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Minister Talks Tourism with South Aegean Region

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura applauded the significant contribution of the South Aegean Region to the development of tourism in Greece.

Three More Central Athens Hotels in the Pipeline

A tender for the long-term lease of three properties in central Athens is expected to be announced by the Bageios Foundation in the coming months.

Golf Tourism Lending Extra Value to Greek Hotels, Properties

Golf tourism, one of the most rapidly growing tourism markets, is expected to bring added value to Greek destinations, Algean Property reports.

Greek Golden Visa Program to Include Bond Buyers

The Greek economy ministry will expand the investment visa program to include extending "gold visas" to foreign nationals investing at least €250,000 in bonds/shares.

‘4ward Consulting’ Named Exclusive Sales Representative for Hotel Samaras in Lamia

"4ward Consulting" has partnered with Hotel Samaras in Lamia to be its exclusive sales representative in the wider travel market.

AHLA Study Says Airbnb Not Playing Fair

The bulk of Airbnb’s US revenue appears to be coming from whole-unit rentals, an American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) report said recently.

Etihad Airways Wins 2016 Treasury of the Year Award

Etihad Airways has been honoured with the 2016 Treasury of the Year award by Treasury Management International (TMI) for a string of achievements over the past 12 months.

Greek Golden Visa Attracting Chinese, Russian Investors

Investors from China benefited most from Greece’s golden visa program which offers 5-year residency rights in return for investments over 250,000 euros.

Creta Maris Wins 2016 Award of Excellence by Booking.com

The Creta Maris Beach Resort on Crete recently received the 2016 Award of Excellence from Booking.com with a review score of 9.1 out of 10.

Ermia Hotels & Resorts Grows Portfolio, Aims to Offer Top Quality

Ermia Hotels & Resorts, a hotel and property management company based in Thessaloniki, recently added the Amaryllis Beach Hotel on Paros to its growing portfolio.

Greek Gov’t Planning Changes to Investor Visa Program

The Greek government is planning changes to the so-called golden visa program extended to foreign nationals investing in property in efforts to make it more attractive.

TEMES-Dogus Consortium Takes Over Hilton Athens

Home Holdings has acquired the majority stake in the share capital of Ionian Hotel Enterprises, owning company of Hilton Athens.

Spyrou Philoxenia Enters the Peloponnese, Adds ‘Kalteziotis Mansion’ to Portfolio

The Kalteziotis Mansion, a landmark hotel in the Peloponnese, has joined the portfolio of hospitality consulting expert Spyrou Philoxenia.

Greece Sharing Economy Bill Set for Parliament

A bill expected - once passed into law - to regulate an ever-growing shadow economy in Greece, is set to be tabled in parliament in the upcoming period.

Aqua Vista Adds ‘Agnadi Villa’ to Growing Portfolio

Aqua Vista Hotels has added the Agnadi Villa, located on Santorini, to its growing portfolio.

Spyrou Philoxenia and Spyrou Hotels Attend the ‘100% Hotel Show 2016’ in Athens

Hoteliers and property owners had the chance to meet up and discuss with representatives of Spyrou Philoxenia and Spyrou Hotels at the 100% Hotel Show 2016 that recently took place at the Mediterranean Exhibition Center (MEC) in Peania, eastern Attica.

Choice Hotels to Expand European Portfolio to Greece

Choice Hotels Europe, the company behind the Comfort, Quality, Clarion and Ascend Collection brands, has signed a multi-unit development agreement with GVK Enterprises, a hospitality management and development firm, to introduce and establish a hotel portfolio in Greece.

New Hotel Location Tool Brings Innovation to Greek Hotelier Industry

Destsetters, a popular online travel platform, has introduced a new web application, which helps travellers choose their hotel based on what’s around it and always in accordance with their personal travel interests.

Etihad Airways Honoured with Three Treasury Awards

Etihad Airways’ treasury team has once again been acknowledged for airline treasury management excellence with three key accolades at the 2016 Middle East, African & Islamic Finance Aviation 100 Awards presented by Airline Economics in Dubai recently.

Airbnb vs New York City: Let the Battle Begin

Airbnb and the City of New York will meet in court following NY Governor Andrew Cuomo’s recent approval of a law impacting online home rental companies like Airbnb. In response, the short-term rental company sued the city, its mayor and the state attorney general.