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‘Navarino Challenge 2016’ in Greece Wraps Up with Great Success

Some 2,000 amateur and professional athletes of all ages embraced the "Navarino Challenge 2016" sports tourism event in Messinia and Costa Navarino in Greece and participated in more than 15 activities from September 9 to 11.

Pass Go… Thessaloniki Monopoly Finally Here!

The Thessaloniki Monopoly recently made its debut at the 81st Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), with the northern port city’s famous monuments, hotels, and landmarks adorning the board.

Athens Airport Goes Blue to Honor Democracy

Athens International Airport (AIA) is participating in the “Blue Athens Initiative”, held on the occasion of the International Day of Democracy, which is celebrated every year on September 15.

Athens Named UNESCO World Book Capital for 2018

Athens, Greece, has been named "World Book Capital" for 2018 on the recommendation of the programme’s Advisory Committee, Irina Bokova, the Director-General of UNESCO, announced on Wednesday.

Tourism Minister Expects Record Rise in Arrivals to Greece

Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said she expects a record rise in the number of arrivals this year and increased revenue thanks in large part to the ministry’s targeted actions.

Greek Tourism Professionals Introduced to E-commerce Gateway to China: Alibaba

Greek trade and tourism entrepreneurs, keen on opening up to the Chinese market, were introduced to the world’s largest e-commerce group, Alibaba, a Chinese company active in consumer-to-consumer, business-to-consumer and business-to-business sales services via web portals.

SETE: Greece’s Jan.-Aug. 2016 Incoming Traffic Marks Upturn

Incoming traffic through Greece’s main airports escalated in the first eight months of the year up by 6.5 percent or by an additional 753,000 arrivals, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) said on Wednesday.

Greece’s Asset Body Chief Says ‘Matter of Time’ Before Waterways Operate

Waterways on Corfu, Paxi and Patra are set to operate immediately, Public Assets Management Fund (TAIPED) President Stergios Pitsiorlas said this week.

‘Dinner in the Sky’ in Athens to Say Goodbye for the Winter

“Dinner in the Sky" on October 5 will say farewell for the winter, after having offered the most unique and special meals - at a height of 50 meters - to more than 3,000 visitors from over 72 countries.

Sky Express to Launch Athens-Chios Service

Sky Express will launch flights from Athens to the Northeastern Aegean island of Chios as of October 1.

Etihad Airways Teams Up with Luxury Brand Jimmy Choo

Etihad Airways, the official airline of New York Fashion Week, has extended its commitment to the global fashion industry by collaborating with iconic luxury brand Jimmy Choo.

Με απόλυτη επιτυχία ολοκληρώθηκε το Tinos Marble Trail Exomeria

Ολοκληρώθηκε με απόλυτη επιτυχία στις 4 Σεπτεμβρίου το Tinos Marble Trail Exomeria με 233 συμμετέχοντες σε 4 διαδρομές.

Greek Airports See 8.1% Increase in Passengers in January-August

Passenger traffic through Greece's airports posted an increase of 8.1 percent year-on-year during the January-August period.

TUI Extends Tourism Season on Kos

TUI Germany has announced that it will expand its programme for the Greek island of Kos with additional seats until the end of October.

Greek PM Pledges Emergency Support After Thasos Fires

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has pledged to cover 80 percent of damages to homes and businesses on the island of Thasos after wild fires on four fronts destroyed large parts of land over the weekend.

TripAdvisor Ranks Acropolis Museum Among Best in World and Europe

The Acropolis Museum in Athens, Greece, is the ninth best in the world and fifth best in Europe, according to travel website TripAdvisor’s annual Travelers’ Choice awards for museums.

Access to Athens Mass Transport with Smart Cards in 2017

The Athens Urban Transport Organization (OASA) has announced that it will begin to issue smart cards as of 2017 for commuters using buses, trolleys and trams and by summer for travel on the metro and electric railway.

AEGEAN Shows Travellers Greek Hospitality with ‘Filepse Tous’ Scheme

AEGEAN once again is offering travellers a real treat via its special hospitality scheme, "Filepse Tous", which sees Greek nationals choosing gifts for foreign passengers travelling home on the airline.

Porto Carras Grand Resort Boasts 1st Bike Friendly Hotels in Greece

In tune with the changing trends and new demands, Porto Carras Grand Resort hotels Meliton and Sithonia are the first in Greece to receive “Bike Friendly Hotel” accreditation.

Greek Star Singer Antonis Remos Takes Nikki Beach Porto Heli by Storm

The night of September 9 was one to remember when Greek superstar Antonis Remos took the stage at the Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Porto Heli.