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Lower Spain Margins, Boeing 737 MAX Issue Take Toll on TUI Group H1 Results

Airline overcapacity for Spain and the grounding of 15 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes appear to have taken a toll on TUI Group’s first half results.

Creta Maris Receives TUI Awards for Top Quality and Best Family Experience

The Creta Maris Beach Resort, located on Crete, has received the “TUI Top Quality 2019” title and was also named “TUI Family Champion 2019” by leading travel group TUI.

HotelAvailabilities Connects with ‘Lybra.Tech Intelligent Revenue Assistant’

HotelAvailabilities is now connected with the Lybra.Tech Intelligent Revenue Assistant, providing hoteliers with additional technology tools.

Iconic Red Bus to Feature at WTM London 2019

An iconic red London bus will take center stage in the UK and Ireland section of the WTM London 2019 travel exhibition that will run November 4-6.

Deloitte Says Technology to Transform Property Market Practices

Evolving technology, faster processing, wider data collection and new business models are set to stimulate the property market, according to Deloitte.

Posidonia 2019 Forum to Cast Spotlight on Greek Cruise Comeback

Greece’s sea tourism, with particular focus on its cruise travel sector, will come into the spotlight at the 2019 Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum during May 28-29 in Athens.

GNTO Supports Greece’s Entry in 2019 Eurovision Song Contest

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is supporting Greece’s participation in the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest, which will take place in Tel Aviv, Israel.

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.

Peloponnese to Host ‘Oceanman Greece’ Open Water Swimming Competition

Oitylo village in the area of Mani, in the Peloponnese, during June 29-30, will host the Oceanman Greece - Oitylo Bay 2019 open water swimming competition.

Chinese Travelers Stimulating Greece’s Tax Free Market

Chinese travelers account for more than 40 percent of all 2018 tax free sales in Greece, according to findings released by solutions firm Global Blue.

Greece’s Non-hotel Accommodation Sector Welcomes Collective Labor Agreement

SETKE has welcomed a one-year collective labor agreement covering wages and rights of employees working in non-hotel accommodation facilities.

‘The Sunday Times Travel’ Magazine Presents Greece’s Islands to UK Travelers

Greece’s islands are featured in the May edition of “The Sunday Times Travel”, one of Britain's best-selling magazines that includes tourism news, features and insider guides..

GNTO Promotes Greece at ‘Travel Bulletin Showcases’ Events

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) this May and June will take part in the "Travel Bulletin Showcases" events to promote Greece in the UK market.

Piraeus to Host the 7th Global Symposium of Maritime Executives in June

The city of Piraeus, during June 20-21, will host the 7th Global Symposium of Maritime Executives, organized by the Hellenic Shipbrokers Association and Argo Travel Group.

Louis Hotels Receives Two Honors at 1st Cyprus Tourism Awards

Louis Hotels received two honors - one gold and one bronze - at the 1st Cyprus Tourism Awards, during a ceremony held at the Filoxenia Conference Center in Nicosia.

Greece Evolving into Tax Free Shopping Destination

Greece is slowly but steadily evolving into a strong tax free shopping destination, according to data for 2018 released by solutions firm Global Blue.

Giorgos Broulias Steps in as Interim Athens Mayor

The Athens city council has elected Giorgos Broulias to serve as acting mayor of the Greek capital following the resignation of outgoing mayor Giorgos Kaminis.

Astir Beach Back in Action as Top Athenian Riviera Happening Spot

The historic Astir Beach is ready to welcome summer 2019 in true style with dozens of events, happenings, the finest food and drinks.

Volotea CEO: ‘Athens Base Launch Most Successful in Our History’

One year after the opening of Volotea's base in Athens, the carrier's CEO referred to it as "the most successful launch" in the airline's history.

Aqua Luxury Suites Partners with ‘Scent Company’ for Olfactory Branding

Aiming to create its own olfactory branding strategy, Santorini's Aqua Luxury Suites has entered into a partnership with Italy-based Scent Company.