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World’s First Hydrogen Vessel ‘Energy Observer’ Arrives in Athens

Energy Observer, the world's first vessel powered by hydrogen and renewables, has arrived in Athens, the 20th stopover of its global tour.

EuGMS 2020: Greece to Host 16th European Geriatric Medicine Congress

Greece will host the European Geriatric Medicine Society's (EuGMS) 16th International Congress in 2020 in Athens after competing for the event with Sweden and Israel last year.

‘Cultural Routes’ 2020 Forum a Huge Success for Chania, Kountoura Says

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura met with sector professionals in the city of Chania, which in 2020 will host the 10th “Cultural Routes” advisory forum of the Council of Europe.

Halkidiki Tourist Arrivals on Continuous Upward Trend, Says Minister

During the last three years, tourist arrivals to Halkidiki, northern Greece, have been on a continuous upward trend, according to Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.

Shipping Professionals Meet Qatari Hospitality at Posidonia 2018

Shipping professionals visiting the Posidonia 2018 exhibition in Athens, had the chance to experience Qatari hospitality at the stand of Qatar Airways.

The Acropolis Museum to Celebrate 9th Birthday

The Acropolis Museum in Athens on Wednesday, June 20, will celebrate its ninth anniversary with guided tours and cultural events.

Moscow Gets Ready to Host ‘MeetingPlanners Russia 2018’ MICE B2B Event

Dozens of hosted buyers and MICE solution providers from Russia, CIS and Asian countries will participate in the MeetingPlanners Russia 2018 set to take place in September.

ITB Asia: Record Number of New Exhibitors for 11th Show in Singapore

ITB Asia, ‘Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show’ is already exceeding expectations, recording a 20.8 percent increase in new exhibitors signing up for the 2018 show, versus the same period last year.

‘World Tourism Day 2018’ to Focus on Tourism and Technology

This year’s World Tourism Day, held on September 27, will focus on tourism and the digital transformation, according to the UNWTO.

Turkish Airlines, Aktina Travel Group Present Services to Posidonia 2018 Guests

Turkish Airlines and Greece's Aktina Travel Group jointly participated in the Posidonia 2018 international shipping exhibition held in Athens.

Thessaloniki Ready to Host MCE South Europe 2018 B2B Forum

Thessaloniki in October will host the 4th MCE South Europe 2018 forum, one of the most highly respected and important events in the MICE tourism industry.

Posidonia Shipping Event Sets Sail for 2020

With over 2,011 exhibiting companies and some 22,000 visitors from 92 countries, the biennial Posidonia shipping trade show aims to set new records in 2020.

‘When Pictures Paint a Thousand Words’ – Benaki Art Exhibition at AIA and Costa Navarino

Athens International Airport, Costa Navarino and the Benaki Museum have joined forces to exhibit works of renowned Greek artist Nikos Hatzikyriakos-Ghikas.

LA Workshop Focuses on Greek Health Tourism Potential

Greece’s potential as a leading health tourism destination was the focus of a day event, recently held at the Huffington Center in Los Angeles.

Novotel Athènes Marks 30th Anniversary with Revenue Growth

Novotel Athènes recently celebrated its 30th anniversary in the Greek hospitality industry, which was marked by a significant rise in revenue during the first months of 2018.

Grace Santorini Celebrates 10th Anniversary with ‘Musical Sunsets’

Grace Santorini is celebrating a decade of sunsets with a series of musical events, featuring Greek singer Antonis Dominos, which begin on June 13.

Greek Food Products to Feature at NY’s 2018 Summer Fancy Food Show

Greece and its food products will be taking center stage at this year’s Summer Fancy Food Show to be held June 30-July 2 in New York City.

Summer Loading… at Athens Concert Hall Garden Concerts

The Athens Concert Hall welcomes summer season with plenty of song, art and theater events, from June 14 to September 22, in its garden.

Cyclades Aim for Tourism Growth with Sustainability and Balance

Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura spoke of ways to achieve tourism growth with sustainability and balance, during the 15th Development Conference on Syros.

Shipping Slow to Go Digital but New Challenges Set to Spur Action

The shipping industry still has a long way to go towards the adoption of new technologies across its activities, industry experts said during the Posidonia 2018 trade show.