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Kountoura: South Aegean Region Key Player in Greek Tourism Growth

The South Aegean Region is a key player in Greek tourism growth, achieving increases in arrivals and revenues, according to Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.

Ferry Strike in Greece to Continue on Thursday, April 19

Ferries in Greece will continue to remain docked on Thursday, April 19, as the Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) has announced a new 24-hour strike.

Thebes Archaeological Museum Nominated for ‘EMYA 2018’ Award

The Archaeological Museum of Thebes, located in Greece, has been nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2018.

‘Kimolos Trail’ Registration Open, Discount on Ferry Tickets Announced

Registration has opened for the Kimolos Trail, the first running event of the Cyclades Trail Cup 2018, to take place on June 3 on the island of Kimolos.

Moscovici: No More Bailout Plans for Greece, Just Supervision

Greece will leave bailout programs behind and move ahead with growth under surveillance, according to European Economic and Monetary Affairs Commissioner Pierre Moscovici.

TripAdvisor: Blue Air Among Europe’s Best Low-cost Airlines for 2018

Blue Air has been included on the list of the Best Low-cost Airlines in Europe in TripAdvisors' 2018 Traveler’s Choice Awards for Airlines.

ASTA 2018 Meet in Athens Exceeds Expectations

The participation of US and Greek travel agents at the ASTA Destination Expo 2018 in Athens has exceeded expectations, according to the organizers.

Makedonia Palace’s ‘Salonica Restaurant’ Honored at Greek Cuisine Awards 2018

The Salonica Restaurant of the Makedonia Palace hotel has been honored as the best restaurant in Thessaloniki at the Greek Cuisine Awards 2018.

Chania’s ‘Aria Concept Store’ Hosts First Group Exhibition

The Aria Concept Store of Aria Hotels will present its first group exhibition at the old port of Chania on Crete on April 28.

Forbes Introduces 10 Places to Visit in Greece in Summer 2018

Athens, Thessaloniki and some of the most popular Greek islands are among the 10 destinations Forbes.com suggests for summer holidays this year.

TIF 2018: US-Greece Relations Set to Strengthen

The participation of the US as the honored country at the 83rd TIF trade show is expected to be this year's most significant moment in Greek-American relations.

EgyptAir to Launch Flights from Athens to Hong Kong, Shanghai via Cairo

As part of its strategy to boost its presence in Greece, EgyptAir is set to launch two new flights from Athens to China via Cairo.

Euro Voyager Enterprises Appointed GSA for Aerolíneas Estelar in Greece

Aerolíneas Estelar‏, a private airline based in Venezuela, has appointed Euro Voyager Enterprises as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in Greece.

Traditional Destinations Win Over Greek Easter Crowds

Destinations such as Kalamata, Nafplio, Monemvasia and Nafpaktos won over the crowds during the recent Orthodox Easter holiday.

EU Launches ‘European Capital of Smart Tourism’ Competition

The EU has launched the "European Capital of Smart Tourism" competition to reward innovation and boost smart development of tourism in European cities.

TripAdvisor: Air New Zealand is Second Top Airline in the World for 2018

Air New Zealand ranked second top airline globally and was crowned Best Airline in the South Pacific, in TripAdvisor's 2018 Travelers’ Choice Awards for Airlines.

Mykonos to Host Triathlon, Multisport Event in May 2018

The Greek island of Mykonos will open the summer season in an impressive way with the "Triathlon1 Mykonos - Multisport 2018" event in May.

Athens Mayor Joins Forces with Cluster to Bring Health Tourism to Greek Capital

The Athens municipality has joined forces with the Athena Health Tourism cluster to develop the Greek capital into a major health tourism destination.

First Thessaloniki Port Works to Be Ready Ahead of Plan

Infrastructure works budgeted at 180 million euros may be ready ahead of schedule at the port of Thessaloniki in northern Greece.

Thessaly’s Nature, History, Experiences Shine in New Promo Videos

The Region of Thessaly has launched three new videos, as part of its “Handcrafted by Time” campaign, aiming to promote the area’s tourism offerings.