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WTM Latin America 2016 Ends on a High

The 2016 edition of WTM Latin America succeeded all expectations both in terms of visitor and exhibitor feedback and the business opportunities that were available to close big business deals.

Thessaloniki B2B Travel Event Connects Greek Professionals with Int’l Buyers

New collaborations were discussed between Greek tourism enterprises and travel agencies from target international markets at the B2B Travel Event held recently in Thessaloniki by Respond on Demand for the fifth year.

Manessis Travel and Aldemar bring the Greek ‘Sympossio’ to Athens

Manessis Travel and Aldemar Resorts gave Athens a taste of the Sympossio Greek Gourmet Touring event on Tuesday at The Cookery Club-Mathimata Mageirikis in Agios Dimitrios.

Networking Sessions Show WTM Latin America is ‘the Place to do Business’

The second day of the WTM Latin America on Wednesday further established the event as the "place to do business" as it was marked by two highly respected speed networking sessions taking place between exhibitors and buyers.

Mark the Date: Athens Marathon 2016 Registration Opens on April 4!

Registration for the 34th Athens Marathon - Τhe Authentic to take place on November 13 opens at noon on April 4 with organizers advising athletes interested in running the 10km or 5km to sign up fast as spots run out in the first few hours and registrations close automatically.

WTM Latin America 2016 Opens, Presents Tourist Trends that will Shape Industry

The trends that will have an impact on the tourism sector over the next few years were revealed on the first day of WTM Latin America 2016.

Thessaloniki and Halkidiki Expect Rise in Russian Arrivals this Season

Tourism professionals from the Northern Greek cities of Thessaloniki and Halkidiki predict a rise in arrivals of Russian visitors to Greece this year.

Xanthi to Attempt World’s Biggest ‘Carioca’ Sweet Guinness Record

In a bid to gain entry into the Guinness Book of World Records, the Chamber of Commerce of Xanthi, in northeastern Greece, has announced it will create the biggest “carioca” sweet.

WTM London: World Responsible Tourism Awards 2016 Kick Off 20th Year of Ethical Tourism

Tourism businesses, organisations and initiatives around the world are now being invited to submit an entry into the World Responsible Tourism Awards 2016 at WTM London, as the world celebrates 20 years of responsible tourism action.

Greece Sees Positive Signs from Russian Market at MITT 2016

Moscow’s International Travel and Tourism Exhibition – MITT recently wrapped up its 23rd edition with many positive signs for Greece.

April Tribute to Iconic Brands: GTP, Danae.Travel Proud to be History-makers

The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) and Danae Travel, both members of the Danae Group, are proud to be among the companies that have for three decades promoted Greece, its tourism offerings and supported the sector’s professionals with its products. Having stood the test of time, and...

Greece Agrees at MITT to Host Greek-Russian Forum on Tourism

Moving full speed ahead towards stronger ties in tourism, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura agreed on Thursday with Russian Federation Deputy Culture Minister Yurievna Manilova and the head of Russia's Federal Agency for Tourism Rostourism Oleg Safonov that Athens will...

Greek Travel Agents to Present Tourism Action Plan ’12’ to Sector

The Federation of Hellenic Associations of Tourist & Travel Agencies (FEDHATTA) on Tuesday will officially present its action plan “Dodeka”, which is designed to boost Greece's reputation as an all year round tourism destination.

Run Greece Larissa Event Off to a Good Start

The Central Greek city of Larissa is the first stop in the annual Run Greece events with over 4,500 runners ready to test their mettle this Sunday, on March 27.

Travel, Fun & Food at Chios Cooking Lessons this June

If you want to know more about Chios cuisine, delve deeper into Greek food or just love cooking, then register for the Chios cooking lessons.

MITT 2016: Opening Day

MITT, the key event in Russia’s travel industry, opened yesterday for the 23rd time. This year the opening of the exhibition was held in a new format - the plenary discussion.