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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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Thessaloniki Travel Guide Published in Hebrew

A new Thessaloniki pocket-sized travel guide, featuring the tourism offerings of the city and the greater region, was recently published in Hebrew.

Posted On 08 Jan 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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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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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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Hellenic Seaways to Suspend Thessaloniki – Sporades Summer Itineraries

Hellenic Seaways has decided to suspend itineraries between Thessaloniki and the Sporades islands this summer, according to media reports.

Posted On 11 Jan 2018

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Kountoura Sees Great Potential for Thessaly Region via Tourism

Offering fresh experiences and attracting investments are key to making Thessaly a year-round sustainable destination, Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said.

Posted On 12 Oct 2017

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Spyrou Philoxenia Hosts Fam Trip on Skopelos for Leading Serbian Tour Operator

Representatives of Kon Tiki – Big Blue, a leading tour operators in Serbia, recently visited the island of Skopelos, during a fam trip hosted by Spyrou Philoxenia.

Posted On 29 Sep 2017

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Aegli Hotel in Volos Launches New Website

Following an extensive renovation project, the Aegli Hotel in Volos launched its new website with information on its history, rooms, suites and services.

Posted On 07 Aug 2017

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Alonissos Honored as ‘Greek Destination of Environmental Sustainability’

The island of Alonissos topped the preferences of Nordic tourists as a Greek destination of environmental sustainability in a recent survey by tour operator Apollo Travel Group.

Posted On 05 Jul 2017

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