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Ryanair Announces Carol Sharkey as Chief Risk Officer

Carol Sharkey is joining Ryanair's senior management team as the airline's chief risk officer and will assume responsibility for all of its operational risk assessment.

Trivago: South Aegean Islands Top Summer Choices for Foreign Holidaymakers

South Aegean destinations such as Santorini and Mykonos top the preferences of foreign holidaymakers this summer, according to trivago.

‘Let’s Clean-up Europe’ Underway, Greek Volunteers Set Example

More than 5,000 volunteers in Greece are setting a bright example by collecting litter and raising awareness as part of the ongoing “Let’s Clean-up Europe” campaign.

Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso Becomes Smoke-free Hotel

In efforts to provide its guests and associates with a healthy environment, the Divani Apollon Palace and Thalasso has officially adopted a non-smoking policy.

Maris Hotels Clinches Award for Social Sensitivity

The Maris Hotels group has been honored for its social sensitivity practices during the annual HR Community Conference & Awards 2018.

SWOT Provides its Sales Expertise to STAR Hotels Through New Partnership

SWOT (Simple Way of Tourism) will provide its expertise to STAR Hotels for the development of the group's sales in the Greek and international market.

Greece Among ‘Most Excellent’ Places to Travel Worldwide, Says TripAdvisor

Greece is among the “Most Excellent" global tourism destinations that have the highest percentage of TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence recipients.

Halkidiki Readies for Dynamic Summer Ahead

As the summer season nears, the Halkidiki Tourism Organization has moved ahead with a series of actions for the further promotion of the northern Greece destination.

AEGEAN, Olympic Air Cancel, Reschedule May 30 Flights Due to Strike

AEGEAN and Olympic Air have announced flight cancellations and reschedules for May 30, due to strike action called by Greece's air traffic controllers.

Greek Ferries Amend Itineraries Due to Seamen’s Strike on May 30

Greek ferry companies will amend their itineraries on the domestic and Adriatic lines due to a 24-hour strike called by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation for May 30.

‘Out of the Blue’ Resort to Host 2018 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality & Lifestyle Awards

The Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort, located on Crete, in October will host the 2018 Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards.

Azamara Club Cruises: 2020 Itineraries to Offer More Destinations, Experiences

Azamara Club Cruises recently announced its extensive itineraries for 2020, which include additional features and new destinations.

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.

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.

Henley Index: Japan Passport World’s Most Powerful

Japan’s passport is the most powerful with holders enjoying access to the highest number of countries in the world, according to the 2018 Henley Passport Index.

‘Sea Change’ Campaign: No More Plastic Straws on Sikinos

The Cycladic island of Sikinos is the first in Greece to do away with plastic straws and replace them with a bio-degradable alternative.

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.

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.

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.

Greek Hotel Chamber Issues GDPR Guidelines for Members

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels has informed its members on the requirements as foreseen by the GDPR privacy law, which comes into force across the EU on May 25.