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‘Navagio’ on Zakynthos Named World’s Top Beach for 2018

Zakynthos' Navagio beach ranks first on the “World’s Top 50 Beaches” list for 2018, which was released by travel website FlightNetwork.

Workathlon Offers Recruiting Services to Viking Cruises

Greek hospitality recruiting platform Workathlon has entered into a partnership with leading river cruise line Viking Cruises to staff its vessels in Europe.

Tourism Elite to Discuss Greece at ‘Next is Now’ Forum in Athens

Key international tourism figures and Greek sector professionals will come together in Athens to analyze the role that tourism should play in reconstructing the Greek economy.

Santorini Mayor Calls for Closer Cooperation on Crucial Issues

A brighter, healthier future for Santorini depends on ensuring closer cooperation, tighter regulations and upgraded infrastructure, according to the island's mayor Nikos Zorzos.

Greece Food Expert Urges Collective Action for Promotion of Country’s Gastronomy

With two decades of researching, tasting, writing and promoting behind him, food expert George Pittas is back with a new book on Greece's gastronomic communities and destinations.

Golf Legend José María Olazábal Presents New Courses at Costa Navarino

Golf legend José María Olazábal recently visited Costa Navarino, a premier golf destination in Greece, to present the designs for two new courses set to open for play in 2021.

Greece Sotheby’s International Realty Appoints Travelworks for PR Services

Greek public relations agency Travelworks will provide Greece Sotheby’s International Realty with communication and content services.

Sommet Education and ‘Traveller Made’ Develop Talent for Luxury Travel Industry

The Sommet Education group and luxury travel network Traveller Made have entered into a partnership to develop talent for the luxury travel industry.

Travel Entrepreneur Claude Blanc Takes the Helm at WTM Portfolio

Travel industry entrepreneur Claude Blanc has been appointed director of the WTM Portfolio, owned by leading exhibition organizer Reed Exhibitions.

Thessaloniki New ‘Happening’ City Break Destination, ABTA Says

The Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) has included the Greek city of Thessaloniki among the destinations to watch for in 2019.

Ongoing Casino Negotiations Impeding Hellinikon Project Works

The Hellinikon project has been deferred to the end of 2019, due to negotiations for the establishment of a casino on the premise.

Greece Reaches Out to Jordan Market with Tourism Workshop

Approximately 180 tourism professionals participated in over 510 B2B meetings during the 1st Greek Tourism Workshop, held in Amman, Jordan.

British Airways Says Goodbye to Iconic Boeing 767

British Airways has said goodbye to one of the most iconic aircraft in its fleet, the Boeing 767, which had been in service for almost 30 years.

Dolce Attica Riviera Hotel Introduces ‘Body in Balance Weekends’

The Dolce Attica Riviera hotel in Vravrona will hold “Body in Balance Weekends”, offering its guests the chance to rejuvenate their mind, body and soul.

SWISS Brings On Board Culinary Variety of Bernese Oberland Region

SWISS this winter will bring on board the culinary variety of the Bernese Oberland region, as part of the "Taste of Switzerland” in-flight food concept.

Greek Airports See 12.4% Rise in Incoming Traffic Overall

Greece’s major airports have seen a 12.4 percent rise in incoming traffic since the beginning of the year until the end of October.

Karpathos’ Birdlife Presented as Major Tourist Attraction

The Greek island of Karpathos is featured as a birdwatching destination in an extensive article of UK news website "allaboutshipping".

‘Fame Exclusive Transfers’ Partners with Grand Hyatt Athens

Luxury transport services provider Fame Exclusive Transfers and the Grand Hyatt Athens have announced an exclusive partnership for the transportation of the hotel’s guests.

LGS: Louis-Goldair Venture in Handling Services Marks 10 Years

Cyprus-based LGS Handling, a joint venture between Louis Group and Goldair, celebrated 10 years of successful operation.

Emirates ‘Skywards’ Loyalty Program Rolls Out Offer to Fast Track Tier Status

Emirates Skywards, the loyalty program of Emirates and flydubai, has rolled out a new offer for members to earn up to double Miles on flights and achieve their next tier faster.