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Girl Power: Greek Women Travel Europe Alone

All the more ladies are keen on exploring Europe alone, according to figures released recently by online booking platform TravelPlanet24 on occasion of International Women’s Day on March 8.

ITB 2015: GNTO Scoops Up Expedia Award for Best Destination Campaign of the Year

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) was announced on Thursday as one of the recipients of the 2014 EMEA Partner Awards of Expedia Media Solutions, the advertising division of the Expedia group.

Ryanair Says ‘No’ to Privatization of Greece’s Regional Airports

Irish low cost carrier Ryanair said it was against the privatization of Greece’s local airports, proposing instead that the Greek government announce a new bid which will have the increase in passenger traffic as a prerequisite.

Airlines Announce New Routes to/from Athens, Greece

In view of the summer 2015 schedule of Athens International Airport, airlines have announced a series of new routes to/from the Greek capital.

Germanwings Launches Flights from Dusseldorf to Athens

German low-cost carrier Germanwings announced on Wednesday, the launch of direct flights from Dusseldorf to Athens starting in March.

World’s Safest Airlines for 2015 Announced

Safety and product rating website AirlineRatings.com recently announced its top ten safest airlines and top ten safest low cost airlines for 2015 from the 449 it monitors.

Air New Zealand Named Airline of the Year 2015

Air New Zealand has been named Airline of the Year for the second consecutive year by AirlineRatings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating website.

Germanwings Launches First Route to Cyprus

Germanwings, the low-cost subsidiary of Lufthansa Group, has launched its first ever flight to Cyprus.

Edelweiss Air To Expand Service To Greece In Summer 2015

Edelweiss Air will expand its connectivity to Greece in Summer 2015, the Zurich-based subsidiary of Germany’s Lufthansa Group announced on 29 September.

SWISS Once Again Wins “Europe’s Leading Airline Business Class” Award

For the fourth consecutive year Swiss International Air Lines has captured the award of Europe’s Leading Airline Business Class at the 21st World Travel Awards, an annual ranking conducted by travel industry experts.

World Travel Awards 2014: The Acropolis Is Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction

The Acropolis in Athens won the title of Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction at the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2014 held on 2 August in the Greek capital.

Aegean Airlines Among Carriers To Renew Flights To And From Tel Aviv

Several American and European airlines have been informed they can consider flying again to and from Israel's international airport and have already renewed flights.

Flights To Tel Aviv, Israel, Suspended By US And European Airlines

European and American airlines are canceling flights to Tel Aviv, Israel, following a security alert after a rocket landed one mile away from the country's main airport on Tuesday 22 July.

Etihad Airways: Outside Investment Needed For EU Carriers

Abu Dhabi's state-owned airline Etihad Airways wants to engage with Europe for mutual gain, according to the airline's president and CEO, James Hogan.

Amadeus And Germanwings Announce New Distribution Deal

Germanwings and Amadeus recently announced a new agreement that will enable the airline to distribute all of its published fares and the most demanded ancillary services in the travel agency channel.

UNWTO Shocked By Tragic Loss Of Malaysia Airlines Flight

The UNWTO is deeply shocked by the tragic crash of Malaysia Airline flight MH17. On behalf of the international tourism community, UNWTO conveys its heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the victims.

SWISS Signs Long-Term Agreement With Amadeus To Transform The Passenger Experience

Amadeus and Swiss International Air Lines have announced a long-term strategic agreement that will see the airline adopt the core modules of the Amadeus Altéa Suite to enhance its reservation, inventory and departure control processes.

Air India To Become 27th Member Of Star Alliance In July

Air India will join the Star Alliance on 11 July 2014 and become the first Indian airline to join a global airline alliance.

Star Alliance’s New Home At Heathrow Opens

"Terminal 2: the Queen’s Terminal" is the latest addition to Heathrow airport that will house all 23 Star Alliance member airlines that serve the UK’s only hub airport.

Southwest Airlines, Amadeus Sign Contract For Single Reservation System

Southwest Airlines and Amadeus IT Group recently announced that they have entered into a joint contract for Amadeus’ Altéa reservations solution that will support the carrier’s domestic service.