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Greek Assets Body Aims to Launch Third Port Privatization Phase in Fall

Following the sale of the Thessaloniki Port Authority, Greece's assets body is aiming to launch the third privatization phase of 10 ports across the country in fall.

The Guardian Explores Athens

Athens’ sites of interest, hotels, bars and restaurants are featured in an extensive article, recently published in the online edition of The Guardian.

Meteora Natural History Museum to Host 4th Mushroom Festival in September

The Natural History Museum of Meteora, during September 7-9, will host the 4th Mushroom Festival with events focusing on mushroom species and delicacies.

Lufthansa Group Honored with Four Skytrax Awards

The Lufthansa Group received four honors at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2018, during a ceremony recently held in London.

Greek PM Announces Government Reshuffle

Greece's Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Tuesday announced a cabinet reshuffle, keeping key members of the government in place while adding 13 new faces.

‘Transport Equivalent’ Platform Opens for Enterprises on Greek Islands

Enterprises, based on the Greek islands that are eligible to receive the "transport equivalent" discount for the transportation of goods, can now register online at www.etaforikoisodynamo.gr.

Santorini Experience 2018: Registration Closes on August 31

Professional and amateur athletes interested in participating in the Santorini Experience 2018, have until August 31, to register online.

Costa Navarino: Democracy and Books in the Spotlight

The power of books and their interconnection with democracy will be on the focus of the Democracy and Books Weekend, which will be held during September 14-16, at Costa Navarino.

Thessaloniki Beer Festival 2018 to Open with New Flavors, Music, Workshops

The northern port city of Thessaloniki as of August 31, will host a three-day festival dedicated exclusively to beer at the premises of TIF Helexpo.

Applications Open for Athens Tour Guide Schools, Vocational Training Units

The Athens Tour Guide School and eight vocational training units are accepting applications for the 2018-2019 academic year through to September 14.

Power Restored on Hydra after Major Blackout

Power has been restored on the island of Hydra in the Saronic Gulf, the Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator – DEDDHE announced on Monday.

‘Leading Hotels of the World’ Welcomes First Member in Thessaloniki

The newly established Antigon Urban Chic Hotel recently became the first hotel in Thessaloniki to join the Leading Hotels of the World collection.

Crete Gears Up for 2018 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality & Lifestyle Awards

Tourism leaders from all over the world, on October 6, will gather at the five-star Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort on Crete, to attend the 2018 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards.

The New York Times Spent 36 Hours in Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki’s Unesco-listed sites, as well as the Greek city's popular restaurants and shops, are highlighted in an extensive feature of The New York Times.

Miraggio Resort Music Festival to Host Moscow’s Helikon-Opera

The Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort in Halkidiki, during September 4-10, will host a music festival with the lead singers of the Helikon-Opera theatre of Moscow.

Ellinair Announces Special Fares for Young Travelers

Greek carrier Ellinair is supporting young travelers, aged 18-25, by releasing low ticket fares for flights between Greece and Russia.

Liostasi Hotel on Ios to Hold Gastronomy, Wine Pairing Event

The five-star Liostasi Hotel & Suites on Ios, during August 30-31, will host a gastronomy event at its Grandma’s restaurant with Michelin-starred Greek chef Lefteris Lazarou.

Late Minoan Chamber Tomb Comes to Light on Crete

Archaeologists have discovered an intact Late Minoan chamber tomb with two adult skeletons and well-preserved pottery, near Ierapetra on the island of Crete.

Ryanair Launches New Route from Athens to London Luton

Ryanair has announced a new route from Athens to London Luton, which will operate three times per week as part of its winter 2018 schedule.

Apollo Travel: New Flight from Oslo to Samos for Summer 2019

Apollo Travel has announced the launch of a new flight from Oslo to Samos for summer 2019, which is expected to bring some 13,000 Scandinavians to the island next year.