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The New York Times Spent 36 Hours in Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki’s Unesco-listed sites, as well as the Greek city's popular restaurants and shops, are highlighted in an extensive feature of The New York Times.

Ellinair Announces Special Fares for Young Travelers

Greek carrier Ellinair is supporting young travelers, aged 18-25, by releasing low ticket fares for flights between Greece and Russia.

FS High Speed Train to Debut at Thessaloniki Fair

A new high speed passenger train to run the Athens-Thessaloniki route in approximately four hours, will make its debut at the 83rd Thessaloniki International Fair in September.

Thessaloniki 2018 Fair Figures Rising as Countdown Begins

Preparations are getting underway for the 83rd Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) to run in the Greek northern port city during September 8-16.

Thessaloniki’s Lazart Hotel Invites All to Cool Off in its Pool

The Lazart Hotel is inviting its guests and visitors in Thessaloniki to beat the summer heat by relaxing at its pool.

Berlin Museum Pays Tribute to Thessaloniki with Photo Exhibit

Berlin’s Museum Europäischer Kulturen will pay tribute to Thessaloniki with a photo exhibition, within its summer European Cultural Days series.

Thessaloniki to Welcome The Blues Brothers (Approved) at 83rd TIF

The Blues Brothers will take the stage of the 83rd TIF trade fair, on September 16, in Thessaloniki, for a performance of their “Approved” show.

Israeli Visitors Boost Thessaloniki Overnight Stays in 1HY

The number of visitors to Thessaloniki edged higher in the first half of the year, with Israeli travelers boosting overnight stays by 113.16 percent.

‘The Luxury Hotels’ Continues Major Upgrade Program to Thessaloniki Properties

The Luxury Hotels of Thessaloniki - Grand Hotel Palace and Mediterranean Palace - are undergoing extensive renovation works, under the "Rebrand–Renovate–ReLux" project.

Greek Airports See 10.5% Passenger Traffic Growth in First Half of 2018

The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has reported a 10.5 percent rise in passenger traffic in Greek airports for the first six months of 2018.

Philoxenia to Host Western Greece as Honored Region

The Region of Western Greece will be the honored guest at the 34th Philoxenia set to run on November 9-11, in Thessaloniki.

Thessaloniki Fair a Golden Opportunity for Post-bailout Greece

“Greece’s return to growth inherently creates opportunities," said US Ambassador to Greece Geoffrey Pyatt at a press event on the 83rd Thessaloniki International Fair.

Tourist Hotel: New Accommodation Experience for Solo Travelers in Thessaloniki

The Tourist Hotel in Thessaloniki now offers solo travelers a new accommodation experience, following the recent revamp of its single room.

Thessaloniki Ferry Link with Sporades, Cyclades, Crete Takes Off

Thessaloniki authorities expressed their satisfaction over Seajets' new ferry service connecting the northern city with the Sporades, the Cyclades and Crete.

Ellinair Links Thessaloniki with Chania on Crete

Greek carrier Ellinair has announced the launch of a new flight connecting Thessaloniki with Chania on Crete, three times a week.

Seajets Ready to Start Thessaloniki-Sporades-Cyclades-Crete Ferry Service

Greek ferry company Seajets is set to begin a service that connects Thessaloniki with the Sporades, the Cyclades and Crete.

Airports in Greece See Passenger Traffic Up 10.4% in Jan-May 2018

Passenger traffic at Greece's airports increased by 10.4 percent during the first five months of 2018, according to data by the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

‘The Luxury Hotels’ of Thessaloniki Introduce ‘Family Friendly’ Concept

The Luxury Hotels - Mediterranean Palace and Grand Hotel Palace – in Thessaloniki have introduced their guests to a new “Family Friendly” concept.

Thessaloniki-Sporades Islands Ferry Connections Set to Begin

Golden Star Ferries will service the Sporades islands - Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos - from Thessaloniki with its two new high-speed vessels as of June 15.

Region Takes First Step Towards Development of Thessaloniki’s Coastal Front

Thessaloniki regional authorities are one step closer to drawing up a spatial planning scheme for the development of the northern port city’s coastal front.