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Lufthansa: Verdi Strike on Wednesday to Affect Tens of Thousands of Travelers

German airline Lufthansa on Monday said that there will be cancellations, disruptions and delays of flights on Wednesday, April 27, to and from Germany’s six airports due to strike action by ground staff.

Jordan’s Queen Rania Visits Lesvos, Calls for Collective Global Response to Refugee Crisis

Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan visited the Kara Tepe refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesvos on Monday and called for a collective global response to the growing refugee crisis.

EU Cities Form Solidarity Network Over Migrant Issue

On the initiative of Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis, 28 EU capitals have agreed to pool their resources and form a network offering support to Greece over the refugee crisis during the 5th EU Capitals Mayors’ Meeting.

Greek Rail Workers Announce Easter Strike

There will be no intercity train services in Greece from Holy Saturday until Easter Monday as employees of the Hellenic Railways Organization (OSE) have called a strike.

IATA Honors Greek Branch with ‘Six Stars’ Award

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently rewarded its Greek branch with a "Six Stars" award for its contribution to a successful management of the Greek capital controls crisis.

Turkey Comes Closer to Attica Destinations

The multiple travel experiences the destinations of Attica can offer Turkish visitors for short breaks throughout the year were presented last week to leading tour operators, journalists and bloggers from Turkey at an event in the Sismanoglio Hall in Istanbul.

S. Aegean Region Goes Tech, Calls on Users to ‘Share its Sunshine’

As part of its 2016-2020 tourism promotion plan, the South Aegean Region recently presented its new digital communication strategy which includes extensive social media actions.

Greek Hospitality Awards 2016 Honor Industry’s Finest

Greece's best hotels and resorts were celebrated at the second edition of the Greek Hospitality Awards 2016 that took place recently at the Ethniki Asfalistiki Conference Center in Athens.

CNT Luxury Trends Take Spotlight in Athens Event

Ahead of its 20th anniversary, Conde Nast Traveler (CNT) recently revealed what's trending in the world of travel and lifestyle. The trend this year? Luxury travel is about discovering the unknown… everything from Iran and Sudan to a lesser known Greek island.

Tradition on Mykonos: Hundreds Dance the ‘Hasapiko’, Highlight the Island’s Culture

Whoever was at the old port of Mykonos on Palm Sunday, April 24, had the chance to see something very unique: some 300 amateur dancers of all ages formed a huge human chain and danced the "hasapiko" traditional Greek dance!

Sani Fest 2016 Brings Diverse Int’l Artists to the Stage

Aptly described as a "feast for music and culture", organizers of the 24th Sani Festival, to be held in Halkidiki this summer, recently presented the full program of events and concerts suited to all tastes.

Greece: Sector not Happy with Jan-Feb Tourism Figures

A 5.6 percent drop in travel receipts and an 11 percent decrease in traffic to Greece for the first two months of the year delivered a blow to the industry which is preparing for the new season amidst the ongoing negative media portrayal of the country, mushrooming taxes, the...

Easter Opening Times for Attractions in Greece

The Greek Culture Ministry has announced the opening hours of all state archaeological sites, monuments and museums during Holy Week.

Nine Years Later Kythera Museum Up ‘n’ Running

It took nine years to get the Archaeological Museum on the island of Kythera back in shape and at noon on May 7, Culture Minister Aristides Baltas will hand it over to the public.

‘Sympossio’ 2016 Event Wraps Up after Serving ‘Greek Street Food’ in 12 Countries, 21 Cities

The “Sympossio” Greek gourmet touring event, an initiative of Aldemar Resorts, recently wrapped up its seventh culinary journey to cities in Western and Eastern Europe.

Hellenic Seaways Sets Pace for 2016 with New Ship, Routes

At the eastern Attica port of Rafina, Greek coastal ferry operator Hellenic Seaways recently welcomed the Hellenic Highspeed, which is ready to serve the Rafina - Tinos - Mykonos - Paros - Ios - Santorini route this summer season.

Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki Opens Sales Office in Athens

Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki has opened a sales office in the Kolonaki district of Athens.

Natura 2000 Award 2016: Vote for Skyros!

The island of Skyros, home to Mount Kochylas, a Natura 2000 site and an area particularly rich in biodiversity, is among the 24 finalists for this year's Natura 2000 Award 2016.

Pioneering Greeks – Christina Sakellaridis, President of the Pan-Hellenic Exporters Association

This week, the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces Christina Sakellaridis, the President of the Pan Hellenic Exporters Association and a multi talented woman, honored many times in Greece and abroad.

Greek Ferry Companies Expect Easter Passenger Traffic to Rise

Outgoing traffic is set to peak on Holy Friday with ferry companies expecting an increase in passenger traffic by about 5 percent compared to last year for the Easter holidays, which this year coincide with May Day.