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Spectacular Stunts & Shows at 5th Athens Flying Week

The 5th Athens Flying Week (AFW) to “take off” on September 17 at the Tanagra Air Force Base on the outskirts of Athens promises to keep aviation lovers, young and old, and spotters on the edge with dozens of aircraft and jets in sensational stunts and much more.

September 2016 Events at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

The free events at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) continue unabated throughout September. Events include wellness and sports programs, activities for children and families, film screenings, musical concerts and guided tours.

‘Athens Network Exchange’ 3-day Workshop Tackles Refugee Issues

The Municipality of Athens is hosting a three-day workshop starting Wednesday, September 7, in its Europe Direct hall aiming to tackle challenges and issues arising from the influx of refugees and migrants headed to Europe through Greece.

Modern Art Show ‘documenta 14’ Set to Take Athens by Storm in April 2017

The City of Athens is officially counting down to one of the art world’s most prestigious events set to take place in the Greek capital in April 2017: the contemporary art “documenta” exhibit.

Attica Region Seeks to Set Up Cultural Tourism Network

The Attica Region is inviting municipalities, organizations and businesses to join in its efforts to develop cultural tourism during a special event on September 28 at the Acropolis Museum amphitheater.

Kountoura Points to Alternative Tourism as Next Big Thing

Adventure tourism is the next big thing, according to Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura, who added that tapping into new markets will take Greece one step closer to achieving the goals set for the next year.

‘Navarino Challenge 2016’ is Coming Up – Registrations are Closed

Everything is ready for the launch of the popular sports tourism event “Navarino Challenge” that is returning for the fourth consecutive year in Messinia and Costa Navarino on September 9-11.

Thessaloniki Paves Way for ‘Tourist in Your Town’ Initiative

A two-day event to explore alternative forms of tourism will take place in the northern port city of Thessaloniki, on September 6-7, on the American Farm School campus.

‘Sun:Set’ Party by Alexandros Christopoulos @ Navona, Thessaloniki

Award-winning Greek DJ Alexandros Christopoulos will hit the decks of the Navona Italian Bar Restaurant at the Makedonia Palace in Thessaloniki.

First UNWTO Wine Tourism Conference Gathers Experts from Around the World

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in collaboration with the Georgian National Tourism Administration, is organizing the 1st UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism in the Kakheti wine region of Georgia on September 7-9.

Aegean Isles Showcase Leisure Offerings at Germany’s TourNatur Expo

As part of a ongoing strategy to promote all-year-round tourism, the North and South Aegean regions are participating this year at the TourNatur expo taking place September 2-4 in Dusseldorf, Germany.

Counting Down the Days to the 1st Andros Trail Race

In a month’s time amateur and professional athletes from across the globe will be running the footpaths of the Cycladic island of Andros in one of the island’s biggest sporting events, the 1st Andros Trail Race to take place on October 2.

Ancient Theatre of Delos Opens After 2,000 Years of Silence

The ancient theatre on the island of Delos will open after two thousand years of silence to host a play that aims to raise awareness about the tragedy of refugees in the waters of the Aegean.

Tradition Meets Hospitality at Creta Maris

Creta Maris Beach Resort, in Hersonissos, Crete, recently held a "Traditional Harvest Day" for its guests and highlighted the island’s long tradition in grape growing and winemaking.

WTM London 2016 to Reveal New Travel Trends

Euromonitor International and World Travel Market (WTM) London have once again collaborated to predict future trends shaping the travel industry in the annual WTM Global Trends Report.

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.

‘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.

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.