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S. Aegean Region Focuses on Experiential Tourism as ‘Smart Specialisation Strategy’ for Islands’ Promotion

Experiential tourism will be at the center of the South Aegean Region’s new Smart Specialisation Strategy with the aim to boost the islands’ growth.

Aegean Island Authorities Up in Arms over Proposed Tourism Levy, Warn of Action, Repercussions

Local authorities and tourism professionals from the Aegean islands are up in arms over recent leaks that the government is looking into introducing a special tax on tourism.

Campaign Promotes Rhodes in Paris Metro Stations

The Greek island of Rhodes was the center of attention at 111 metro stations in Paris.

Greek Island Authorities Up In Arms Over Proposed End of Special Tax Status

Local authorities of the Region of South Aegean decided over the weekend to take action following reports that the government was planning to axe reduced VAT rates that apply on the Greek islands.

Rhodes, Greece, To Promote Its Best To Leading German Tourism Experts

A major destination marketing event to take place on Rhodes, Greece, in June, will bring together Germany's leading tour operators and travel agents with Greek tourism figures and professionals.

Mykonos To Star In Promotional Campaign For Greece In Austria

A campaign for the promotion of Greece as an all year round destination for Austrian travelers will be centered around the Greek island of Mykonos.

Rhodes To Get New Air Link With Istanbul, More Turkish Tourists Expected

Rhodes, Greece, will be welcoming more tourists from Turkey this summer thanks to a new direct flight by Turkish airline Bora Jet starting in early June, according to an announcement.

Big Fat Greek Wedding For Couples From China To Take Place On Paros

The Municipality of Paros, in collaboration with the Region of South Aegean, are planning a group wedding ceremony for some 50 couples from China that have chosen Paros as the destination to join their hands in holy matrimony.

Progress Of Greek-Cypriot Gastronomy Project Discussed On Rhodes

Greek and Cypriot representatives recently met in Greece to discuss the status of the "Gastronomy Net" project, an EU-financed project that aims to promote local cuisine of the Dodecanese and Cyprus.

South Aegean Islands Greeted Most Visitors To Greece In September 2013

The Region of South Aegean was dubbed "champion" in terms of tourism arrivals and revenue for the month of September 2013, according to a recent survey.

2014: “Year of Culture” For South Aegean Islands

The Region of South Aegean has declared 2014 as the "Year of Culture" and will focus on promoting the culture and tradition of the 48 Greek islands it represents.

Greece Saw Tourist Arrivals Up In August But Less Money Spent By Visitors

Tourists did flock to Greece in August but it seems that they did not spend much money, according to a survey conducted by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels and the TNS ICAP and Quantros companies.

British Airways To Launch Flights To Popular Greek Islands Next Year

Two of Greece's most popular islands will welcome more British tourists in 2014, according to the flag carrier airline of the UK.
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Forum: Developing A Seaplane Network To Service The Greek Islands

The Region of South Aegean will hold a forum on Syros on Tuesday, 30 July, that will focus on the advantages of developing a seaplane network to connect the Greek islands. The forum entitled "Greek Islands: An ideal location for the development of seaplanes" will aim to provide...