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‘OTA Insight’ Appoints New Business Development Manager for Greece and Cyprus

OTA Insight, a hospitality industry data intelligence platform, has appointed Vasilios Riavoglou as Business Development Manager for Greece and Cyprus.

Volotea Revamps and Reinforces Capital Structure

Volotea has completed the process of strengthening its shareholder base, adding five new preeminent investors to help enhance the company’s business strategy.

‘My Emirates Pass’ is Back with Discounts, Offers in UAE

Travelers flying with Emirates have more reasons to explore Dubai and the UAE this summer, with the return of the carrier's “My Emirates Pass”.

May 2018 Job Figures Reveal Seven in 10 Hired in Greek Tourism

Hospitality and F&B services accounted for seven in 10 hirings in Greece in May, according to data from the labor ministry’s Ergani system.

Region Takes First Step Towards Development of Thessaloniki’s Coastal Front

Thessaloniki regional authorities are one step closer to drawing up a spatial planning scheme for the development of the northern port city’s coastal front.

Cobalt Partners with Etihad, Connects Cyprus with Middle East

Cypriot airline Cobalt Air has entered into an interline agreement with Etihad Airways, aiming to connect Cyprus with destinations in the Middle East.

Thessaloniki Ready to Host MCE South Europe 2018 B2B Forum

Thessaloniki in October will host the 4th MCE South Europe 2018 forum, one of the most highly respected and important events in the MICE tourism industry.

Attica Group Acquires Full Control of Hellenic Seaways

Attica Holdings (Attica Group) now owns the majority stake in Greek ferry operator Hellenic Seaways, following an agreement with Minoan Lines.

DiscoverEU Offers Young People Travel Passes to Explore Europe this Summer

As part of the DiscoverEU program, the European Union is providing 15,000 young people with the opportunity to travel around the continent this summer.

‘When Pictures Paint a Thousand Words’ – Benaki Art Exhibition at AIA and Costa Navarino

Athens International Airport, Costa Navarino and the Benaki Museum have joined forces to exhibit works of renowned Greek artist Nikos Hatzikyriakos-Ghikas.

LA Workshop Focuses on Greek Health Tourism Potential

Greece’s potential as a leading health tourism destination was the focus of a day event, recently held at the Huffington Center in Los Angeles.

Ten Single-use Plastics on EU Black List

In efforts to preserve waters and beaches across its territories, the European Union is aiming to cut the use of plastics with a new proposed EU-wide regulation.

Novotel Athènes Marks 30th Anniversary with Revenue Growth

Novotel Athènes recently celebrated its 30th anniversary in the Greek hospitality industry, which was marked by a significant rise in revenue during the first months of 2018.

Flynas Launches Direct Flights to Athens from Riyadh

Flynas, the national low-cost carrier of Saudi Arabia, has announced the launch of new direct flights between Athens and Riyadh as of June 13.

Aeromexico to Launch Seasonal Services to Central America, Caribbean

Aeromexico in November will launch two new seasonal routes from Mexico City to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic and Liberia in Costa Rica.

Ferry Service to Link Thessaloniki with Cyclades and Crete

Islands of the Cyclades will be linked with Thessaloniki and Crete via a ferry service to be launched in the upcoming period.

La Maltese Estate Promises Luxury Holidays on Santorini

Following renovation works, the luxury properties and villas of the La Maltese Estate on Santorini are welcoming guests for the 2018 summer season.

Cyclades Aim for Tourism Growth with Sustainability and Balance

Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura spoke of ways to achieve tourism growth with sustainability and balance, during the 15th Development Conference on Syros.

Greek Trade Body Launches Traveler Rights App for Protection

A new application aimed at protecting travelers visiting Greece and informing them of their rights, was launched by the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE).

Maris Hotels Joins ‘Clean Up the Med’ Campaign

Maris Hotels has joined the “Clean up the Med” campaign and recently held a cleanup operation on the beaches located in front of its three hotels on Crete and Santorini.