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Elivi Skiathos Opens its Doors for Summer 2020 on July 1

Elivi Skiathos, a luxury hotel located on the Greek island of Skiathos, is getting ready to open its doors for the summer season and welcome guests as of July 1.

Posted On 22 May 2020

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‘Dive in Blue Growth’ Event Focuses on Development of Diving Tourism in Greece

The development of diving parks and visitable underwater areas in Greece was discussed at the "Dive in Blue Growth" conference in Athens.

Posted On 21 Oct 2019

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Alonissos’ Peristera Shipwreck to Welcome Visitors in 2020

The 5th-century shipwreck of Peristera, located off the Northern Sporades island of Alonissos, is scheduled to open to the public in the summer of 2020.

Posted On 19 Sep 2019

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The shipwreck near the islet of Peristera, east of Alonissos.

Peristera Shipwreck off Alonissos to Become Underwater Museum

Authorities on the Northern Sporades island of Alonissos have announced plans to create an underwater museum around the 5th century shipwreck of Peristera.

Posted On 08 Apr 2019

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Skiathos Palace Cup Sets Sail for May 10-12

The Greek island of Skiathos is once again preparing to host the Skiathos Palace Cup, an annual sailboat match racing event, which will be held during May 20-12.

Posted On 28 Mar 2019

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Chrisi Milia beach, Alonissos. Photo Source: Municipality of Alonissos

Alonissos Sets Example with Marine Economy Best Practices

The Greek island of Alonissos contributed to a workshop on how to develop marine tourism that will benefit the local and national economy without causing damage.

Posted On 06 Mar 2019

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Alonissos Photo Source: @Visit Alonissos (nakis.kostas)

Alonissos Named ‘Best Green Eco Destination’ in Greece

The island of Alonissos has been honored with a Gold award as the "Best Green Eco Destination" in Greece at the Greek Travel Awards in Sweden.

Posted On 20 Feb 2019

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Alonissos Attracts Interest of Leading Travel Experts in Finland

A number of Finnish tourism professionals and journalists were introduced to the tourism offerings of Alonissos in Greece, during an event in Helsinki.

Posted On 22 Nov 2018

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Meteora Natural History Museum to Host 4th Mushroom Festival in September

The Natural History Museum of Meteora, during September 7-9, will host the 4th Mushroom Festival with events focusing on mushroom species and delicacies.

Posted On 29 Aug 2018

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Irregular Transport Takes Toll on Alonissos, Skiathos Tourism Flows

The Thessaly Regional Tourism Service is seeking ways to address the issue of inconsistent coastal ferry transportation to the Sporades islands.

Posted On 28 Aug 2018

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Two Alonissos Beaches to Become Wheelchair Accessible

Two beaches on Alonissos will soon get special ramps, parking facilities and wheelchair-friendly boardwalks, the island's municipality announced.

Posted On 08 Aug 2018

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The airport of Nea Aghialos in Volos. Photo Source: http://www.volosairport.gr

Volos Airport Welcomes New Flights, Set to Post Rise

Incoming travelers to Volos' Nea Aghialos Airport are set to rise by 25-30 percent, in great part due to new flights from the UK and Israel.

Posted On 09 Jul 2018

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SWOT Seals Partnership with Valeni Boutique Hotel in Pelion

SWOT (Simple Way of Tourism), a Greek hospitality management company, has welcomed the Valeni Boutique Hotel, on Mount Pelion, to its network of associates.

Posted On 20 Jun 2018

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Skiathos to Host Match Racing Event for Third Year

The popular Koukounaries bay, located on Skiathos in the Sporades group, between May 11-13, will host the Skiathos Palace Cup 2018 match racing event.

Posted On 04 May 2018

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Photo Source: World Adventure Dive (Florine)

Alonissos Included in Europe’s Best Diving Destinations

The island of Alonissos, located in Northern Sporades, has been included in Europe’s best diving destinations by travel blog World Adventure Divers.

Posted On 18 Apr 2018

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Thessaly’s Nature, History, Experiences Shine in New Promo Videos

The Region of Thessaly has launched three new videos, as part of its “Handcrafted by Time” campaign, aiming to promote the area’s tourism offerings.

Posted On 10 Apr 2018

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Marketing Greece CEO Ioanna Dretta receives the honorary plaque by the Minister of Energy, Commerce, Industry and Tourism of Cyprus Georgios Lakkotrypis. Also present at the conference were the president of the Cyprus Hotel Managers Association Charis Loizidis and the Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee for Commerce, Industry and Tourism Angelos Votsis.

‘Marketing Greece’ Presents its Vision to Hoteliers in Cyprus

Marketing Greece CEO Ioanna Dretta recently presented the company's vision for Greek tourism during the annual conference of the Cyprus Hotel Managers Association.

Posted On 16 Feb 2018

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Hellenic Seaways Says Thessaloniki-Sporades Ferry Link Not Viable

Hellenic Seaways issued a statement justifying its decision to suspend itineraries between Thessaloniki and the Sporades islands for this summer.

Posted On 30 Jan 2018

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Psilos Vrachos, Edessa, Central Macedonia. Photo Source: Municipality of Edessa.

Greece Presents its Tourism Offerings to Russian Market

Representatives of nine Greek regions recently gathered in Moscow to present Greece's tourism offerings, as part of the Greece–Russia Year of Tourism 2017-2018.

Posted On 29 Jan 2018

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