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Day Event Explores Road Safety and Tourism Growth

The role of road safety and its connection to tourism growth was the central theme of a day event held last weekend at the Alkyon Resort Ηotel & Spa in Vrahati, near Corinth.

Pioneering Greeks – “Clio Muse”, A Tour Guide App for Museums & Cultural Institutions

This week, the "Pioneering Greeks" column introduces "Clio Muse", a smart phone application that works as a liaison between cultural institutions and their visitors.

Travel, Fun & Food at Chios Cooking Lessons this June

If you want to know more about Chios cuisine, delve deeper into Greek food or just love cooking, then register for the Chios cooking lessons.

Take a Bit of Greece Home with Gogreek Miniatures, Olive Oil & Ouzo

When innovation, creativity and passion unite the result is bound to be impressive. That’s what gogreek is all about as local products are adorned in traditional outfits promoting both the Greek item and the history.

Brussels Attacks Spur Travel Alerts, Peak Security Globally

Tuesday’s fatal bombings in Brussels have spurred the immediate response of airport authorities across the globe and prompted travel advisories from several countries.

MITT 2016: Opening Day

MITT, the key event in Russia’s travel industry, opened yesterday for the 23rd time. This year the opening of the exhibition was held in a new format - the plenary discussion.

Visa-Free Travel: Turkey’s Negotiating Card

Visa-free travel within the Schengen Area - a dream-come-true for most Turks - is the latest ace up Turkey’s sleeve as its government has said it will in return contribute to solving the refugee problem currently plaguing the Mediterranean.

Aegean Launches Alternative Flights to and from Lille to Assist Brussels Passengers

Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has canceled all flights to and from Brussels for Thursday, March 24, and Friday, March 25.

Aktor FM Sees Investing Opportunity in Waterways in Greece

Aktor Facility Management (Aktor FM) has decided to invest in the waterway project of Hellenic Water Airports, operator of the Corfu waterway.

Larissa Launches 15yr Marketing Plan, Aims for Key Role in Tourism

Specialized tourism focusing on MICE, nature and trekking, sports and health are at the center of the Larissa strategic marketing plan presented recently, at the city’s Hadjiyiannio Cultural Center.

Airotel Taps Technology in Latest Renovation of Alexandros Hotel

Airotel Group of Companies has included high-tech details in the recent renovation of the rooms on the fifth floor of the Alexandros Hotel in Athens.

Dropping Fuel Costs Boost Minoan Lines’ 2015 Profit

Greece-based shipping company Minoan Lines said recently, that its profit for 2015 had risen to 17.7 million euros primarily due to falling fuel prices.

Milos: Vivere A Plakes Set to Open on March 25

On the occasion of the new season, the Vivere A Plakes apartment complex on Milos is inviting all to its opening on March 25.

Greeks Pick Thessaloniki for March 25 Long Weekend Getaway

Greek Independence Day, the national holiday celebrated annually in Greece on March 25, is on Friday, giving all of us an automatic long weekend! According to a recent survey, Thessaloniki is the top choice of Greek travellers.

Greece Ready to Dazzle the Russians at Moscow MITT Expo

Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura on Tuesday departed for Moscow to attend the international trade show MITT and promote Greece's tourism industry to the Russian market.

IATA: ‘Terrorists will Never Succeed in Destroying the Right to Travel’

"Terrorists will never succeed in destroying the fundamental urge and right of people to travel, explore and learn about the world", the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) director general and CEO, Tony Tyler, said on Tuesday.

Russian Tourists Set Sights on Greece, Bulgaria this Summer

The recent barrage of terror strikes and the ongoing animosity between Russia and Turkey have diverted travelers to Greece and Bulgaria, with both countries stepping up their campaigns to attract more Russian tourists.

Aegean Airlines Cancels All Flights to Brussels after Bombing

Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has announced that no flights to Brussels will be operated on Tuesday due to the bombing at Brussels Airport, which killed at least 13 people.

Aegean Airlines Cancels All Flights to and from Brussels for Wednesday

In the wake of the attack at Brussels Airport in Belgium early Tuesday morning, Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has canceled all flights to and from Brussels for Wednesday, March 23.

UNWTO, WTTC Strongly Condemn Attacks in Brussels

The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) have strongly condemned the attacks in Brussels on 22 March 2016.