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Kountoura Outlines Greek Tourism Policy

During her speech at the Economist conference in Athens, Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura listed the main objectives of the government's tourism policy and said that the main target is to extend the season.
Posted On 10 Jul 2015
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Greece Suggests 13% VAT Rate for Hotels in its Bailout Proposal to Creditors

A value-added-tax (VAT) rate of 13 percent on Greek hotels and the elimination of discounts on the country's most popular islands, are included in the proposal the Greek government submitted to its international creditors on late Thursday, in hope of reaching an agreement on a...
Posted On 10 Jul 2015
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Greek Banks to Remain Closed Until Monday, July 13

Greece's "bank holiday" has been extended for another three working days, according to a ministerial decision issued late Wednesday.
Posted On 08 Jul 2015
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EU to End Roaming Charges By June 2017

Roaming charges will cease to exist in the European Union as of June 15, 2017, according to a recent agreement between the European Parliament and the Council.
Posted On 07 Jul 2015
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IMF Releases Statement on Greece

Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), made a statement on Monday, one day after a 'no' vote in a Greek bailout referendum.
Posted On 06 Jul 2015
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German Press Dismayed With Greece’s ‘No’

The German press was not happy with Greece’s referendum result on Sunday, when a massive 61.31 percent voted against the stringent austerity measures demanded by the country’s international lenders.
Posted On 06 Jul 2015
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Eurogroup: Referendum Result ‘Very Regrettable’ for Future of Greece

"I take note of the outcome of the Greek referendum. This result is very regrettable for the future of Greece", Jeroen Dijsselbloem, head of the Eurogroup, said in a statement following a 'no' vote in a Greek bailout referendum.
Posted On 06 Jul 2015
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Germany’s ‘Die Zeit’ Urges Greeks to Vote for the Future of Europe

In an open letter - in German and Greek - Die Zeit's Marc Brost is calling on all Greeks to vote responsibly in Sunday’s referendum, stressing that their decision will not only affect their own future but the future of 500 million people across Europe.
Posted On 02 Jul 2015
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Greece’s Referendum to Go Ahead as Planned, Eurogroup to Discuss Greek Proposal After Sunday

Greece's July 5 referendum will go ahead as planned, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras informed the nation in a television address.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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Obama Calls for Lenders’ Flexibility in Greece Crisis

In an attempt to prevent the further deterioration of Greece’s economic situation, US President Barack Obama has upped his contacts with EU leaders, calling on all parties involved to show flexibility and work out a solution.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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Greece Seems Ready to Accept Lenders’ Bailout Terms

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras will accept almost all of the bailout terms of the country's creditors that were on the negotiating table last weekend, according to a letter he sent on late Tuesday night.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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IMF: Greece is Now in Arrears

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed that Greece did not make a 1.5 billion euros repayment due on Tuesday, June 30.
Posted On 01 Jul 2015
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Pet-friendly Beaches in Greece Growing in Number

More and more beaches across mainland Greece and on its islands are welcoming pets, according to media reports citing a recent decision by the shipping ministry in collaboration with the tourism ministry, which designates beaches where pets are allowed to swim.
Posted On 24 Jun 2015
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Fishermen Finally Free to Offer Tourists Taste of the Sea

Greek fishermen are finally seeing their profession expand thanks to amended legislation that allows them to use their boats to offer tourists fishing adventures or exploration trips.
Posted On 18 Jun 2015
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What Does Greek Tourism Stand to Lose?

Negotiations between Greece and its international lenders are at a standstill and the tourism sector is on the edge waiting to see which measures will affect its future.
Posted On 17 Jun 2015
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Lesvos Mayor Calls For Immediate Action as Migrant Influx Gets Out of Control

The mayor of Lesvos is ringing alarm bells over the influx of migrants to the island, calling on the government to step in immediately and take the necessary actions on a national and international level for fear that things will get out of control.
Posted On 11 Jun 2015
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Video: Commissioner Bulc’s Vision for EU Transport

The European Commissioner for Transport Violeta Bulc has a vision for EU transport built on four pillars: people, growth and employment, innovation as well as competitiveness and sustainability.
Posted On 10 Jun 2015
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Australian Travel Directive Begins to Stir Reaction in Greece

An Australian government advisory, warning travellers to Greece to be aware of the possibility of retail banking services becoming limited at short notice, sparked reaction from the Greek side.
Posted On 08 Jun 2015
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EU Tourism Strategy Set Out by Commissioner Bienkowska

European Commissioner Elżbieta Bieńkowska set out her eight priorities for the future European tourism strategy, during ECTAA’s 111th General Assembly held recently in Montenegro.
Posted On 05 Jun 2015
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Minister Stathakis Reveals Tourism Agenda for Greece

Speaking during the 23rd annual general assembly of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) on Thursday, the Minister of Economy, Infrastructure, Shipping and Tourism, Giorgos Stathakis, revealed the strategic objectives of the government in regards to tourism.
Posted On 28 May 2015
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