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Thessaly: Cycling Path Network in Karditsa to Get Expansion

The Thessaly Region has given the go-ahead for the expansion of the cycling path network in Karditsa.

Skiathos Island to Launch Electric Bike Sharing Network

The Municipality of Skiathos is planning to create its own electric bike-sharing network that will be available in 2023.

Greece’s International Cycling Tour to Start from Crete

The “International Cycling Tour of Hellas” event in Greece will kick off from Crete on April 27 with a total of 147 cyclists ready for five days of action.

Poseidonion Grand Hotel Ready for ‘Weekend in Tweed’ Event

Dozens of cyclists will gather on the island of Spetses during April 15-17 to participate in the “Weekend in Tweed” event organized by the Poseidonion Grand Hotel.

International Cycling Tour of Hellas to Shine Spotlight on Many Greek Cities

The International Cycling Tour of Hellas will kick off from Crete in April and pass through nine Greek cities before reaching the finish line in Ioannina on May 1.

WTTC Launches Protocols for Safe Adventure Travel

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its latest protocols that focus on measures to ensure the reopening of adventure tourism.

Thessaly Becomes First ‘Bike Friendly’ Region in Greece

Thessaly has become the first “Bike Friendly” region in Greece, following the signing of a memorandum of cooperation between regional authorities and NatTour.

Greece Looks to Attract Special Interest Dutch Tourists

Greece’s special forms of tourism were presented to Dutch professionals and holidaymakers during the Fiets en Wandelbeurs 2020 travel fair in The Netherlands.

Sports Tourism in Greece’s Strategy to Attract More Visitors

The Greek Tourism Ministry will support the Ironman 70.3 Greece 2020 mega sporting event as part of its strategy to diversify the country's tourism product and attract more visitors.

‘Tweed Run’ Back on Spetses for 6th Year

The island of Spetses will once again host dozens of cyclists, dressed in stylish vintage clothing, for the 6th Tweed Run event, scheduled to take place in October.

Greece’s First ‘IRONMAN 70.3’ Deemed a Complete Success

Greece’s first IRONMAN 70.3 event was deemed a complete success, as it attracted more than 4,500 athletes, team members, volunteers and sports lovers from all over the world to Costa Navarino in Messinia.

‘IRONMAN 70.3’ Triathlon Event to Host 1,500 Athletes from 61 Countries

More than 1,500 athletes and triathlon lovers from 61 countries around the world, on April 14, will gather at Costa Navarino in Messinia to participate in the prestigious IRONMAN 70.3 sports event.

Elatos Resort Invites All to Experience ‘1st XTERRA‘ Multi-sport Event

The Elatos Resort & Health Club during May 31 – June 2 will host the the 1st XTERRA – Elatos Resort Experience, a multi-sport event for children and adults.

Attica Region to Present its Tourism Offerings to the Dutch Market

The Region of Attica will present its tourism offerings to the Dutch market, during the International Tourism Exhibition "Vakantiebeurs 2019", which will be held in Utrecht, from January 9-13.

Attica Region Embarks on Tourism Roadshow to The Netherlands, Belgium

The Region of Attica, during December 10-11, will embark on a tourism roadshow in The Netherlands and Belgium to promote the travel options of its destinations.

New Web Platform Promotes Sports Tourism Events in Greece

A new web platform dedicated to sports events in Greece has been launched to inform and attract athletes from all over the world, as well as promote sports tourism.

Semiramis Hotel to Hold ‘Balance Day’ with Health, Wellness Events

The Semiramis Hotel in Kifissia, Athens, will hold a wellness charity event, under the theme "Balance Day", to celebrate the opening of its pool on May 6.

Hit Those Pedals Hard at the 23rd Athens Bicycle Weekend!

Demand was so great last year that organizers of the annual Athens Bicycle Round decided to make it into a weekend event to be held on April 16-17.

Cycling Chaps & Gals to Hit Spetses for 3rd Tweed Run

It’s all about fun and fitness in retro style at the 3rd Tweed Run to be hosted yet again on the Saronic island of Spetses this coming spring on April 15-17.

Navarino Challenge 2015: A Weekend of Sports for All!

Athletes from Greece and abroad attended the third edition of the “Navarino Challenge” event and enjoyed an exciting weekend that included activities such as running, swimming, taekwondo, climbing, pilates, cycling, boccia, basketball and kick boxing.
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