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Collette Tours Selects Mykonos and Santorini to Host 2019 Sales Meeting

The Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini in 2019 will host the annual sales meeting of Collete Tours, one of the largest and oldest tour operators in the United States.

Travelworks Expands to UK Market with New Office

Travel and leisure communications agency Travelworks is expanding its presence to the UK market with a new office set to open in January 2019.

Patakis Travel to Present Land Transport Services at AIT Expo 2018 in Athens

Greek tourism agency Patakis Travel will present its land transportation services at the AIT Expo 2018 in Athens.

IOBE Study: Athens Airport Significantly Contributes to Greek Economy Growth

The contribution of Athens International Airport to the Greek economy has significantly increased during the last six years, due to a sharp rise in air arrivals.

Polish Demand for Greece on the Rise, More to Come in 2019

Greece welcomed 960,000 visitors from Poland during the January-September 2018 period, remaining at the top of the Polish market.

Thessaloniki Goes Viral via ‘Wanderlust Greece’ Digital Campaign

The city of Thessaloniki is the new addition to the “Wanderlust Greece” digital campaign, which explores Greece and reveals its "secrets" to the world.

Greek Airports to See Passenger Traffic Rise by 5% Annually

The annual growth rate of incoming passenger traffic through Greek airports in the coming years is expected to rise by 5 percent.

Nat Geo Traveler Russia: Greece Among Most Popular Destinations for Family Holidays

Greece has been announced as the second most popular destination for family holidays by the Russian edition of the National Geographic Traveler magazine.

South Aegean Region Includes Major Tourism Fairs on 2019 Agenda

The travel and tourism products of the Region of South Aegean will be promoted in a number of major exhibitions in Greece and abroad in 2019.

Travelbook Group Presents Hospitality Solutions at Xenia 2018

UK-based Travelbook Group, a one-stop shop for hotels, resorts and villas, presented its services to the Greek market, during the Xenia 2018 trade show in Athens.

Mideast Travel Named World’s Leading DMC at WTA 2018 Grand Final

Mideast Travel has been announced as the “World’s Leading Destination Management Company (DMC) for 2018” at the World Travel Awards Grand Final.

Greece Gaining Ground as Education Destination for US Students

Greece ranks high as an education destination for US students, with 4,351 visiting the country in the 2016-17 academic year, which is a 21.1 percent increase.

Cyprus Airways Signs Interline Agreement with Qatar Airways

Cyprus Airways has signed an interline agreement with Qatar Airways, aiming to provide its passengers with additional flights to more destinations.

South Aegean Region Sees Poland as Target Market

The Region of South Aegean is aiming to attract more Polish holidaymakers to Greece during the 2019 tourism season.

KLM Offers Travel from Home with New Virtual Reality Platform

KLM has launched a new virtual reality service through its online travel magazine iFly, allowing viewers to "take a trip", right from the comfort of their home.

Athens Workshop Looks Into Cinema Tourism, Filming in Greece

More than 150 cinematography professionals recently gathered in Athens to participate in an open discussion on ways Greece can promote its locations for filming purposes.

‘Digi.travel’ to Discuss IATA’s NDC, Hospitality Issues

IATA's NDC program and the future of hotels in the digital era will be among the main topics of the Digi.travel EMEA Conference & Expo 2018 in Athens.

Cyprus Airways and Blue Air Launch Codeshare Partnership

Cyprus Airways and Blue Air have entered into a codeshare partnership, aiming to offer passengers more travel options and optimized flight schedules.

‘Navagio’ on Zakynthos Named World’s Top Beach for 2018

Zakynthos' Navagio beach ranks first on the “World’s Top 50 Beaches” list for 2018, which was released by travel website FlightNetwork.

Workathlon Offers Recruiting Services to Viking Cruises

Greek hospitality recruiting platform Workathlon has entered into a partnership with leading river cruise line Viking Cruises to staff its vessels in Europe.