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Athens, Beijing Discuss Ways To Boost Cooperation In Tourism

The potential to attract Greek tourists to Beijing and also increase the number of Chinese visitors to Athens was recently discussed by representatives of the Beijing Municipal Commission Tourism Development and officials of the Municipality of Athens.

“Melody from Beijing” Brings Greece Closer To China

Some 2,000 Athenians felt the charm of Chinese music and also may have become a bit more eager to travel to Beijing and experience the city's unique culture, after attending a recent concert that connected China to Greece at the Megaron Athens Concert Hall.

Greece Wins 2014 EU Prize For Cultural Heritage

Greece is among the winners of the 2014 European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage/Europa Nostra Awards, according to an announcement made on 20 March by the European Commission and Europa Nostra.

InSETE To Launch Quality Tourism Programs For Greek SMEs

The SETE Institute (InSETE) intends to adopt a set of voluntary quality principles proposed by the European Commission and include them in planned programs for Greek tourism enterprises.

Condor To Connect Kalamata, Greece, With German Cities Via New Flight

This summer, Condor will launch a new route to Kalamata from the German cities of Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich and Stuttgart.

Pierre-Yves Cousteau Wants To Create A Marine Park On Santorini

Pierre Yves Cousteau, world-famous diver and son of legendary undersea explorer Jacques Yves Cousteau, recently referred to his aim to create a Marine Protected Area (marine park) in Santorini, while speaking in Thessaloniki.

Thessaloniki Hosts 2014 European Youth Conference

The 2014 EU Youth Conference gathered 250 delegates who focused on young people's social inclusion.

2014 Golden Chef’s Hat Awards: Greece’s Best Restaurants

Greece presented its emerging modern cuisine to an audience of European Tourism Ministers, foreign journalists, Greek tourism professionals, entrepreneurs and celebrities at the 2014 Golden Chef’s Hat Awards ceremony held recently in Athens.

Europe’s Regional Carriers Return To Growth

Europe’s regional aviation sector is slowly returning to growth as the last quarter of 2013 marked positive changes for the sector in terms of passenger numbers, aircraft movements and numbers of routes.

EU: Coastal, Maritime Tourism Can Contribute To Growth And Creation Of Jobs

The European Union (EU) aims to enhance coastal and maritime tourism in Europe, acknowledging the potential for growth and the generation of new job opportunities in the sector.

Europe’s Blue Economy Potential Discussed In Athens

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni spoke about the challenges and opportunities arising from coastal and maritime tourism for European Union countries at a High-Level Conference held on 10 March at the Acropolis Museum in Athens.

EU Aims To Unlock Potential Of Coasts, Seas

The European Commission has a new strategy to support coastal and maritime tourism in Europe, European Commissioner for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Maria Damanaki said during a High-Level Conference held in Athens.

Aegean Airlines Announces Full Year 2013 Results

Greek carrier Aegean Airlines recently reported improved financial performance for 2013. Last year, the company's revenue increased by 21 percent to 682.7 million euros. Net earnings after tax reached 66.3 million euros, compared to losses of 10.5 million euros in 2012.

Athens To Host High-Level Conference On Coastal And Maritime Tourism

On the occasion of the Greek Presidency of the EU Council, the European Commission, the Greek Tourism Ministry and the Greek National Tourism Organization will organize a High Level Conference on Coastal and Maritime Tourism, as well an an Informal Ministerial Meeting in Athens.

EU Youth Conference Comes To Thessaloniki, Greece

Thessaloniki, the European Youth Capital for 2014, will host the European Union Youth Conference on March 10-12 2014.

Louis Cruises On Executive Committee Of CLIA Europe

Louis Cruises has been invited to join the Executive Committee of CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) Europe, the body that represents leading cruise companies operating in Europe and has 43 members and 36 executive partners.

Greek Tourism Minister Meets With Ambassadors From Arab Countries

The possibility of Athens hosting a summit of tourism ministers from European Union countries and Arab states, under the Greek Presidency of the EU, was discussed in a meeting between Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and ambassadors of Arab countries.

New European Gastronomy Portal Launched

A new gastronomy portal that gives travelers the chance to experience the soul of European culture, history and traditions through its food, was recently launched by the European Commission and the European Travel Commission.

New Rules On Liquids, Aerosols & Gels Come Into Effect At European Airports

New European Union rules on passengers carrying on liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) recently came into effect at European airports, according to the ACI (Airport's Council International) Europe.

Greece, Saudi Arabia Sign Major Tourism Development Agreement

A memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field of tourism was signed between Greece and Saudi Arabia on 10 February in Riyadh.