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Amphipolis Dig Moves to New Phase, Scans to Reveal More

Greek Culture and Sports Minister Kostas Tasoulas said recently that excavation works at the Amphipolis tomb, which has the world on edge as to the identity of the person buried there, are now entering a new phase which will prove to be promising and full of important new findings.

Greece’s Crist Goes Green

As part of its ongoing upgrade, Crist has invested in clean sustainable energy technology with the installation of a photovoltaic system at its Athens production unit.

Titania Hotel in Athens Reveals Winter Menu

The Olive Garden Restaurant & Bar of the Titania Hotel in Athens has launched its menu for the winter and once again shows its committment to using fresh and locally sourced ingredients.

Greek Tourism Revenue Up in September

In September, tourism revenue in Greece rose by 10.9 percent (225 million euros) to 2.28 billion euros from 2.06 billion compared to the same month in 2013.

Greece’s Airline Representatives Deliver Positive Messages for Aviation

Τhe important role aviation plays in the Greek tourism chain was discussed during a recent conference held by the Hellenic Association of Airline Representatives (SAAE) and attended by representatives of the airline industry, associations and Athens International Airport (AIA).

Competitiveness, Fair Fiscal Policy Key to Boosting Shipping Sector, Attracting Foreign Investment to Greece

Competitiveness, fair fiscal policy and attracting foreign investment were the key points Shipping and Maritime Minister Miltiadis Varvitsiotis made during the opening of the recent 14th "Navigator 2014 - The Shipping Decision Makers Forum".

Athens Airport Promotes Greek Capital at 2nd ACES Symposium

"The ACES Symposium - Athens is a unique initiative of its kind with particular importance for the airport but also for the city of Athens in general," the CEO of the Athens International Airport (AIA), Yiannis Paraschis, said in regards to the 2nd Airport Chief Executives’...

Igoumenitsa Port in Greece Ranked ‘Strategic’ by Grimaldi Group

The connections offered by the Egnatia Highway in northern Greece are considered a strong incentive for activity at the port of Igoumenitsa, according to Italy's Grimaldi Group. Igoumenitsa is a coastal city in northwestern Greece.

1st Athens Santa Run Kicks Off in December

On Sunday, 7 December, dress up in a Santa suit and help spread the joy by taking part in a symbolic race where everyone will be a winner: the 1st Athens Santa Run!

Enterprise Greece Lures China Investment with Residence Permits

In its latest inventive approach, Enterprise Greece is drawing in prospective Chinese property buyers by offering to issue residence permits to those investing over 250,000 euros, in efforts to boost the flailing real estate market and attract foreign investment.

Greece Interested in Charters from Beijing to Athens

Greece is interested in connecting Athens to Beijing via charter flights, Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) Secretary General Panos Livadas informed Chinese travel agents on the sidelines of the recent China International Travel Mart (CITM) in Shanghai.

Greece’s GB Roof Garden is One of the 101 Best Hotel Restaurants Around the World

The GB Roof Garden restaurant of the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens, Greece, is included on The Daily Meal's third annual ranking of the 101 Best Hotel Restaurants Around the World.

Greece’s Philoxenia Show Draws in the Crowds – Photo Report by GTP

This year’s Philoxenia event, held 13-16 November, attracted a record number of attendees, recording a 54 percent increase of participants compared to last year and demonstrating the event’s dynamic penetration of the international market, organizer TIF-Helexpo said.

Greek Tourism Minister Calls for Investments in “Crucial” Transport Sector, Lauds Aegean Airlines

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni underlined the crucial role of the transport sector in the development of the tourism industry and invited all industry players to invest and contribute to the "national affair" of ensuring that the Greek tourist product is known for its...

Greece-based Mouzenidis Group to Expand Network, Lease New Planes

The Mouzenidis Group has announced plans to expand operations of its fledgling carrier Ellinair with the extension of its network and the lease of two new planes to better service the increasing number of tourists expected to visit Greece in the coming summer season.

Travelport Shows Commitment to Travel Industry in Thessaloniki, Greece

Recognizing the importance of the Northern Greek travel industry, Travelport recently held an event in Thessaloniki and showed its commitment to understanding and meeting the specific needs of travel agents in the region.

32nd Athens Marathon Numbers Speak Success

The 32nd “Athens Marathon. Τhe Authentic”, which took place on 9 November, broke all records this year attracting some 35,000 runners and 2,200 volunteers from across the globe.

Greek Gourmet Tour “Sympossio”: Grand Finale in the UK

The fifth edition of the "Sympossio-Greek Gourmet Touring" initiative recently wrapped up its culinary journey in Western and Eastern Europe.

Tour Operators Call for Official Nude Beach on Rhodes, Greece

International tour operators during the World Travel Market in London earlier this month called on Greek tourism decision-makers to create an official nude beach on the Dodecanese island of Rhodes.

Greece Cuts Red Tape for Investors to Obtain Hotel Permits

As of 1 January 2015, hotels in Greece will receive authorization to operate in no more than 50 days from the day the necessary paperwork has been submitted for approval.