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Thessaloniki Monopoly Debuts at TIF-Helexpo

The northern port city of Thessaloniki is finally getting its very own Monopoly board game set to make a debut at the 81st Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF).

Discover Local Secrets & More at Mykonos Run 2016

Amateur and professional runners are invited to participate in the Mykonos Run 2016 sporting event in September, aimed at highlighting the island’s major landmarks and locations.

Greek Visas to Russian Travelers on the Rise

There may have initially been some glitches to the visa process for Russian travelers to Greece, but the procedure is now as prompt as ever with the number issued between January and July 2016 up by 11 percent compared to last year.

Piraeus Port Authority Reports Increase in Cruise Passengers

The cruise industry in Greece saw an increase in the number of passengers during the first seven months of the year, according to figures released by the Piraeus Port Authority (OLP).

EU-Turkey Migrant Deal on Thin Ice

"We have been clear on the consequences of a possible denial regarding visa liberalization... Turkey cannot continue on its own to stop irregular migration toward the EU while the EU does not assume its obligations", Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said in a recent interview.

Greece Sees 55% Surge in Tourists from GCC Countries

Tourist traffic from GCC countries to Greece over the summer months hit a record increase of 55 percent, compared to the corresponding period in 2015, according to recent data.

Terrorism Takes Toll on France, Turkey Tourism

France and Turkey are seeing tourism numbers dwindle as terrorism strikes this and last year have taken a bite out of one of their largest markets, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Qatar Airways Brings Back its ‘Travel Festival’ Deals

Qatar Airways’ popular "Travel Festival" is back, giving travellers across the world the opportunity to enjoy dream deals to inspiring places - as well as having the chance to win fantastic prizes.

Eucrasia Messinia: Costa Navarino Launches Detox Programme Based on Hippocrates Theory

Costa Navarino has joined forces with the Eucrasia International Centre of Wellness and Preventive Health Treatment to present the “Eucrasia Messinia” programme.

Attica Group Posts Positive 1st-half 2016 Results

Attica Group’s first-half 2016 consolidated revenue rose to 109.63 million euros compared to 108.87 million euros in the same period last year.

Major Luxury Tourism Projects Across Greece to Boost Economy

Foreign investors are placing their bets on Greek tourism with more than 3,200 new rooms in the pipeline.

Dynamic Tourist Flows for Ionian Islands in July

Greece’s Ionian Islands, which include Corfu, Zakynthos and Kefallonia, recorded a welcome increase in the number of July arrivals, regional authorities said last week.

Greece’s Summer Ferry Traffic Gains Momentum

Ferry traffic to the Greek islands has picked up pace by 6.9 percent in peak season (June 1-August 18) compared to the same period last year, according to Shipping and Island Policy ministry data.

TIF-Helexpo, National Bank of Greece Renew Partnership for Two More Years

Greece's national exhibition body TIF-Helexpo and the National Bank of Greece have renewed their strategic partnership through a two-year extension.

‘Santorini Experience 2016’ More Attractive Than Ever!

Santorini - also referred to as "the best island in the world" by many established travel magazines and reviews of millions of travelers - will be a point of reference of all visitors from Greece and abroad this October.

‘Wonderful Indonesia’ Woos the World with Sponsorship Deal at WTM London 2016

Indonesia’s tourism ministry has signed a key sponsorship deal with World Travel Market London 2016 as the country plans to promote its ‘Wonderful Indonesia’ brand on a global platform.

Family Trips on the Rise, Spain Top Choice

Family travel is growing steadily with Spain topping the list of choice destinations, according to the World Travel Monitor survey conducted by IPK International and commissioned by ITB Berlin.

Etihad Airways Bridges Abu Dhabi with Venice

Etihad Airways has announced that it will expand its services to Italy with a daily flight to Venice Marco Polo Airport.

Patmos Sacred Music Festival an Ode to the Divine

The 15th Patmos Sacred Music Festival is underway featuring the best performers of the genre with all events free of charge.

In Memory of Konstantinos Mitsis

Konstantinos Mitsis, the founder of Mitsis Hotels, passed away on the morning of Sunday, August 28.