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Turkish Airlines ‘Travels’ Culture to Athens

Aiming to promote cultural experiences and strengthen ties between people of the world, Turkish Airlines has announced that it is sponsoring the "Turkish Film Days" festival in Athens.

Thessaloniki Night Run 2016 a Sports Party for All

More than 21,000 runners from Greece and abroad took to Thessaloniki streets on October 8 to test their limits during the 5th International Thessaloniki Night Half Marathon.

Το «100% Hotel Show 2016» θα δώσει 100% λύσεις και τεχνογνωσία για τους επαγγελματίες της φιλοξενίας

Με νέες υπηρεσίες και καινοτομίες η Έκθεση-θεσμός της ξενοδοχειακής και τουριστικής αγοράς. Το εντονότατο ενδιαφέρον επιχειρήσεων και επαγγελματιών του ξενοδοχειακού κλάδου και του Τουρισμού, συγκεντρώνει το 4ο 100% Hotel Show, η διοργάνωση που άλλαξε άρδην τα εκθεσιακά δεδομέν...

Greece Flights Back On After Strike Called Off

Airlines have reinstated flights that were planned to be cancelled on Sunday and Monday, after the union of Greek air traffic controllers pulled its planned strike action.

Greek Air Traffic Controllers Suspend 4-day Strike

Greek air traffic controllers have suspended strike action, planned to begin on Sunday, after meeting with Transport Minister Christos Spirtzis.

Greek Tourism Sector Urges Air Traffic Controllers to Suspend 4-day Strike

Key figures of the Greek tourism sector on Saturday called for the country's air traffic controllers to suspend announced strike action.

Airlines to Cancel Flights Due to Strike by Greek Air Traffic Controllers

Flights to and from Greece are being cancelled due to strike action announced by the country's air traffic controllers.

Athens Reveals Plans as World Book Capital 2018

Encouraging reading, ensuring access to knowledge and information for all and establishing libraries are among the priorities of the Athens municipality ahead of its role as UNESCO World Book Capital 2018, the city’s mayor, Giorgos Kaminis, said during a recent press conference.

Thessaloniki Hotels Mark Slight Drop in Jan.-Aug. Overnight Stays

Thessaloniki reported a 0.49 percent drop in incoming tourism for the January-August period compared to a year ago with 3,500 fewer overnight stays at the city’s hotels, according to the Thessaloniki Hotels Association.

Kea Shipwrecks Event Aims to Establish Isle as Diving Destination

Marking a century since the S/S Burdigala and HMHS Britannic sank off Kea, a three-day event recently brought over 140 academics, archaeologists, historians, environmentalists, deep-water photographers, divers, specialists and reporters from 13 countries to the Cycladic island to...

Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki Holds Business Seasons Kick-off Party

The Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki recently held a special business networking event dedicated to its partners and friends.

‘Butterfly Stories’ Announces Education Programs for Certification in Tourism and Dining

Following a recent cooperation agreement with ACTA - Aristotle Certification Training & Assessment, food management consultants Butterfly Stories has announced the launch of education programs for aspiring professionals to receive certification in the fields of tourism and dining.

WTM London 2016: Women in Travel Meetup to Debate Entrepreneurial and Leadership Skills

The third Women in Travel Meetup will host renowned travel executives debating the issues of entrepreneurship and leadership at this year's World Travel Market London in November.

Singapore Airlines to Increase Indonesia and Australia Services

Singapore Airlines has announced plans to launch a new route linking Jakarta with Sydney and also boost Singapore-Jakarta flight frequency, in an increase of its operations to both Indonesia and Australia.

Two Athens Bars Among Best in the World

Two Athens bars have been named among the top 50 in the world in an international competition held in London by Drinks International magazine.

Pioneering Greeks: Iliana Fokianaki, Founder of ‘State of Concept’ Non-profit Gallery

This week the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces Iliana Fokianaki, the founder and curator of the "State of Concept", the first non profit gallery in Greece.

ΣΕΤΕ: Η αναπτυξιακή στρατηγική του Τουρισμού για το μέλλον της Ελλάδας στο 15ο συνέδριο

«Νέα δεδομένα & μελλοντικές προκλήσεις» είναι το θέμα του 15ου Συνεδρίου του ΣΕΤΕ «Τουρισμός & Ανάπτυξη», που πραγματοποιείται στις 17 & 18 Οκτωβρίου 2016, στην Αθήνα....

Greek Parliament Passes New Civil Aviation Authority Bill

The Greek Parliament on Thursday approved a draft bill that brings changes to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

Application Process for Greek Business Funding Opens on Oct. 12

Professionals and business owners in Greece seeking grants for their enterprises can apply for government funding under the new development law as of October 12.

SETE’s 15th Conference to Focus on the ‘Next Day’ for Greek Tourism

The 15th Tourism & Development Conference of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) will focus on the "next day" for Greek tourism entrepreneurs and employees and underline the strategy the sector should follow in order to overcome the ever-increasing challenges in its effort to...