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Infrastructure, Connectivity Key to Keeping Cruise Companies in Greece

Greece is taking steps to accelerate port infrastructure upgrades and ensure stronger air connectivity in order to handle more cruise ships and passengers in the future, according to Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki.

Greece Praised for Cruise Tourism Restart Initiative

Global cruise industry stakeholders have praised Greece for its initiatives to help restart cruise travel after Covid-19.

INSETE: Greek Tourism 2020 Performance in Numbers

The INSETE research body has released data showing the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Greece's tourism industry in 2020.

ITB Virtual Convention will Shine Spotlight on Rebuilding Trust in Travel

Experts from the hospitality, aviation and cruise industries will analyze the role of trust management in tourism, during the ITB Virtual Convention on November 19.

Workathlon in Techstars Accelerator Program for Startups in Abu Dhabi

Greek hospitality recruiting platform Workathlon has been selected as one of the top 10 startups from around the world to participate in this year's Techstars Accelerator | Hub71 program.

OYO Hotels Selects Sabre for Travel Agency Distribution

OYO Hotels is now connected to almost 900,000 travel agents globally, through the GDS connectivity solution powered by Sabre Hospitality Solutions’ SynXis platform.

Celestyal Cruises Welcomes US Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt Onboard its ‘Crystal’ Ship

Celestyal Cruises held a reception in the honor of US Ambassador to Greece Geoffrey Pyatt on its "Crystal" ship, in the presence of 300 American guests.

New ‘Sky Princess’ Cruise Ship Docks in Piraeus

Sky Princess, Princess Cruises' newest ship, recently docked in Piraeus Port before sailing on its inaugural cruise to the Mediterranean and the Adriatic.

Νέοι τομείς τουρισμού και διεθνείς συμμετοχές στη φετινή AITE

Η 6η Athens International Tourism Expo, που θα διεξαχθεί 6-8 Δεκεμβρίου 2019, μεγαλώνει φέτος με νέους τομείς τουρισμού και διεθνείς συμμετοχές.

YES to Sea Tourism Forum Offers Graduates Chance at a Shipping Career

This year’s YES to Sea Tourism Forum offered young graduates insight into ways of securing a career in shipping and tourism.

Celestyal Cruises Accounts for 70% of Greece’s Home Porting Activity

Celestyal Cruises accounts for 70 percent of all home porting activity in Greece, according to the company's CEO Chris Theophilides.

Study: Greek Young Job-seekers in Shipping Need More Experience

The number of Greeks seeking jobs in shipping and marine tourism is on the rise but candidates lack experience, according to findings of FocusBari.

Greek Ports Expecting Over 5 Million Cruise Passengers this Summer

Greek ports are expected to welcome more than 5 million cruise passengers this summer, with the ports of Piraeus, Santorini and Corfu leading the activity.

Mediterranean Yacht Show 2019 Attracts Over 450 Trade Visitors from 31 Countries

More than 450 commercial visitors from 31 countries participated in the Mediterranean Yacht Show 2019 that was held in Nafplion, Greece.

CLIA, Santorini Officials Work Together for Sustainable Cruise Travel Future

Improving the overall cruise travel experience for visitors to Santorini topped the agenda of talks between CLIA executives and island officials.

Loutraki Conference Underlines Importance of Waterway Network for Greece

The importance of seaplanes for travel in Greece topped the agenda of the first conference on waterways held in Loutraki recently.

Sea Tourism, Cruise and Yachting on Agenda of YES Forum 2019

The “YES to Sea Tourism Forum 2019” event in Athens will focus on the challenges and opportunities that emerge from the sectors of sea tourism, cruise and yachting.

Cruise Industry Commits to Sustainable Practices for Cleaner Seas

The Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) underscored the global cruise industry’s commitment to sustainability, during recent events in Abu Dhabi and Berlin.

Greece Named Best Destination at UK’s Wave Awards 2019

Greece received the "Best Destination (Port or Country)" title at the Wave Awards 2019, which is considered the premier awards of the UK cruise industry.

6th Mediterranean Yacht Show Extends to Five Days – Registration is Open

The coastal town of Nafplio in the Peloponnese is preparing to host the 6th Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS), which this year will be extended to five days, from May 4 to 8.