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Greece’s Oia and Preveli Among Europe’s Most Romantic Destinations for Valentine’s Day

Oia on Santorini and Preveli beach on Crete are among Europe’s Most Romantic Destinations for Valentine’s Day, according to the European Best Destinations (EBD) organization.

IATA: Free Training to Former Cabin Crew Transitioning into Job Market

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is organizing an online training course to help laid-off airline cabin crew members re-enter the job market.

Jet2 Suspends Flights and Holidays Until April 14 Due to Covid-19

Jet2 is extending the suspension of flights and holidays up to April 14, due to the ongoing Covid-19 travel restrictions.

Tourism Industry Shows High Demand for ITB Berlin NOW Digital Expo

Some 2,000 exhibitors from 120 countries have registered so far for the ITB Berlin NOW 2021 virtual event scheduled to take place during March 9-12.

Mykonos Mayor Discusses Tourism Restart with Minister

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and Mykonos Mayor Konstantinos Koukas discussed ways to safely restart tourism this summer.

SAS to Offer Flights to Athens and Chania for Spring-Summer 2021

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has included Athens and Chania on its spring - summer flight schedule for 2021.

Athens Joins Global Sustainable Tourism Council

The Athens Development and Destination Management Agency has joined the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) as a destination member.

Astypalea’s Kallichoron Art Boutique Hotel Wins Green Award 2020

Astypalea's Kallichoron Art Boutique Hotel has received a platinum and a gold award at the Green Awards 2020 for its ongoing sustainability program “Kallichoron Goes Green”.

Greece Announces Next Covid-19 Vaccine Priority Age Groups

Greece’s national vaccination plan is entering its next phase with the inoculation of the next two priority groups: individuals aged 60-64 and 75-79.

Greek Ports See 95% Drop in Cruise Passenger Arrivals in 2020

Cruise ship arrivals and passenger visits to Greek ports dropped 95% in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

‘This is Athens’ Promotes Greek Capital to Canadian Market

The "This is Athens" digital tourism guide and Canada's Reach Global Marketing are joining forces to promote the Greek capital to the Canadian market.

Crete: New Park Coming Up for Heraklion’s Residents and Visitors

The Heraklion Municipality on Crete is proceeding with a large-scale project to develop a modern park in the city's northern suburbs.

GBTA: Full Recovery of Business Travel Expected by 2025

The recovery of international business travel to pre-pandemic levels is expected no earlier than 2025, according to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA).

Expedia: 1 in 2 Travelers Optimistic about Taking a Trip in Next 12 Months

One in two travelers feels optimistic about taking a trip in the next 12 months, according to a study by Expedia Group Media Solutions.

TRAINOSE Invests €70 Million in 2020 Despite Covid-19

TRAINOSE in 2020 invested 70 million euros to upgrade its infrastructure, despite the severe drop in passenger traffic caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Air France-KLM: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Program for Corporate Customers

Air France - KLM has introduced its corporate customers to its Sustainable Aviation Fuel program, enabling them to play an active role in the future of sustainable travel.

SETE Expects Slow Recovery for Greek Tourism

The recovery of Greece's tourism industry from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic will be a gradual, slow process, according to Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) President Yiannis Retsos.

Minister: Greek Diet a Priority for Development of Brand Greece 

The Greek Diet and gastronomy will play an active role in the development and branding of the Greek tourism product, says Rural Development Minister Spilios Livanos.

Central Macedonia Film Office Brings Foreign Productions to Greece

The Film Office of the Central Macedonia Region during its first months of operation managed to bring three foreign cinema productions to Greece.

Athens Shines Spotlight on 34 Landmark Fountains

The Municipality of Athens is restoring 34 of the Greek capital’s landmark fountains that are located in the city's neighborhoods, squares and other public areas.