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Greece Highlights Value of Tourism at 108th UNWTO Executive Council Meeting

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura highlighted the value of tourism during Greece's debut at the latest session of the UNWTO Executive Council.

Posted On 26 May 2018

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Ikaria, Seychelles Beach. Photo source: GNTO

GNTO Accelerates Greece Promo Drive with FAM Trips

The GNTO is continuing its promotion of Greece through a series of familiarization (FAM) trips organized for foreign journalists, bloggers and tour operators.

Posted On 25 May 2018

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Photo source: Halkidiki Tourism Organization

Halkidiki Trails Up for International Certification

Hiking trails in Halkidiki are up for official certification by the Europeans Ramblers Association (ERA) following a workshop that laid out the requirements on the project.

Posted On 25 May 2018

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Ferrari Club ‘Passione Rossa’ Gets Ready to Come to Greece

Passione Rossa, the most popular Ferrari car owners’ club in Italy, is getting ready to visit northwestern Greece to hold its mototourism event in Ioannina of Epirus.

Posted On 25 May 2018

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Marriott Group Honors Ledra Hotels in Greece with ‘BMSC 2017 Global ELITE Award’

Marriott Group has honored the sales and marketing department of its partner in Greece, Ledra Hotels and Villas, with the BMSC 2017 Global ELITE Award.

Posted On 25 May 2018

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Greece Presents Ambitious Post-bailout Tourism Plan

A development plan drawn up by the Greek government, concerning the next steps for when Greece exits its bailout program, includes tourism among top priorities.

Posted On 24 May 2018

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New SETE Digital Campaign Highlights Value of Tourism

The value of tourism in terms of employment, growth, revenue and social cohesion takes center stage in the new digital campaign of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE).

Posted On 24 May 2018

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Holiday Inn Athens Introduces ‘Open Lobby’ Concept

The Holiday Inn Athens, Attica Ave., Airport West hotel recently introduced an innovative Open Lobby concept for both business and leisure travelers.

Posted On 24 May 2018

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Creta Maris Guests ‘Live Like a Cretan’ for a Day

The Creta Maris Beach Resort on Crete held a “We do Local Days” thematic event and invited its guests to live like a Cretan for a day.

Posted On 24 May 2018

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Lufthansa Group Introduces New Economy ‘Light’ Fare on North American Routes

Lufthansa group passengers, as of summer 2018 will be able to book a so-called Economy “Light” fare on routes to North America.

Posted On 24 May 2018

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Tourism an Investment in the Future, Kountoura Tells EU Parliament

Placing tourism at the top of EU policy-making agendas will strengthen local economies, according to Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.

Posted On 23 May 2018

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Greece to Host ‘IRONMAN 70.3’ Triathlon Event in 2019

The Greek destination of Messinia in April 2019 will host the IRONMAN 70.3, a challenging sports event that takes place in various locations around the world.

Posted On 23 May 2018

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

The National Gardens in Athens. Photo © Maria Theofanopoulou

Athens’ Parks to Host 145 Events in June

Parks in Athens will host a series of events, including concerts, guided tours, programs for children and sports activities, for the whole month of June.

Posted On 23 May 2018

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Lira Tumble a Bonus to Turkish Tourism, a Setback for Greece

Tourism flows to Turkey have begun to soar, as authorities expect over 40 million travelers this year, while sector insiders expect this trend to impact Greece as a destination.

Posted On 22 May 2018

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Central Macedonia Shows its Best in ‘3rd Greek Weekend’ in Belgrade

The Region of Central Macedonia presented the tourism offerings of its destinations, during the 3rd Greek Weekend fair held in Belgrade.

Posted On 22 May 2018

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Simon Tyler Head of Sales and Business Improvement at Eurostar International; Kamal Abbasi (Eurostar); Derek Sharp Senior Vice Present and Managing Director of Air Commerce at Travelport; Karima Bennour On Board Agent at Eurostar.

Eurostar is First Rail Operator to Benefit from Travelport’s ‘Rich Content and Branding’

Eurostar has joined over 260 airlines as Travelport’s first rail operator benefiting from its merchandising solution Rich Content and Branding.

Posted On 22 May 2018

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Revamped ‘Terra Maltese Natural Retreat’ Welcomes Guests to Mykonos

Following extensive renovation works, the Terra Maltese Natural Retreat hotel on Mykonos has opened its doors to welcome its guests for the 2018 summer season.

Posted On 22 May 2018

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Lemnos Island. Photo Source: @AMKE Lemnos Touristiki

Lemnos to Treat Guests at ‘Philema’ Gastronomy and Wine Festival in July

The island of Lemnos will “offer guests a treat” at its second “Philema” gastronomy and wine festival to take place between July 27-29.

Posted On 22 May 2018

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The Kilada Hills project. Photo Source: Dolphin Capital Investors

‘Kilada Hills’ Luxury Tourism Project Moves to Next Phase

The Kilada Hills luxury tourism project in the Peloponnese is moving to the next phase after authorities approved a joint ministerial decision on the investment.

Posted On 21 May 2018

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