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Mytilene Presents European Cultural Capital 2021 Bid at Acropolis Museum

The capital of the Greek island of Lesvos, Mytilene is enlisting its history, architecture, poetry, art, literature and gastronomy in its bid to be named European Cultural Capital 2021. The birthplace of ancient poet Sappho, folk artist Theophilos and art patron Teriade, among...

Hospitality.Next 2015: Int’l Tourism Experts, Greek Hoteliers Focus on Boutique Travel Concept

International tourism experts and Greek hoteliers will focus on the current trends that compose the "boutique hotel experience" in terms of infrastructure, architecture, branding and services, at next week's Hospitality.Next conference in Athens.

Philoxenia 2015: TCB Announces ‘Conference Tourism’ Agenda

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) will participate for the second time in "Philoxenia", Greece's major annual tourism exhibition, to network and develop strategic partnerships to promote Greece's northern city as a conference destination.

Spanish, Greek Travel Agents Discuss Creation of Mediterranean Union

Strengthening existing ties and boosting Spanish tourism to Greece through new products topped the agenda of a meeting on Tuesday, between the Hellenic Association of Travel & Tourist Agencies (HATTA) and the Business Federation of Regional Associations of Spanish Travel Agencies...

Millennial on Guinness World Record-breaking Quest to Visit Athens

The Peaceful Traveler’s Journey to all 196 Sovereign Nations (and a Guinness World Record Setting Expedition) is due to arrive in Athens, Greece on December 7, 2015.

A ‘Bigger’ Philoxenia Expo to Open in Thessaloniki on Thursday

Philoxenia, Greece's major annual tourism trade show, will welcome exhibitors and visitors in a bigger exhibition space when it opens its doors on Thursday, November 12, at the Thessaloniki International Exhibition Centre. The Philoxenia expo has "grown" by 25 percent in...

Philoxenia 2015: Federation of Greek Travel Agencies to Officially Present ‘Dodeka’ Action Plan

An action plan, dubbed “Dodeka”, designed to make Greece an year-round tourist destination, will be officially presented to the world by the Federation of Greek Travel Agencies (Fed HATTA) and the Hellenic Association of Travel & Tourist Agencies (HATTA) during the 31st...

The 33rd Athens Marathon – The Authentic Breaks All Records – Photo Report

The 33rd Athens Marathon - Τhe Authentic broke all records on Sunday, November 8, attracting some 43,000 athletes who tested their mettle and improved their personal times running the classic race on a warm, sunny day.

Alt. Tourism Minister Kountoura Inaugurates New Cruise Pier at Corfu Port

Underscoring the importance of the cruise business in Greece, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura on Saturday inaugurated Corfu's new pier at a ceremony held by the island's port authority.

Mouzenidis to Unveil New Flight Program of Ellinair at Philoxenia Expo

The Mouzenidis Group will present the new flight program of its private carrier Ellinair on Friday during the 31st Philoxenia International Tourism Exhibition in Thessaloniki.

Have A Happy ‘Astir Palace’ Thanksgiving

Let Astir’s spectacular seafront location provide an unforgettable backdrop to experience the festive atmosphere of Thanksgiving 2015 and share memorable moments with your loved ones for lunch or dinner.

WTM London 2015 – Day 4 – Final Day Highlights

Thursday was the final day of WTM London 2015 at ExCeL London. Watch the "end of day" video and hear from visitors and exhibitors giving their view on the leading global event for the travel industry - WTM London 2015.

WTM 2015: Thursday Confirms the Thirst for Speed Networking

WTM London 2015 ended on a high, with speed networking for buyers and a separate session for bloggers setting the tone for a busy final day.

Sports Expo Kicks Off Athens Authentic Marathon Weekend

With the inauguration of the ERGO Marathon Expo 2015 on Thursday, events and activities for the 33rd “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” have kicked off. The “Athens Marathon. Τhe Authentic” will take place on Sunday, November 8.

More than Just a City or a Break: This is the Athens World!

Over 7,000 wristbands, 400 photo posts and dozens of bloggers from six countries brought Athens to the world on United Nations’ World Cities Day on October 31.

WTM London 2015 – Day 3 – End of Day Highlights

A third successful day of WTM London has come to an end. Take a look at some of the highlights from the day, including the World Responsible Tourism Opening and Awards.

WTM 2015: Social Media Changing Destination Branding, UNWTO/WTM Ministers Summit

Destination branding and the way tourism marketing organizations operate need to be adapted to the changes brought in by social media, according to the outcome of the meeting of Ministers of Tourism and private sector leaders at the 9th UNWTO & World Travel Market (WTM)...

WTM 2015: Airline Sector in the Spotlight at World Travel Market Day 3

The airline sector was in the spotlight on the third day of World Travel Market London 2015 – the leading global event for the travel industry.

North Events: Lesvos, Kos, Chios and Samos to Shine in Poland and Sweden

Tourism consultants North Events have announced that the Greek islands of Lesvos, Kos, Chios and Samos will be the "honored destinations" at the upcoming 1st Grecka Panorama, to be held in Warsaw in December and the 3rd Grekland Panorama that will run in Stockholm in February 2016.

WTM London 2015 – Day 2 – End of Day Highlights

Day two of WTM London, opening its doors to all travel trade attendees, was exceptionally busy. Watch end of day video & check out tomorrow's key events.