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GNTO Ups its Budget to Boost Greece in US

The Greek National Tourism Organization has set aside 1 million euros to promote the country’s destinations to the US market.

Tourism to Britain Sees Upward Trend Despite Brexit

Tourism to the UK has been on an upward trend over the last year with forecasts for a 6.6 percent rise in spending by tourists despite Brexit.

Hellinikon Casino Tender Closer to Finalization

Greece’s gaming commission is proceeding to the next phase of procedures for the 30-year license to operate an integrated resort and casino at Hellinikon.

Fraport Greece Priorities: Extending Tourism Season, Promoting Destinations

Fraport Greece says it is committed to extending the tourism season by increasing inbound traffic and attracting more airlines to the Greek market.

Greece in Top 5 Mediterranean Tourism Destinations

Greece ranks fourth in terms of its share in the Mediterranean tourism market, according to an analysis by the Bank of Greece.

Lufthansa and Vistara Sign Codeshare Agreement

Lufthansa and Vistara have signed a codeshare agreement aiming to further strengthen their existing interline partnership.

Greece’s Travel Receipts in Jan-Oct 2019 Exceed Total 2018 Revenues

Travel receipts in Greece during the first ten months of 2019 exceeded the total amount of the country's revenues in 2018, according to INSETE.

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.

STR Study: Greece Debt Crisis Impact on Hospitality

The hospitality sector in Greece managed to withstand during the economic crisis that gripped the country in 2009, according to a study by STR.

EBRD ‘Green Funding’ to Back Hellinikon Project

The EBRD will invest 22.7 million euros in the share capital increase of Lamda Development, the company behind the 'Hellinikon' venture.

Ryanair to Launch New Corfu – Prague Route for Summer 2020

Ryanair will launch a new service connecting Corfu with Prague in summer 2020.

CIFFT: ‘Seize the Moment’ by Santo Maris Oia Among World’s Best Tourism Films

“Seize the Moment”, the official video of the Santo Maris Oia hotel, has been included among the world’s best tourism films at the Grand Prix CIFFT Circuit 2019.

Celestyal Takes ‘Make-A-Wish’ Children on a Greek Summer Cruise

Celestyal Cruises, this past summer fulfilled the wishes of seven children of the Make-A-Wish organization by taking them on a cruise around the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean.

Minoan Lines’ Successful Performance Makes it a ‘True Leader’

Greek passenger shipping company Minoan Lines has, once again, been announced a “True Leader” at ICAP Group’s annual awards.

Athens Airport Presents the Christmas Traditions of Alexandroupolis

The Christmas traditions of Alexandroupolis will be on show at Athens International Airport during December 23 and 24.

Greece 11th on fDi’s Top 20 Tourism Locations of the Future

Greece has been listed among the top 20 most attractive locations for investment in fDi’s “Tourism Locations of the Future” ranking for 2019-2020.

EU Court Rules Against French Hoteliers’ Airbnb Claim

The EU’s highest court has rejected a French hotels association suit against Airbnb, ruling that the home-sharing platform is not required to hold a real estate agent's licence in order to operate in France.

Greek Investments Minister Says Works on Hellinikon to Start ‘As Planned’ in 2020

The Hellinikon project will move ahead as planned despite the recent delays, according to Greek Investments Minister Adonis Georgiadis.

Lufthansa: Reduced Catering Onboard Flights Due to Strike

Lufthansa will not be able to provide its regular variety of beverages and meals on December 19, due to a strike called by the Verdi trade union at the group's catering company LSG Skychefs.

Tourism Boosts Greece’s Economic Growth in Q3, Says NBG

Data on Greece's GDP in the third quarter of 2019 shows that the country's economic activity grew stronger than initially expected, mainly due to tourism.