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Slow-Moving Licensing Process May Stall Construction Of Waterways In Greece This Year

Although Greek company Hellenic Seaplanes is ready to begin constructing waterways in ports in Greece, the slow-moving process to obtain a license for their construction may put plans on hold for the 2014 tourism season.

Hellenic Seaplanes: First Test Run to Greek Port of Lavrio

Hellenic Seaplanes carried out its first seaplane test run to the Greek port of Lavrio, southeast of Athens, aiming for a summer launch.

Seaplane Ports for Three Greek Islands Get Green Light

Seaplane ports on three Greek islets in the Diapontian Island complex, northwest of Corfu, received approval this week.

Seaplane Flights to Kick Off from Corfu in Spring, Investor Says

Highly-anticipated seaplane flights are scheduled to kick off from Corfu in the spring, announced the project’s investor.

Greek Water Airports: Seaplane Port on Kea Island Gets Approval

A new seaplane port to be constructed on Kea island received approval this month.

Greek Company Hopeful Seaplane Flights Will Begin in 2024

Hellenic Seaplanes is aiming to set up the largest seaplane network in Europe with flights expected to begin next year.

Sitia UNESCO Global Geopark Setting Sustainable Tourism Example

The Sitia UNESCO Global Geopark in Crete is setting the example of how tourism and sustainability can go hand in hand.

Patmos First Dodecanese Island to Get Approval for Seaplane Flights

Patmos is the first Dodecanese island that received approval to operate seaplanes, according to Hellenic Seaplanes.

Greece’s Tourism Board Sets Priorities for Corfu

Extending the tourism season and rebranding are among the top priorities for Corfu tabled by Greece’s tourism board.

Seaplane Arrival Paves Way for Waterway Operations in Greece

Greece received its first seaplane that will shorten travel time to the islands when waterway operations kick off.

Celestyal Appoints Janet Parton as VP of Business Development – UK, Europe & Australia

Celestyal Cruises will expand its presence in key markets following the appointment of Janet Parton as Vice President, Business Development – UK, Europe & Australia.

Skyros: Seaplane Port Almost Ready, Operator Installs Passenger Terminal

A seaplane port on the Greek island of Skyros to connect with an island and mainland waterway network is almost ready.

Greece Waterway Network with 30 Ports Moving Forward, Says Seaplane Operator

The largest waterway network in Greece, which includes 30 seaplane ports in the South Aegean, is in the final stretch, according to operator Grecian Air Seaplanes.

Greece’s Evia Seaplane Network Gets New Port Permits

The seaplane network on Evia island in Greece is moving ahead with more port permit approvals.

Patra Closer to Operating Seaplane Flights to Nearby Greek Islands

The Patra Waterway, to connect mainland Greece with the Ionian and Saronic islands via seaplane flights, enters next stage.

First Seaplane Port on Evia Gets Green Light

A license for the creation of a seaplane port in Kymi on the island of Evia has been approved, Hellenic Seaplanes recently announced.

Next Steps for Crete Waterway Network and Seaplane Ports

Crete is swiftly moving forward with procedures to launch works on a waterway network and seaplane ports.

Peloponnese: Kalamata to Get Port for Seaplanes

Kalamata in the Peloponnese is preparing to welcome seaplane port infrastructure and to become an innovative destination in Greece, says the city’s mayor, Thanasis Vassilopoulos.

Cities on Crete Join Seaplane Network Project

A handful of cities on Crete have expressed interest in creating the necessary infrastructure to launch seaplane activities in the coming future.

allCruises: New Agency for Cruise Travel Enters Greek Market

allCruises, a new travel agency that specializes in cruise travel, recently entered the Greek market and opened its doors in Athens.