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Yesteryear Planes Take Off from Crete for VintageAirRally

Twelve vintage biplanes took off from the Greek island of Crete earlier this week, headed for South Africa as part of the VintageAirRally charity rally Crete2Cape, which recreates the pioneering age of African aviation in the 1920s.

Thessaloniki Wins Over Brits at WTM London 2016

All the more British tourists are seeking to visit Thessaloniki for its “city break” offerings including cultural, nightlife and culinary options, according to the Thessaloniki Hotels Association.

WTM 2016: Halkidiki Set to Attract UK, Dutch Tourists in 2017

The region of Halkidiki in northern Greece is ready to welcome visitors from the UK and Holland next year, the Halkidiki Tourism Organization said upon its return from the World Travel Market (WTM) London.

WTM 2016: Argo Travel Presents New Product for Medical Tourism in Greece

Argo Travel Group presented its new medical tourism product to markets from all around the globe at this year's World Travel Market (WTM) in London.

WTM 2016: Minister Kountoura Underlines Importance of Safe and Seamless Travel

Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura recently echoed the sentiments of UNWTO Secretary-General Taleb Rifai that tourism brings people together and plays a key role in building peace.

History in the Making at 34th ‘Athens Marathon – The Authentic’ – Photo Report

The 34th “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” made and marked history on Sunday, November 13, attracting thousands of athletes from across the globe to run the classic race from the seaside town of Marathon to the Greek capital.

MasterChef France Comes to Greece for Culinary Experience

Greek cuisine will star in a 20-page feature to run in the first printed edition of the French television series "MasterChef".

WTM 2016: Travel Industry Gets Preview of Dubai’s Epic Aquatic Show ‘La Perle’

A new futuristic live show, expected to forever change the entertainment scene in Dubai, as well as benefit the city’s tourism industry, is getting ready to launch next year: La Perle by Dragone.

FORTHcrs Holds Info Event for Travel Affiliates

More than 180 tourism and travel operators attended a recent FORTHcrs info event in Athens aimed at presenting the company’s latest apps, products and innovative solutions.

Excitement Builds for 1st Messinia Pro Am International Golf Tournament at Costa Navarino

The countdown to the inaugural Messinia Pro Am at Costa Navarino in Greece, is underway with high interest from golf teams both in Greece and abroad.

Kenyan Lobuwan Wins 34th “Athens Marathon – The Authentic”

Luka Rotich Lobuwan from Kenya ran to his victory on Sunday in the 34th "Athens Marathon – Τhe Authentic", finishing the original 42,195 km marathon distance in 2 hours, 12 minutes and 49 seconds.

Olympic Champions Honored at 2016 AIMS Best Marathon Runner Awards in Athens

Reigning Olympic Champions Eliud Kipchoge and Jemima Sumgong on Friday received the 2016 AIMS Best Marathon Runner Awards (BMR) at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Athens.

WTM 2016: Aqua Vista Hotels Welcomes Santorini’s ‘Carpe Diem’ to Portfolio

Global hotel management company Aqua Vista Hotels recently informed the travel industry at the World Travel Market (WTM) London that it has added the luxury boutique hotel Carpe Diem Suites and Spa on Santorini under its growing portfolio.

WTM 2016: Santikos Collection Launches Revamped Marpunta Village to the UK Market

The family owned Santikos Collection, best known for their hotels on the island of Skiathos, launched another of their properties to the UK market during the recent World Travel Market (WTM) London 2016.

Mykonos Yachting to Exhibit at Greek Tourism Expo in Athens

Mykonos Yachting, a Greek company that offers upscale cruising experiences, will exhibit at the International Tourism Fair Greek Tourism Expo to take place November 25-27 at the Metropolitan Expo Exhibition Centre.

Kyvernitis Travel Shows Services at Maritime HR & Crew Management Meet

Set on gaining insight into the ever increasing demands of regulations and technology in the seafaring sector, Kyvernitis Travel participated in the 19th Maritime HR & Crew Management conference held in London recently.