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Posidonia Announces New ‘Web Forums Week‘ for Shipping

The Posidonia Web Forums Week will bring together leading maritime organisations in October for a series of online conferences and events focused on the shipping industry.

Air France-KLM and Amadeus Announce NDC Distribution Deal

The Air France-KLM group and Amadeus have signed a NDC distribution deal providing travel agents with access to the airlines' NDC services through the Amadeus Travel Platform.

New Olympia Forum Looks to Boost Development of Greece’s Regions

The Olympia Forum I, a new event that aims to contribute to the economic and cultural development of the country’s 13 regions, will take place during September 18-20 in Ancient Olympia.

Greece Attends First Expo After Covid-19 Lockdown

Greece presented its alternative forms of tourism at the TourNatur 2020 exhibition held September 4-6 in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Greece is 7th most Googled Holiday Destination Around the World

Greece is among the 10 most searched-for countries for post-lockdown holidays worldwide, ranking seventh on the list compiled by Official-ESTA.com.

‘Thessaloniki Helexpo Forum’ to Launch September 11

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on politics, economy and society will be discussed during the Thessaloniki Helexpo Forum, scheduled to take place during September 11-20.

Crete’s Elounda Peninsula Hotel Sees Increase in August Turnover Despite Covid-19

Crete's Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel in August saw its turnover rise compared to the same month in 2019, despite the Covid-19 health crisis.

The Authentic Marathon Swim Revives 2,500 Years Later in Greece

The Authentic Marathon Swim recently revived in Artemision, Evia, 2,500 years later with the participation of swimmers from all over the world.

IRONMAN 70.3 Greece Sports Event Postponed Until 2021

The IRONMAN 70.3 Greece 2020 sports event has been postponed for next year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

European Travel Commission Announces New President

The European Travel Commission (ETC) has appointed Luís Araújo from Turismo de Portugal as its new president for a three-year term.

WTM London to Discuss Diversity with BAME Women in Travel

WTM London will host a virtual panel discussion with the BAME (black, Asian and minority ethnic) division of Women in Travel, on September 10.

Greek Restaurant Owners to Shut Doors in Protest of Covid-19 Curfew

Restaurant owners across Greece say they will keep their businesses closed for a week in an act of protest against the government's Covid-19 restrictions.

GNTO Shows its Support to Sports Tourism in Greece

“The Greek National Tourism Organization strongly supports sports and cultural tourism,” Angela Gerekou, the organization’s president said during The Authentic Marathon Swim event.

Airbnb: Greece Among 10 Countries with Most ‘Enhanced Clean‘ Listings

Greece is among the top 10 countries with the highest number of Enhanced Clean listings on Airbnb.

Condor to Extend Services from Kalamata to Munich and Dusseldorf

Condor Airlines will extend its routes from Kalamata, Greece, to Munich and Dusseldorf in Germany, until November.

Xenia Tourism Expo Postponed for 2021

The Xenia 2020 tourism expo in Greece has been postponed for 2021 due to the extraordinary circumstances caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Greece Supports #EUBeachCleanUp Campaign

Greece supports the European Commission’s #EUBeachCleanUp environmental campaign and will hold a beach cleanup event in Kavouri, south of Athens, in September.

‘Trust is the New Luxury in Tourism’ – Interview with Konstantinos Tzikopoulos, GM at Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort

Trust is the “new luxury” in tourism in the Covid-19 era, according to Konstantinos Tzikopoulos, the GM at the Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort in Halkidiki.

TripAdvisor Places Three Greek Beaches Among 25 Best in the World

TripAdvisor has included three Greek beaches on its "Top 25 Beaches in the World" list, which was compiled based on the preferences of travelers worldwide.

Greece Unveils Face Masks Inspired by its Cultural Heritage

Greece’s Archaeological Resources Fund has launched a collection of textile face masks featuring prints and drawings inspired by the country’s rich cultural heritage.