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UNWTO Chief Applauds Greece’s Progress in Tourism

Greece is making excellent progress in tourism, UNWTO Secretary General Taleb Rifai said to the President of the Hellenic Republic Prokopis Pavlopoulos on Wednesday in Athens.

Austrian Airlines Includes More Flights to Greece in Summer 2017

Austrian Airlines will increase frequencies to Rhodes, Heraklion, Zakynthos, Chania, Athens and Kos this summer, in response to stronger demand.

Greece Makes Debut at OTM 2017, India’s Largest Travel Trade Show

Greece is making its debut at the Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) 2017, India’s biggest travel trade show that is held every year in Mumbai.

New York Ready to Welcome 1st Greek Panorama Event

All things Greek are set to take center stage in New York's Grand Central Station during the 1st Greek Panorama to be held on May 11-13.

Spanish Actress Falls in Love with Athens in De Viajes Travel Magazine

Actress Silvia Marty features in 14-page travel feature and fashion editorial showcasing Athens' ancient attractions and spirited modern soul.

Minister Kountoura Calls for United Stand for Greek Tourism

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura called on sector professionals and the country's productive forces to cooperate more closely to strengthen Greek tourism.

Athens Ranks Among Top 5 Best European Destinations for 2017

Athens is fourth Best European Destination for 2017, according to the results of an online competition by the European Best Destinations (EBD) organization.

Condor Announces New Direct Flights from Frankfurt to Thessaloniki

Condor, the leisure carrier of Thomas Cook Group Airlines, will launch new direct flights from Frankfurt to Thessaloniki in May.

Greece Expects Rise in Tourists from Israel in 2017

Pre-bookings to Greece from the Israeli market so far are showing a double-digit increase compared with 2016, according to the ITTAA.

Aqua Vista Hotels Receives Double Distinction in TripAdvisor’s ‘Travelers’ Choice Awards 2017’

Two luxury boutique hotels managed by Aqua Vista Hotels have been honored in the "Travelers’ Choice Awards 2017" by readers of TripAdvisor.

Athens Springs into Action in March at 6th Half Marathon

Athens will spring to life on March 19 when thousands of amateur and professional runners test their mettle at the 6th Athens Half Marathon.

MICE Organizers Seek One-of-a-Kind Experience in Greece

Greece has become one of the most requested destinations for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) in the last 12 months, says Pacific World.

SETE-BoG: Tourism can Help Greece Meet its Fiscal Targets

Pre-bookings for the 2017 tourism season reveal a "dynamic" demand for Greece, a fact that can help the country achieve its fiscal targets.

Avis Greece Up for Sale, Set to Break All Records in 2017

Avis Greece celebrated its positive performance in 2016 at a special event in central Athens this week, amid media reports of the company’s imminent sale.

Air France Announces New Routes from Athens to Nice, Toulouse and Marseille

Air France has announced that it will launch new routes from Athens to French regional airports Nice, Toulouse and Marseille from July 24 to September 3.

Greek Hotel Market Expects Increase in Occupancy, Room Rates in 2017

Greek hoteliers are optimistic for 2017 with a majority expecting increases in occupancy levels and room rates compared to last year, GBR Consulting says.

Etihad’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Fly Seasonally to Athens, Greece

A new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner of Etihad Airways will operate seasonally from Abu Dhabi to Athens, Greece, during the summer months.

SETE Urges Greek Tourism Professionals Not to Rest on Their Laurels in 2017

Although forecasts on incoming tourism to Greece in 2017 are encouraging, SETE has urged sector professionals not to rest on their laurels this season.

Eurostat: Tourism Nights Spent in Greece Rise in 2016

The number of nights spent in tourist accommodation establishments in Greece in 2016 is expected to have reached some 99,8 million, up by 1.2 percent compared to 2015.

Greece’s Alternative Tourism Choices Draw Attention at Matka 2017 Expo

The stand of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) attracted a large crowd at the Matka Nordic Travel Fair that recently ran in Helsinki, Finland.