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Microsoft Deal Paves Way for Major Investments in Greece

Greece is proceeding with major investments in the areas of tourism, energy and technology, with the recently announced Microsoft deal leading the way.

French Film ‘On sourit pour la photo’ Wraps Up Production in Greece

The French movie "On sourit pour la photo" has finished filming in Athens and the island of Aegina, with the support of the GNTO.

Greek Court Rules Hard Rock Out of Hellinikon Casino Game

Greece’s highest court has issued its final decision and ended a legal conflict over the 30-year permit to run a casino at the Hellinikon area in Athens.

Almost 200 Beaches in Attica Approved for Water Quality – List

Some 200 beaches in the Attica Region, which includes surrounding islands, have been approved for the quality of their waters.

City Unity College: Online Virtual Open Day for Hospitality & Tourism Studies

The Athens-based City Unity College on July 27 will host its first Online Virtual Open Day to present the programs of Hospitality & Tourism Studies offered by Swiss Alpine Center and Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Works at Hellinikon Kick Off as ‘Symbol of Growth & New Jobs’

Works on one of the largest projects in Greece, the Hellinikon mega complex, kicked off on Friday after years of delays.

Minister: Hellinikon Casino, Hotels, Skyscrapers Ready for Construction

The first phase of the Hellinikon project in Greece, which will see the construction of a casino, two hotels and skyscrapers, is expected to begin in July.

Greece’s Outdoor Cinemas Open Offering Post-covid-19 Relief

Open-air cinemas across Greece are opening their doors to the public, running on a 70 percent capacity with open bars and no intermissions.

Aktor Concessions SA Inks 40-year Alimos Marina Deal

Greek company Aktor Concessions SA has finalized a deal to manage and exploit the Alimos Marina in southern Athens.

Astir Palace Vouliagmeni Appoints Penny Zaglaridou as New CEO

Astir Palace Vouliagmeni AXE has appointed Penny Zaglaridou as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Hellinikon Project One Step Closer to Materialization

The Hellinikon project, to go up at Athens’ former airport, is moving one step closer to becoming a reality after Greece’s Central Archaeological Council approved the demolition of 900 buildings on the premises.

South Kynouria Growing into Top Special Interest Tourist Destination

Tourism Professionals of Kynouria in the Peloponnese are promoting the destination's special interest tourism offerings that include trekking, gastronomy festivals and fishing.

Hellinikon Casino Tender Closer to Finalization

Greece’s gaming commission is proceeding to the next phase of procedures for the 30-year license to operate an integrated resort and casino at Hellinikon.

EBRD ‘Green Funding’ to Back Hellinikon Project

The EBRD will invest 22.7 million euros in the share capital increase of Lamda Development, the company behind the 'Hellinikon' venture.

Greece Casino Competition Marred by Conflict

A tender for the 30-year license to operate an integrated resort and casino in Hellinikon, has run into another glitch, with one of the two bidders claiming it has been excluded from the game.

Swiss, Austrian Travel Agents Visit Attica’s Landmark Sites

The GNTO introduced 14 Swiss and Austrian travel agents to some of Attica's landmark sites and city break destinations.

Radisson Reveals Plans to Expand in Greek Hotel Market

Radisson Hotel Group has revealed plans to expand in Greece's hotel market in destinations such as Athens, Thessaloniki and Patra.

‘Divani Apollon’ Crowned Greece’s Best Hotel Spa for 2019

The Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso, located on the Athenian Riviera, was announced “Greece's Best Hotel Spa for 2019” at the 5th annual World Spa Awards.

Lamda Ready to Pour €2bn into Hellinikon Phase 1 Projects

Lamda Development plans to invest some 2 billion euros in the Hellinikon project in the next five years, up from its initial 1.1 billion euro plan.

Hellinikon Casino Tender Closes, Announcement in Two Months

The winner of a tender for an integrated casino resort at Hellinikon in Athens is expected to be announced in two months.