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Prime Minister Underlines Importance of Greek Tourism

Tourism and uncertainty do not go together, Prime Minister Antonis Samaras said on Friday from Rhodes in the context of New Democracy's pre-election campaign just two weeks until elections.

Greek Islands Among Europe’s “Up and Coming” 2015 Cruise Destinations

The Greek islands have been labeled as the second "up and coming" cruise destination in Europe for 2015 with a 21 percent growth compared with 2014, according to the results of the authoritative annual Travel Trends Survey of Travel Leaders Group.

Possible Hotel VAT Increase in Greece Sparks Reactions

Greek tourism professionals are up in arms over the government’s intention to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate for hotel accommodation from 6.5 percent at present to 13 percent. The news has caused a number of reactions from Greek tourism bodies, hotel associations and...

Greek Island Authorities Up In Arms Over Proposed End of Special Tax Status

Local authorities of the Region of South Aegean decided over the weekend to take action following reports that the government was planning to axe reduced VAT rates that apply on the Greek islands.

TBEX Athens Travel Bloggers Tour Aegean Courtesy of Louis Cruises

Travel bloggers attending this year’s TBEX Europe event in Athens were treated to a four-day cruise of the Aegean as part of a fam trip organized by Cyprus-based cruise line Louis Cruises.

Blue Star Ferries Announces 2015 Ferry Schedules To Greek Islands

Passenger shipping company Blue Star Ferries has announced new ferry schedules to the Greek islands running until 31 March 2015.

British Airways Announces Direct Flights To Greek Islands From London Next Summer

The UK's largest international scheduled airline British Airways will link London Heathrow Airport with two Greek islands next summer.

Greek Islands: Among Most Beautiful Islands In The World – Conde Nast Traveller

The readers of Condé Nast Traveller were asked to pick their favorite islands for holiday in 2014 and the Greek Islands ranked second best in the world following the Maldives.

State Subsidies Approved For Creation Of New Hotels In Greece

The Greek Development Ministry has given the go-ahead for 100 million euros of state subsidies to be allocated for the development of hotels on popular Greek islands.

The Telegraph Gives Tips On How To Find The Ideal Holiday Destination In Greece

Greece has "miles and miles of mainland coastline and over 1,000 islands, of which 227 are inhabited," so how does one find the ideal holiday destination?

Greek Islands Among Best In The World For Summer 2014

Ten Greek islands are among the most popular in the world for vacation this summer, according to a list compiled by hotel comparison website Trivago.

The Telegraph Presents Koufonissia, Greece, To Its Readers

UK newspaper The Telegraph includes Koufonissia, in the Greek islands, among the best unsung beach holiday resorts in Europe.

USA Today: Take A Cruise To The Greek Isles!

"A cruise to the Greek Isles takes you to dramatic landscapes where history is on display at archeological sites dating back thousands of years," USA Today notes.

Tender Launched For Much Wanted Samos-Kos Ferry Connection

The Greek Shipping Ministry expects bids from ferry operators interested in running a ferry connection next year to and from Samos - Patmos - Lipsi - Leros - Kalymnos - Kos.

Seaplane Flights In Greece Expected To Launch In May 2015

Hellenic Seaplanes will launch their first seaplane flights in Greece as of May 2015, the Greek company's vice president and general manager, Mihalis Asariotis, recently revealed.

Kefalogianni: Power Cuts May Harm Greece’s Reputation

The power cuts in Greece may harm tourism and the country's reputation abroad, according to Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni.

Sky Express To Launch Summer Routes From Volos To Greek Islands

Sky Express, a Greek airline based in Crete, has announced additions to its flight schedule for summer 2014.

Lesvos, Greece, Welcomes More Turkish Tourists Thanks To Visa-Free Program

The Greek Island of Lesvos (Mytilini) is expecting a major increase of Turkish weekend visitors this year thanks to a visa facilitation scheme that has launched once again.

Greek Traditional Boat Show Labeled A Success

Events such as the recently held Greek traditional boat show lay the groundwork for the establishment of an important cultural event that will showcase the tradition of the Greek islands, according to the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

Greek Islands: Destinations For Everyone

Summer vacation planning has begun and the Huffington Post news site has decided to help those who want to visit a Greek island but cannot make up their mind.