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Rigas Hotel on Skopelos Embraces Local Artists

The Rigas Hotel on Skopelos will host a painting exhibition by local artist Roger Fox between May 14 and 28.

‘Green Surfing Mare Villa’ on Paros Welcomes Guests After Renovation

Following extensive renovation works, the Green Surfing Mare Villa on Paros is ready to welcome its guests for the summer season.

Turkish Airlines Offers Free Tours Around Istanbul for Transit Passengers

Turkish Airlines is offering its layover service "touristanbul" free of charge to all its international passengers traveling through Istanbul’s Ataturk Airport.

Greece Leasing Out Beaches for Business Use

The Greek finance ministry is moving full speed ahead with the lease of public beaches for business use, completing over 90 online auctions thus far.

Greece and Uzbekistan Discuss Tourism Relations

Greece is seeking ways to increase tourist flows from Uzbekistan and also establish a direct air connection between the two countries.

Central Macedonia Deputy Governor Calls for Sustainable Tourism Practices

Sustainable tourism practices are essential for Central Macedonia, according to the region's deputy governor Ioannis Giorgos.

AHEPA to Hold 2021 Convention in Greece

The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) will hold its 2021 Family Supreme Convention in Greece, in efforts to promote the country as a tourism destination.

Greek Hotels’ Digital Client Roster Getting Bigger in Q1

Online bookings for Greek hotels grew by 57 percent in the first four months of the year, according to data collected by Nelios and Axia Hospitality.

Divani Palace Reveals ‘Acropolis Secret’ for Fine Dining in Athens

The Divani Palace Acropolis Hotel is inviting all to experience a unique culinary experience in Athens at its "Acropolis Secret" restaurant.

Austrian Airlines’ Newest Boeing 777 Lands in Vienna

The latest addition to the Austrian Airlines fleet, a Boeing 777 aircraft featuring the company’s new design, recently landed at Vienna Airport.

International Museum Day 2018: Free Admission to Greek Museums on May 18

Museums across Greece will celebrate International Museum Day 2018 on Friday, May 18, with free admission and a number of cultural events.

Tourism to Milos Set to Soar with Cruise Stops, New Routes 

Some 28 cruise ships are set to approach Milos by October 17, according to the Municipal Port Fund, with new ferry links making the island even more accessible.

Future Shipping Trends Presented at 6th Maritime Conference in Athens

The new reality of unmanned ships was among the future trends in shipping, presented to over 270 executives during the 6th Maritime Trends Conference in Athens.

Ryanair Appoints Chiara Ravara as Head of Sales and Marketing

Ryanair has appointed Chiara Ravara as its new head of sales and marketing, promoting her from her previous role as senior sales and marketing manager.

Prix Versailles 2018: Casa Cook Kos Hotel’s Architecture Applauded

Greek company Mastrominas ARChitecture has received the special “Prix Versailles” award for Europe for its architectural project of the Casa Cook Kos hotel.

Greek Tourism Curbs Joblessness in April

Greece’s tourism sector is tackling unemployment head on, creating 100,246 new jobs in April this year, marking a third consecutive month on the positive, according to data from the Ergani system.

Athens and Beijing Team Up in Tourism, Culture, Education

Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis and Communist Party Secretary of Beijing Cai Qi have agreed to jointly work towards promoting tourism initiatives in the two cities.

Kountoura to Address EU Parliament Tourism Event

Tourism development and infrastructure will be among the issues to be covered by Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura, during a European Parliament event on May 22.

Greece Wins a ‘Tourism Oscar’, Named Top 2018 Destination in Mediterranean and SE Europe

SACEN International announced Greece as the leading tourism destination in the Mediterranean and southeastern Europe for 2018.

Topos by Yoleni’s – A Taste of Greece and its Products

Yoleni's introduces Topos, a new dining experience offering a taste of traditional Greek cuisine and whetting your appetite for more to be discovered on your travels.