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Qatar Airways’ Ultra-modern Airbus A350 Lands at Athens Airport

Qatar Airways recently flew the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 to the Athens Airport, where the flight was greeted by a water canon salute.

Posted On 16 Jan 2018

, By GTP editing team

Piraeus Port Upgrade Master Plan Soon Up for Public Discussion

A master plan for the development of the Piraeus Port Authority (PPA) is set to go up for public discussion with municipalities and local stakeholders in February.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

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Greek Casino Law Causes Commotion

Authorities on Santorini and Mykonos have expressed their opposition over revisions to a legal framework, covering the licensing procedures and operation of casino ventures.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

, By Maria Paravantes

Kaiafa Thermal Springs, Kaiafa Lake. Photo Source: Hellenic Association of Municipalities with Thermal Springs.

First Steps Towards Kaiafa Lake Area Overhaul

The invitation for the modernization of infrastructure at Kaiafa Lake in southwestern Greece, including the area’s thermal springs, was issued on Monday.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

, By GTP editing team

UK Survey Says Box-office Blockbusters Spur Travel Bookings

A survey carried out across the UK showed that one in five Britons went ahead and booked a vacation, days after watching a film.

Posted On 15 Jan 2018

, By GTP editing team

Four Suitors Vying for Athens Metro Line 4 Shortlisted

Four contractors have been shortlisted to take on one of the Greek capital’s major infrastructure works, the expansion of Athens metro Line 4.

Posted On 12 Jan 2018

, By GTP editing team

New US Travel Advisory Says Greece Safe Destination

Greece is among the world’s safest destinations, according to a new travel advisory system assessing security conditions for American holidaymakers, announced by the US State Department.

Posted On 11 Jan 2018

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Draft Bill Lays Out Framework for Greece Casino Operation, Taxation

A legal framework covering the licensing procedure and operation of casino ventures in Greece is up for discussion in an omnibus bill tabled in parliament.

Posted On 11 Jan 2018

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Athens’ Academy Gardens Mall Gets Green Light

A mall budgeted at 350 million euros to be erected in the inner-city neighborhood of Akadimia Platonos, southwestern Athens, has received the go-ahead.

Posted On 11 Jan 2018

, By GTP editing team

Limnos Island. Photo Source: limnosguide.gr

North Aegean Region Governor Calls for Island Stayover Tax Exemption

The governor of the North Aegean Region, Christiana Kalogirou, is urging the finance ministry to exclude the islands from the newly introduced stayover tax.

Posted On 11 Jan 2018

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Athens Public Transport to Offer Wi-Fi Access to Commuters

Buses, tram and trolley cars will soon be able to provide free Wi-Fi access to commuters, the Athens Urban Transport Organization (OASA) announced this week.

Posted On 10 Jan 2018

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DayTrip4U Partners with Fareharbor to Enrich its Travel Services

Aiming to enrich its travel services, DayTrip4U has partnered with Fareharbor, an online booking and management software for tour companies.

Posted On 09 Jan 2018

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Hospitality Management Company ‘homm’ Expands Greece Portfolio

Greek hospitality management company “homm” has expanded its portfolio with the addition of new properties on the island of Evia, in Epirus and in Athens.

Posted On 05 Jan 2014

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

South Aegean Islands Greeted Most Visitors To Greece In September 2013

The Region of South Aegean was dubbed "champion" in terms of tourism arrivals and revenue for the month of September 2013, according to a recent survey.

Posted On 16 Dec 2013

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Greece’s Tourism Revenues Rise In January-August Period

Greek revenues from tourism rose by 13.7 percent in the eight-month period between January and August this year, Bank of Greece data published on 29 October showed.

Posted On 29 Oct 2013

, By GTP editing team