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Travelife Holds Successful Sustainability Seminars for Hoteliers on Three Greek Islands

Travelife for Hotels & Accommodations, the internationally recognised certification scheme that promotes sustainability within the tourism industry, recently held three successful training seminars for hoteliers across three Greek islands.

Mediterranean Panorama & Stockholm Travel Week to Promote Greece in Scandinavia

The organizers of the successful Grekland Panorama - which has been promoting Greece to the Scandinavian market in the past years - are taking the event to the next level by incorporating other Mediterranean destinations and re-naming it into “Mediterranean Panorama”.

Greece Strengthens Shipping Ties with Korea at Maritime Cooperation Forum in Athens

The current state and the prospects of the shipping industry, the latest technological advances in the shipbuilding sector and the opportunities for commercial and financial cooperation between Greece and Korea in the maritime sector were among the main topics discussed at the...

‘The Navarino Challenge is the Best Example to Promote Sports Tourism in Greece’ – Interview with Tae Kwon Do Icon Alexandros Nikolaidis

GTP had the opportunity to talk with Alexandros Nikolaidis, the twice Silver Olympic medalist in Tae Kwon Do and an ambassador of Greece's multi-award winning event “Navarino Challenge” that will take place in September 2016. Nikolaidis underlines the importance of Tae Kwon Do as...

Athens to Host ‘GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training’ Event, June 15-17

Expert advice on how to start implementing sustainability management practices and establishing viable and actionable sustainable tourism policies and practices for business, will take center stage on June 15-17, during a Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) training event...

GNTO Exhibits in Seoul, Plans to Promote Greece Through TV and Film

As part of its strategy to approach the markets of South Korea and Southeast Asia, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is participating in the Korea Travel Fair (KOFTA) in Seoul from June 9 to 12.

Greek Isle Kos Welcomes ‘FVW’ Workshop, German Tourism Pros

FVW, Germany’s leading trade magazine for tourism and business travel, will be holding its annual workshop on the Dodecanese island of Kos between June 29 and July 2.

Kountoura Promotes Greece During 10th LA Greek Film Fest

While recently in Los Angeles, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura discussed ways to promote Greece during meetings with investors, tour operators and US film industry professionals.

Qatar Airways Exhibits at Posidonia 2016 International Shipping Exhibition

Qatar Airways is participating at Posidonia 2016, the leading international shipping event, taking place at the Athens Metropolitan Expo until June 10.

Syros Gears Up to Host 1st TRIMORE Triathlon Event

Three days full of action, sports and cultural events are coming up on Syros that are sure to offer the ultimate experience to all. This is the 1st TRIMORE Syros Triathlon!

Posidonia 2016: Aktina and Lufthansa Invite Shipping Expo Guests on a Culinary Journey

On Thursday, June 9, Aktina Travel Group and Lufthansa will hold their second culinary event "Taste Trips" at the Posidonia 2016 shipping exhibition at the Athens Metropolitan Expo.

Kyvernitis Travel and Etihad Airways Join Forces at Posidonia 2016

Kyvernitis Travel and Etihad Airways are presenting their products at a joint stand at the Posidonia 2016 shipping exhibition taking place at the Metropolitan Expo Center in Athens.

Runners @ 1st Tinos Challenge Take the Island by Storm

It was all about the sea, the sun and the traditional footpaths against the deep blue of the Aegean during the 1st Tinos Challenge which took place on the Cycladic island last month.

ITB Berlin Announces First Co-branded India Show

ITB Berlin on Monday announced its co-branded India show, Bharat International Tourism Bazaar, the first pure outbound show for the Indian market, to be held in New Delhi on October 3-6, 2016.

Posidonia 2016: PM Tsipras Highlights Importance of Shipping for Greek Economy

"The strength of Greek shipping has helped position the country at the epicenter of the changes and developments the global economy is undergoing", the Prime Minister of Greece Alexis Tsipras said while inaugurating Posidonia 2016, the world’s most prestigious shipping event, on...

Versus Travel Thanks Clients with Treats & Theater

Greek tourism experts Versus Travel expressed their gratitude to their clients in a mega event held at the Pallas Theater in Athens, recently.

Posidonia Games 2016: 2,500 Shipping Professionals Attend Greece’s Four-sport Event

A total of 2.500 shipping professionals from all over the world showcased their sailing skills, football finesse, golfing gusto and love for recreational running at four different events ahead of Posidonia 2016, the world’s most prestigious maritime exhibition, in Greece.

ILHA Holds 1st European Luxury Hospitality Summit in Athens

Prominent hospitality leaders and professionals from Europe came together last month in Athens at the 1st European Luxury Hospitality Summit of the International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA).

Air France-KLM Teams Up with Argo Travel Group at Posidonia 2016

The Air France - KLM Group and the Argo Travel Group will present their products at this year’s Posidonia 2016 shipping exhibition to open on June 6 and run through to June 10 at the Metropolitan Expo Center in Athens.

Lufthansa is the ‘Official Airline’ for Posidonia 2016 Shipping Exhibition

Lufthansa is the official airline for Posidonia 2016, the world’s most prestigious maritime event, which will be held June 6-10 at the Athens Metropolitan Expo.