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WWF: Greece Lagging Behind in Environmental Protection

Despite being repeatedly fined for poor conduct, Greece continues to lag behind in terms of implementing EU environmental laws, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in Athens.

Posted On 25 Oct 2017

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Philoxenia 2017 Tourism Expo to Host Conference on Asian Market

Greece’s potential as a destination for the Asian market will be the focus of a conference to be held during the Philoxenia 2017 tourism expo in Thessaloniki.

Posted On 25 Oct 2017

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Sani Resort Crowned Best in Europe at Villegiature Awards 2017

The Sani Resort, located in Halkidiki, was honored with the “Grand Prix of the Best Resort in Europe” title, at the Villegiature Awards 2017.

Posted On 25 Oct 2017

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Photo Source: https://kefaloniaisland.org/

GNTO Hosts Foreign Journalists on Kefalonia to Promote Diving Tourism

Journalists from the UK, Germany, Denmark and Poland will visit Kefalonia to attend an event on diving tourism, during a fam trip organized by the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

Posted On 24 Oct 2017

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The Alimos Marina, Athens. Photo Source: Greek Marinas Association

Athens to Host ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2018

Athens in October 2018 will host the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference, an international event organized every two years by the International Council of Marine Industry Associations.

Posted On 24 Oct 2017

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Ancient Theater of Thouria Unveiled in Messinia

A large part of the ancient theater of Thouria, located in Messinia in the Peloponnese, was recently unearthed during excavation works by Greek archaeologists.

Posted On 23 Oct 2017

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Attica Region Promotes its Tourism Offerings to the Scandinavian Market

In efforts to attract tourists from Scandinavia, the Attica Region recently held a workshop on the area’s tourism offerings for tour operators and journalists in Stockholm.

Posted On 23 Oct 2017

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Region of Crete to Present Goals of ‘Blueislands’ EU Environmental Project

The main objectives of the European “Blueislands” environmental project will be presented on October 24, during a conference organized by the Region of Crete in Heraklio.

Posted On 23 Oct 2017

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Russian Athletics Federation Eyes Greece as Sports Tourism Destination

Aiming to promote Greece as a sports and training destination, Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura met with representatives of the Russian Athletics Federation.

Posted On 20 Oct 2017

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

South Aegean Region Using Culture to Attract the Crowds

Film screening events, jazz concerts and much more took center stage across the Cyclades this year as part of the South Aegean Region’s efforts to promote cultural tourism.

Posted On 20 Oct 2017

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The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre. Photo source: SNFCC

Cultural Venues Boosting Athens Tourism, Image Still Needs Polishing

A study focusing on Athens and how it has managed to build up a healthy tourism dynamic was presented on the first day of the IMIC 2017 conference on Santorini.

Posted On 19 Oct 2017

, By Maria Paravantes

Rhodes to Host 2nd Architecture and Tourism Conference

Tourism professionals and architects from Greece and abroad will participate in the 2nd Architecture and Tourism Conference, which will be held on October 21-22 on Rhodes.

Posted On 19 Oct 2017

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Santorini IMIC 2017 Opens Dialogue Between Academia & Tourism Stakeholders

Tourism as a field of study, the challenges, solutions and trends, as seen through the eyes of academics, is the focus of a three-day meeting on Santorini.

Posted On 19 Oct 2017

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Tourism Minister Supports Big Screen Investment Plan on Syros

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura and US Director Steven Bernstein recently discussed the opportunities expected to arise from the upcoming operation of a film school and a studio on Syros.

Posted On 18 Oct 2017

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Trump Hails US Participation in Thessaloniki International Fair in 2018

US President Donald Trump commented on the United States being the honored country at next year’s 83rd Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF).

Posted On 18 Oct 2017

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Aktina Travel Group Sponsors Panathinaikos Basketball Club Superfoods

The Aktina Travel Group is standing next to the Panathinaikos Superfoods Basketball Club as its sponsor and official travel agent for the 2017/18 season.

Posted On 18 Oct 2017

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