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WTM 2015: Ionian Isles – Investing in the ‘People Factor’

Why visit the Ionian islands? In short: you leave a happy (wo)man, you’ve received your money’s worth and your needs have been respected. These, in the words of Spyros Galiatsatos, Vice Governor of Tourism and Promotion for the Ionian Islands Region, are what makes… or breaks...

Posted On 10 Nov 2015

, By GTP editing team

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...

Posted On 10 Nov 2015

, By GTP editing team

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...

Posted On 10 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 09 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 09 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 09 Nov 2015

, By GTP editing team

WTM 2015: Visa Facilitation Could Benefit Europe’s Economy by €114 bn, ETC says

The European Travel Commission (ETC) called at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London for reform of the way visas are granted to leisure and business travellers.

Posted On 06 Nov 2015

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WTM 2015: US Wholesaler Tourico Holidays Adds Greek Islands to ‘Sun & Sea’ Portfolio

The Greek islands are among the Eastern Mediterranean vacation destinations that US global travel wholesaler Tourico Holidays has entered for the first time.

Posted On 06 Nov 2015

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WTM 2015: Skiathos – Mamma Mia, Here I Go Again… 60-70% Repeat Visitors

“Skiathos is a home away from home, it’s safe and friendly and we know our visitors by their first names,” Panos Diolettas, president of the Skiathos Tourism Development Committee, told the Greek Travel Pages (GTP) on the sidelines of the World Travel Market (WTM) in London.

Posted On 06 Nov 2015

, By Maria Paravantes

WTM 2015: From Puglia to Epirus – Cult.Routes All About Reconnecting

What do feta and canestrato cheeses, tzatziki and cardoncelli mushrooms have in common? They represent the edible side of the latest collaboration between Greece and Italy as served up during the recent World Travel Market (WTM) in London, where the Greek Travel Pages (GTP)...

Posted On 06 Nov 2015

, By GTP editing team

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.

Posted On 06 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 05 Nov 2015

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WTM 2015: Greek Alt. Minister Kountoura Talks Tourism in the UK

Greek tourism's opportunities for developing new products and destinations and for expanding the season were among the main topics Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura focused on during her meetings with leading UK tour operators on the sidelines of this week's World Travel...

Posted On 05 Nov 2015

, By GTP editing team

WTM 2015: ‘The Refugee Crisis is Greece’s No. 1 Priority’, says ABTA Chairman

Early bookings from the United Kingdom to Greece for 2016 may be showing an increase but the head of the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) warns that Greece must solve a very serious matter very quickly: the refugee crisis.

Posted On 05 Nov 2015

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WTM 2015: Metaxas Group Luxury Hotel on Santorini Coming Soon

UK travel agents and tour operators at the World Travel Market (WTM) this week were excited to hear the news of a new luxury suites and spa hotel scheduled to open on Santorini next year by the Metaxas Group.

Posted On 05 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 05 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 05 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 05 Nov 2015

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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.

Posted On 04 Nov 2015

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2015 UNWTO & WTM Ministers' Summit

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)...

Posted On 04 Nov 2015

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