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‘Greek Breakfast’ Initiative to Travel Abroad

Following a successful presence in Greece’s hospitality industry, the Greek Breakfast initiative is now ready to promote its vast culinary options to foreign markets.

Full Speed Ahead in 2018 for Avis Hellas with Record Sales

Car rental company Avis Hellas broke all records in 2018, announcing 180 million euros in sales and 82.05 million euros in EBITDA profits.

HORECA 2019 Expo Expected to Attract Record Number of Visitors

Some 125,000 professionals of the international hospitality industry and the wider food market are expected to attend the HORECA 2019 expo - a record number compared to previous years.

Greece to Create National Film Offices Network to Attract Foreign Productions

In efforts to attract foreign film productions to Greece, EKOME is working towards the establishment of a National Film Offices Network in the country.

Greece Tourism, Business Bodies Say Reduced Taxation Must Follow Basic Wage Rise

In response to the Greek government's decision to increase the minimum wage by 11 percent, SETE and SEV are calling for a decrease in taxation and social insurance contributions.

HotelsCombined: Santorini’s En Plo Boutique Suites Among Best in Greece

En Plo Boutique Suites, a hospitality property on Santorini, has received a "Recognition of Excellence" by HotelsCombined.

Greek Entrepreneurs Less Optimistic, Says Grant Thornton Study

Deteriorating optimism among the country’s entrepreneurs has landed Greece at the bottom of a list of 35 countries in the latest Grant Thornton International Business Report (IBR).

South Aegean Islands to Reach the World via ‘Antenna Satellite’

Τhe South Aegean Region has partnered with Antenna Group's satellite channels, aiming to showcase the Cyclades and the Dodecanese islands to foreign tourism markets.

British Airways to Celebrate 100th Anniversary with 1960s Retro Livery

As part of its 100th anniversary, British Airways has announced that it will be painting a Boeing 747 in the 1960s design of its predecessor BOAC.

Number of Greece Investor Visas Triples in 2018

Greece issued three times more investor visas in 2018 than a year earlier, according to data released by the migration policy ministry.

Greece Reminds British Museum to Take Heed of UN Declarations over Parthenon Marbles

The Parthenon Marbles have once again stirred animosity between Athens and London, triggered this time by comments made by the British Museum’s director.

Prespa Deal Opens New Chapter for Greece-Skopje Trade Ties

The ratification of the Prespa deal by the Hellenic Parliament opens a new page for Greece’s trade relations with Skopje, according to Union of Hellenic Chambers President Constantine Michalos.

Greek Yacht Owners Honor Hellenic Coast Guard for Humanitarian Efforts

The Hellenic Professional Yacht Owners Association (EPEST) has honored the Hellenic Coast Guard for its humanitarian efforts.

‘Respond on Demand’ Honored for Promoting Greek Gastronomy Tourism

Respond on Demand has been honored by the Macedonia-Thrace Travel Agents Association for contributing to the connection of Greece’s tourism product with gastronomy.

Northern Greece’s Finest Wines for Tasting at 15th ‘Voroina’ Event in Athens

Wine producers from Northern Greece will gather in Athens on February 3 to participate in the “Voroina” annual wine tasting event, which will be held at the Grande Bretagne Hotel.

TUI: Spain, Greece, Turkey Most Popular Destinations for 2019

Spain and Greece continue to be among the favorite destinations of TUI holidaymakers in all European markets for 2019, while Turkey is set to see a strong comeback.

Athens Receives Nomination for Best European Destination 2019

Athens has been nominated for the title of the “Best European Destination 2019" by the Brussels-based European Best Destinations (EBD) organization.

Aqua Vista Hotels Participates in ‘Women Talk About Tourism’ Event

Aqua Vista Hotels recently participated in a panel discussion titled, “Women Talk about Tourism”, which was held within the framework of the "Money Show Athens 2019".

Sabre Reveals Consumer Trends that will Shape the Hospitality Industry in 2019

Sabre Corporation has released a study, which reveals the top consumer trends that will shape the hospitality industry in 2019 and beyond.

Int’l Tourism Leaders to Discuss Future of Travel at ITB Berlin Convention 2019

Some 400 leading figures from tourism and entrepreneurship will discuss the future of travel at the ITB Berlin Convention 2019 during March 6-9.