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AEGEAN Receives ‘Fast Travel Gold Award’ by IATA

AEGEAN has received the “Fast Travel Gold Award” by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for providing self-service solutions to its passengers.

Three Airlines, Two Operators Handling Bulk of Tourists to Greece

Two tour operators and three airlines handle the bulk of travelers interested in Greece this summer, according to the Hellenic Slot Coordination Authority.

‘AirHelp’ Announces Top Airports, Airlines for 2017

Singapore Airlines and Singapore Changi Airport hold the top spot in AirHelp’s AirScore ratings for 2017 in the airlines and airport categories.

Aegean Supports OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO 2018

Aegean is supporting the OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO 2018, one of Cyprus’ most important sports events, due to take place during March 17-18, 2018.

Entrada: Greek Domestic Airfares Now Available on ‘MyFareBox’

Entrada has integrated with global airfare platform MyFareBox and incorporated Aegean Airlines and Olympic Airways into its content for travel providers.

Aegean: Passenger Traffic Up 5% in First Quarter

Aegean Airlines and its subsidiary Olympic Air transported a total of 2.1 million passengers in the first quarter of 2017, recording an increase of 5%.

Holy Flame to Go to 17 Greek Destinations via AEGEAN

AEGEAN will provide three extra aircraft (non commercial flights) to distribute the Holy Flame to as many Greek destinations on Holy Saturday, April 15.

Aegean Inflight Tributes Bring Passengers ‘Closer to Greece’

As part of its ongoing "Closer to Greece" campaign, AEGEAN brings Eastern Macedonia-Thrace into the spotlight this month.

‘Closer to Greece’: Aegean Airlines Brings Taste of Epirus to Its Flights

The sites, sounds and tastes of Epirus take center stage this month on all Aegean Airlines flights under its ongoing “Closer to Greece” initiative.

Airlines to Cancel Flights Due to Strike by Greek Air Traffic Controllers

Flights to and from Greece are being cancelled due to strike action announced by the country's air traffic controllers.

Olympic Air Cancels Flights Due to Strike

Olympic Air is cancelling scheduled domestic flights due to a strike announced by the Panhellenic Union of Licensed Aeronautical Telecommunications Officers from 24:01 on Tuesday, October 4, until 23:59 on Saturday, October 8.

AEGEAN, Olympic Air Flights Return to Normal after Civil Aviation Workers Call Off Strike

AEGEAN and Olympic Air flights will fly as scheduled on Thursday, September 29 and Friday, September 30, after the civil aviation authority personnel (OSYPA) called off their strike on late Wednesday.

Aegean Chief Says VAT Thwarting Greek Airline Competitiveness

“In order for Aegean and other operators to continue their expansion, errors hindering competitiveness must be rectified,” Eftihis Vassilakis, the vice president of Greece’s largest carrier, Aegean, said on Wednesday.

PM Tsipras: Trip to Paros Best Promotion for Greece @ Island Airport Opening

Paros Airport is an important infrastructure project that will contribute to tourism and the economy, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said from the Cycladic island of Paros on Friday during the inauguration of the new airport there.

First Flight from New Paros Airport to Take Off on July 25

The new airport of Paros, expected to handle four times the traffic and contribute to an increase in tourism, strengthen the local economy and create new jobs, is set to open its doors and be fully operational on July 25.

‘Closer to Greece’: AEGEAN Puts Samos, Ikaria and Lemnos in the Public Eye

AEGEAN’s “Closer to Greece” initiative this month is dedicated to three islands of the northeast edge of the Aegean: Samos, Lemnos and Ikaria. These three “star destinations” will be introduced to all domestic and international passengers.

Celestyal Cruises and Aegean Miles+Bonus Join Forces

Celestyal Cruises and Miles+Bonus, the Aegean and Olympic Air loyalty program, recently announced their new loyalty program partnership to offer customers even more benefits and unique holiday opportunities.

Slashed State Subsidies for Air Routes May Lead to Isolation of Remote Greek Islands

Remote Greek islands are feeling the brunt of reduced government spending with the transport ministry announcing a 63 percent drop in subsidies for airlines undertaking flights to these regions and tourism sector professionals expressing their discontent.

‘Closer to Greece’: AEGEAN Shines Spotlight on Chios in June

AEGEAN's "Closer to Greece" initiative this month is dedicated to the island of Chios. The "star destination" will be introduced to all domestic and international passengers.

Aegean Brings Passengers ‘Closer to Greece’ with New Initiative

AEGEAN has launched a new initiative named "Closer to Greece", aiming to tell the world why each of the country’s destinations are so unique.