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Chios, Greece. Photo Source: @Chios.gr
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Turkish Travelers to North Aegean Isles on the Decline in H1 2018

The number of travelers from Turkey to the North Aegean islands dropped by 13,349 in the first half of 2018, compared to the same period in 2017.
Posted On 18 Jul 2018
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Agios Efstratios. Photo Source: Municipality of Agios Efstratios
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Ai Stratis Earthquake-hit Village to be Restored

A village on the North Aegean island of Agios Efstratios is set to be restored 50 years after a fatal earthquake struck, destroying more than 2,000 buildings.
Posted On 20 Feb 2018
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North Aegean Region – SETE Join Forces in Tourism

The North Aegean Region and the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) plan to jointly develop tourism training and promotion programs.
Posted On 31 Jan 2018
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Milos Island. Photo Source: http://likenoother.aegeanislands.gr/
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Aegean Island Mayors Appeal to European Parliament Over VAT

The mayors of the North and South Aegean islands have appealed to the European Parliament over the abolition of a special tax status applicable until now.
Posted On 30 Jan 2018
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The village of Molyvos on Lesvos. Photo Source: Visit Greece
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North Aegean Region Gets Ready for… Lights, Camera, Action

North Aegean governor Christiana Kalogirou signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Hellenic Film Office to promote the region as a prime filming location.
Posted On 23 Jan 2018
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Amendment for ‘Stayover Tax’ Tabled in Greek Parliament

An amendment to the law of the "stayover tax", already being charged since January 1 at hotels and rooms-to-let across Greece, has been tabled in Greek Parliament.
Posted On 19 Jan 2018
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Greek Hotels Chamber: Alterations to Stayover Tax a Must

In order for the stayover tax on hotels and rooms-to-let to be effectively collected, a series of adjustments must be made, the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels says.
Posted On 16 Jan 2018
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Limnos Island. Photo Source: limnosguide.gr
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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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Greek Tourism Sector to Shoulder Tax Burden in 2018

Greece’s tourism sector is set to bear the brunt of the country’s economic recovery according to the economy ministry’s latest set of measures set to take effect in 2018.
Posted On 27 Dec 2017
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Greece’s Axed Special Island Tax Status Causes Stir

Greek tourism sector professionals are calling for the government to not abolish reduced VAT rates for a number of Greek islands as of January 1, 2018.
Posted On 21 Dec 2017
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Turkey Lifts Greece-bound Boat Ban

A ban on all Greece-bound Turkish-flagged boats was lifted, following a meeting between Greek Shipping Minister Panagiotis Kouroublis and Turkish Transport Minister Ahmet Arslan.
Posted On 13 Oct 2017
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Boat Ban to Top Turkish Transport Minister’s Agenda in Athens

Turkey’s Transport Minister Ahmet Arslan will arrive in Athens to discuss the decision to ban all Turkish-flagged yachts from travelling to Greece.
Posted On 10 Oct 2017
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Turkey Hopes Transport Minister’s Athens Visit to Resolve Boat Ban Issue

Turkey expressed its wish to lift a ban on Greece-bound yachts and ferries when the country’s transport minister, Ahmet Arslan, visits Greece this month.
Posted On 05 Oct 2017
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Lesvos Island Still Struggling to Keep Tourism Alive

Lesvos sees overnight stays drop by 40.63%, number of visitors by 42.58%, and tourism-related revenue by 35.18% as refugees continue to flock to the island.
Posted On 03 Jul 2017
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North Aegean Nature Projects to Get €1.5m Cash Injection

North Aegean Region Governor Christiana Kalogirou has allotted 1.5 million euros for projects, which will highlight the unique ecosystems of the islands.
Posted On 27 Jun 2017
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North Aegean Region Lays Out Tourism Promo Plan

The North Aegean Region has presented plans for a far-reaching promotional campaign with the aim to showcase the tourism offerings of its islands.
Posted On 21 Apr 2017
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Refugees arrive on the Greek island of Lesvos after crossing the Aegean Sea from Turkey.
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Migrant Influx Crushes Greek Island Tourism Hopes

The North Aegean islands bearing the brunt of the refugee crisis for over a year now are seeing their tourism industry crumble as hopes of any improvement are gradually dying out.
Posted On 03 Jan 2017
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Bettany Hughes to Give a ‘Taste of Chios’ at WTM London 2016

English historian, author, and broadcaster Bettany Hughes will host a special promotional event for the island of Chios during the World Travel Market London 2016.
Posted On 27 Oct 2016
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Aegean Isles Showcase Leisure Offerings at Germany’s TourNatur Expo

As part of a ongoing strategy to promote all-year-round tourism, the North and South Aegean regions are participating this year at the TourNatur expo taking place September 2-4 in Dusseldorf, Germany.
Posted On 01 Sep 2016
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Greece: Upward Battle for North Aegean Island Tourism

Regional authorities in the North Aegean region are expressing their concerns over the decreased numbers of tourists visiting the islands as a result of the ongoing influx of refugees there and the negative media coverage.
Posted On 05 Aug 2016
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