Event

Award-winning author, digital analyst and futurist Brian Solis will speak at the prestigious WTM Leaders’ Lunch on the first day of World Travel Market London 2016.

Runners Take Your Mark… Countdown to 34th Athens Marathon

The Greek capital takes the international spotlight yet again for the 34th Athens Marathon - The Authentic set to draw in record numbers on November 13 for the historic sporting event.

Minister Kontonis Says 3mn Euros to Fund Greece’s Sports Venues

A total of 3 million euros have been set aside to go towards the upgrade and maintenance of sports venues across Greece, Alternate Sports Minister Stavros Kontonis told a press conference this week ahead of the 34th Athens Marathon - The Authentic, to take place in Athens on...

Attica Hotel Employees Up in Arms Over Insurance Cuts

Α meeting between Attica’s hotel and tourism employees and Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura on Wednesday ended in a deadlock after the unionists demanded the government scrap a decision which will cut into their insurance savings, they said.

Caldera Collection Wins Award from Luxury Travel Guide

The Caldera Collection hotel group has won the "Most popular 5-star hotel and villas" award for 2016.

Nelios to Make its Debut at World Travel Market London 2016

Aiming to present its technical know-how and services beyond Greece, digital tourism experts Nelios will exhibit for the first time at the World Travel Market London, which takes place at the ExCeL exhibition centre during November 7 - 9.

Greece Survival Challenge on Alimia Kicks Off

A survival challenge to take place on the uninhabited Dodecanese islet of Alimia, between Rhodes and Halki, kicks off on Thursday as 20 daring travelers try their luck and skills for 10 days.

WTM London 2016: 10 Reasons to Attend

World Travel Market London presents 10 reasons why you should attend the new-look, three-day WTM London 2016.

Ryanair: Athens-Santorini Route Among 5 Most Popular for US Travellers

Ryanair's Athens-Santorini route was among the five most popular booked by US citizens in summer 2016.

100% Hotel Show 2016: Πρωταγωνιστές οι πολυτελείς βίλες και τα luxury κανάλια διανομής

Το 100% Hotel Show, ανταποκρινόμενο στις ανάγκες της αγοράς, επενδύει στην ανάπτυξη του κλάδου της βίλας και του πολυτελούς τουρισμού, ετοιμάζοντας μια σειρά από ενέργειες για την ενίσχυσή του, με στόχο να δώσει λύσεις για την ανάπτυξη αλλά και την πώληση τω...

Alexandroupolis Port Authority Flirting with Chinese Investors

Port authorities in Alexandroupolis, northeastern Greece, are exploring a potential collaboration with Chinese investors Sinoftone Group and Navision after signing a memorandum of cooperation.

GNTO, Tourism Ministry Reach Out to South Korean Market with Fam Trips

As part of its ongoing strategy to expand into new markets, the tourism ministry and the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) recently arranged a series of fam trips and meetings with journalists from South Korea.

Philoxenia Tourism Fair Back with More… of Greece

Philoxenia, one of Greece’s major tourism and hospitality fairs, is ready for action, opening to the public on November 18-20 at the International Exhibition Center in Thessaloniki.

Attica Region Lays Out Tourism Goodies for Global Travel Agents, Media

In efforts to highlight the sea tourism options available in the Attica Region and see them included in international tour packages, local authorities are currently running a series of fam trips and promotional activities.

Greek Bike Friendly Hotels Get Special Sticker, Pilot Launch at WTM London 2016

Greek hotels welcoming bicycle lovers and accommodating their needs will now receive a special sticker in efforts to attract cyclists and actively contribute to sustainable tourism.

Qatar Airways Named Best Middle Eastern/African Airline for 7th Consecutive Year

Qatar Airways was once again named the Best Middle Eastern/African Airline at the 2016 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards held in Hong Kong in late September.