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GfK: Greece Among Top Choices for Germans and Britons

Greece is among the most popular tourist destinations for holidaymakers from Germany and the UK, according to a recent report released by GfK.

Greece Looks to Sign Tourism MoU with Kenya

Tourism officials from Greece and Kenya discussed the signing of a tourism MoU to enhance cooperation between the two countries.

Easter Season Traffic Measures Announced in Greece

Special traffic measures will be put into effect on Greece's national highways as of Holy Thursday due to the Easter holidays.

Athens’ 11th Aviation Conference to Focus on Medical Health Certificates, Drones

The 11th "Aviation - Present and Future" Conference in Athens will focus on Medical Aviation and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drones).

Porto Carras Grand Resort Collects Five Hospitality Distinctions

The Porto Carras Grand Resort in Halkidiki was honored at the Greek Hospitality Awards 2017, for its golf course, congress facilities, casinos, marina and coastal area.

Skyscanner Gives Insights on Travel Habits of the Greeks

The Greeks love to travel but tend to book their flights late and pay more. "The earlier you book, the cheaper you fly," says Skyscanner's Murat Ozkok-Ohr.

Halkidiki Aims to Attract More Italian Visitors in 2017

The Halkidiki Tourism Organization has embarked on a series of promotional activities in the Italian market, aiming to attract more visitors from Italy to Halkidiki this year.

Skiathos Princess Hotel to Hold Painting Workshop with Renowned British Artists

The Skiathos Princess Hotel will hold a painting workshop in June with renowned British artists Phoebe Dickinson and Lucy Kent.

Athens Pride Goes to Central Syntagma Square

The Athens Pride Festival will take place at Syntagma Square for the first time, aiming to raise awareness on issues that concern the LGBTQI community in Greece.

Greece Promotes Tourism Ties with Kazakhstan and Qatar

Greek Tourism Minister, Elena Kountoura recently received the Ambassador of Kazakhstan in Athens, Alexei Volkov and the Ambassador of Qatar in Athens, Abdulaziz Ali Al-Naama, and discussed ways of strengthening ties in the tourism sector.

WEF: Greece Jumps 7 Places in Global Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Rankings

Greece made an impressive climb of seven places in the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017.

Titania Hotel in Athens Concludes Large-scale Renovation

The Titania Hotel in Athens recently concluded a large-scale renovation plan, which included upgrading all areas in the 11-story building.

ANEK LINES Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Passenger shipping company ANEK LINES, which connects Crete with numerous destinations in Greece, is celebrating 50 years of presence in the industry.

Santorini’s Santo Maris Welcomes Guests with Renewed Facilities and Services

The Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa on Santorini will open its doors for the second year on Monday, April 10, highlighting the beginning of its operation for the 2017 season.

Yoga Experts Gather on Amorgos for International Convention

Twenty yoga teachers have gathered on the island of Amorgos to participate in the Elysia 1st International Yoga & Wellness Convention.

Greek Hospitality Sector Going Green

Greece holds the third spot in a world listing of eco-friendly facilities with 246 hotel units awarded the Green Key eco label for environmental practices.

Aqua Vista Hotels Revamps Santorini’s Opera Into Luxury Suite

The Opera of Santorini in Fira will open its doors in spring 2017 as the Opera Mansion, a luxury suite by Aqua Vista Hotels.

Grace Foundation Makes Second Donation to SOS Children’s Villages

The Grace Foundation recently made a second donation to SOS Children’s Villages, bringing the total sum donated to the charity to $129,100.

Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort Honored for Facilities Excellence

Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort was honored at the Tourism Awards 2017 for its innovative character and its continuous improvement of its facilities.

Aldemar Resorts: ‘Mare Verde’ CSR Program Supports MBA Students

Aldemar Resorts is providing MBA students with two scholarships as part of its many-sided "Mare Verde" CSR program, which focuses on the society and the environment.