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Greece Shares Tourism Best Practices in Belgrade

Greece's best practices in tourism were presented by the country's Secretary General for Tourism Policy and Development, George Tziallas, during the annual Adria Hotel Forum in Belgrade.

DNA Travel Looks to Promote Attica’s Wine Tourism

DNA Travel is supporting the efforts of the "Attica Wine & Food Experience" association by offering know-how and new ideas for future endeavors.

‘Mykonos Pearls’ Appoints Grigoris Zorgianos as New Marketing Head

Mykonos Pearls, a leading hospitality and property management company in Greece, has appointed Grigoris Zorgianos as its new head of marketing.

New Guide Out on Thessaloniki’s Ottoman Monuments

A 20-page pocket guide of the Ottoman Era Monuments in Thessaloniki has been released by the city's tourism organization, aiming to assist visitors in their discovery of the northern port city.

Greek Shipowners to Voluntarily Boost State Coffers by €75m a Year

The Union of Greek Shipowners has agreed to boost state coffers annually by more than 75 million euros for an indefinite period of time.

Attica Region Considers Megara as Filming Base

Attica Region is examining the possibility of setting up a filming base in Megara, some 40km east of the Greek capital city of Athens.

NJV Athens Plaza Hotel Strikes Gold at Greek Hospitality Awards 2019

The NJV Athens Plaza hotel received two gold awards for the high-quality services offered to business visitors and its sustainability practices, at the recent Greek Hospitality Awards 2019.

Axia Hospitality Honored for Sales and Booking Services

Sales and reservations management company Axia Hospitality was honored with a total of seven accolades at the Greek Hospitality Awards 2019.

Nominations Open for WTM’s International Travel & Tourism Awards

The prestigious International Travel & Tourism Awards (ITTAs), presented by WTM London, will open nominations on March 1 for its second ceremony in November.

Greek Minister Calls for Unified EU Tourism Policy

While in Brussels, Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura urged European stakeholders to work together towards setting up a common EU tourism policy.

Central Macedonia Backs Tourism Ventures for Growth

More than 152 tourism investments are already taking shape while 32 are in the pre-approval stage in the Central Macedonia Region in northern Greece.

Greece’s SNFCC Brings Culture Closer to the People

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, located along the Athenian Riviera, has in just two years evolved into a favorite venue for recreation, learning, sports and culture.

Aqua Luxury Suites Announced Europe’s Luxury Hotel of the Year 2019

The five-star Aqua Luxury Suites, located on Santorini, recently won the Luxury Travel Guide's 2019 Award for Europe's Luxury Hotel of the Year.

FedHATTA Info Campaign Aimed at non-EU Tourism Services Providers

Greece’s travel agency body fedHATTA has launched a far-reaching information campaign regarding the provision of tourism services by non-EU nationals/entities in Greece.

Delphi Economic Forum 2019 to Focus on Int’l Growth Challenges

Over 500 leading personalities from 24 countries are expected to gather in Delphi during February 28 – March 2 to discuss on international politics, finance, culture and science.

Kallichoron’s ‘Grandma’s Breakfast’ Wins at Greek Hospitality Awards 2019

The Kallichoron Art Boutique Hotel, located on Astypalea, has been honored at the Hospitality Awards 2019 for its unique “Grandma’s Breakfast”.

Athens to Host 2019 Convention of European Airshow Council

Athens, for the first time, will host the annual convention of the European Airshow Council, which will run between February 28 and March 2.

Athens Airport 20-year Concession a Done Deal

For a sum of approximately 1.4 billion euros, Athens International Airport SA will continue to operate Greece’s leading airport over the next 20 years.

Kountoura: Greece’s Tourism Success All About Hard Work, Not Circumstance

Greece has emerged as a leading tourism destination, strengthening ties and reaching out to new markets, according to Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.

Peloponnese Tourism Body Partners with ‘Authentic Greece’ to Promote Local Products

As part of its promotional drive for 2019, the Peloponnese Tourism Organization (PTO) has partnered with Greek product promotion company Authentic Greece.