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‘ITB India’ Ready to Debut in April 2020

The inaugural ITB India travel trade show is on track to take place in Mumbai during April 15-17, 2020.

Safety is Greece’s Top Tourism Advantage, Says Greek Chambers Chief

Safety is the most strongest tourism advantage that Greece has compared to other East Med destinations, says UHC President Konstantinos Mihalos.

Greece Looking to Include More Fields of Study in Tourism Education

The Tourism Ministry is looking to introduce new fields of study to Greece's tourism education system, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Manos Konsolas.

Rhodes’ Amada Colossos Resort Unveils New Brand Identity and Website

The five-star Amada Colossos Resort, located on the island of Rhodes, has renewed its brand identity with the launch of a new logo and website.

Russian Embassy Honors Grecotel President Nikos Daskalantonakis

The Russian Embassy in Athens honored Grecotel Group President Nikos Daskalantonakis for contributing to the strong cooperation and friendship between Greece and Russia.

Two Greek Museums Up for ‘EMYA 2020’ Award

Two Greek museums - the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth and Lefkada's Angelos Sikelianos Museum - have been nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) for 2020.

Alitalia: Passenger Revenues Grow by 5% in November

Italian carrier Alitalia recorded a 5 percent increase in passenger revenues in November, compared to the same month in 2018.

Greece’s ‘TicketSeller’ Shortlisted as Best Newcomer at SESA Startup Competition 2019

Greek online travel agency TicketSeller is among the finalists of the South Europe Startup Awards (SESA) competition in the “Best Newcomer” category for 2019.

Greek Short-term Rentals via Airbnb, HomeAway Generate €1.5bn in a Year

Short-term rentals for hospitality purposes generated €1.15 billion in revenues in Greece over the June 2018-May 2019 period according to INSETE

Greece Looks to Improve Visa Processing Due to Rise in Demand

Τhe Greek government is looking to address the increased demand for traveler visas to Greece, mainly from Russia and China.

Greek Gov’t Moves Ahead with Regional Port Privatization Plans

The Greek government said that it would be taking measures so that the procedures for the privatization of 10 state-owned regional ports would begin in 2020.

Eleonas to Host Athens 1st Cultural and Tourism Complex

A multipurpose tourism and cultural complex budgeted at 117 million euros is set to upgrade the industrial neighbourhood of Eleonas in Athens.

Romania’s Nat Geo Traveler Gets to Know Thessaloniki’s City Break Side

Thessaloniki's city break options were introduced to representatives of the National Geographic Traveler Romania magazine.

Celestyal Launches ‘Eclectic Aegean’ Winter Cruise

Celestyal Cruises' winter “Eclectic Aegean” cruise has launched and includes stops to popular Greek destinations such as Santorini and Mykonos.

Grekaddict Partners with Klook to Attract More Asian Travelers to Greece

Grekaddict has partnered with Hong Kong-based travel activities platform Klook, in its aim to attract more Asian travelers to Greece.

Andros’ ‘Methexis’ Experiential Festival to Reveal the Aegean’s Traditions

The Aegean’s cultural and culinary traditions will be on show during the “Aegean Methexis” experiential festival to be held on Andros in June 2020.

Greek Tourism Minister Sees Positive Signs for 2020

Looking ahead to the new year, Greece's tourism minister, Harry Theoharis, said he expects to see positive signs for the country's tourism sector.

GNTO: Webinar for UK Travel Agents on Greece’s City Breaks

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) will promote Greece’s city break destinations to UK travel agents through a webinar.

Zeus International’s Hotels ‘Adopt’ Athens’ Karaiskaki Square for Christmas

As part of the Athens Municipality’s “Adopt your city” program, Zeus International’s hotels will decorate Karaiskaki square for the Christmas holidays.

Athens’ Golden Age Hotel to Present its High-end Services at AITE 2019 Trade Show

The Golden Age Hotel in Athens will present its high-end services to professionals attending the 6th Athens International Tourism Expo (AITE).