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ITB 2016: German Market gives Greek Tourism Positive Vibes

Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura received positive messages for tourism in Greece this year, during a series of meetings she had with German tour operators on the first day of the ITB tourism fair in Berlin on Wednesday, March 9.

ITB 2016 – SETE says Greece could See 1.5 Million more Tourists this Year

Greek tourism could see an increase of some 1.5 million more tourists and around 800 million more revenue this year if the refugee crisis is addressed effectively, according to the president of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), Andreas Andreadis.

ITB Berlin 2016: Tourism Minister Kountoura Takes a ‘Tour’ of Greece – GTP Photo Report

The ITB Berlin trade fair opened on Wednesday and Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura toured the stand of the Greek National tourism Organization (GNTO) and visited its co-exhibitors.

ITB 2016: UNWTO Lists Priorities for Tourism

Ensuring safe and seamless travel, enhancing the opportunities brought by technology and accelerating the shift towards a more sustainable sector are the priorities for the sector, said UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai, opening the 50th edition of ITB Berlin on Tuesday, March 8.

Greek Gastronomy Goes to Hollywood, Join the Team

The sights and tastes of Greece will go to Hollywood via the annual Athens International Culinary Film Festival (AICFF) on June 1-5 as part of the 10th Los Angeles Greek Film Festival (LAGFF), which marks its 10-year anniversary this year.

Greece to Show its Best to the World at ITB Berlin 2016

Greece is getting ready to exhibit at the ITB Berlin, as the leading trade fair for the worldwide travel industry marks 50 years. ITB Berlin 2016 will take place March 9 to 13.

Crete to Host Global Sustainable Tourism Council Meet in May

Sustainable tourism will be the talk of the week on the Greek island of Crete during the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Europe regional meeting to be held on May 16-21.

Third Nafplio Marathon a Hit, Draws in the Crowds

More than 6,000 runners and athletes, professionals and amateurs took to the streets of the Peloponnesian town of Nafplio, last Sunday, in the largest Nafplio Marathon to date.

City Branding in the Spotlight at 5th Xinis Tourism Meet

City branding and the potential of the Athenian Riviera tops the agenda of the 5th Xinis Tourism Conference on March 9 to be hosted at the Glyfada City Hall.

Respond on Demand Announces Fifth B2B Travel Event in Thessaloniki

A number of travel agents from abroad are expected in Thessaloniki this month to meet and discuss new cooperation opportunities with Greek tourism professionals at Respond on Demand's upcoming B2B Travel Event.

Greek Travel Agents Reach Out to Tehran

The Hellenic Association of Travel and Tourist Agencies (HATTA) is actively promoting Greek tourism, its wide array of offerings and services through its ongoing presentations at world tourism fairs, the latest being in Tehran.

ITB Berlin 2016: Opening Ceremony and Events Not to Miss

The opening ceremony of ITB Berlin will see celebrity guests from politics and tourism, a film featuring highlights from the exhibition's 50 years and a colourful show hosted by this year’s partner country, the Maldives. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, 8 March at 6 pm in...

Save Money on Flights for World Travel Market Events

Delegates attending events within the World Travel Market portfolio can take advantage of discounted air fares with oneworld airlines following a recent groundbreaking deal between the alliance and World Travel Market's parent company Reed Travel Exhibitions (RTE).

Kountoura Gives Thumbs Up to Syros Summer 3×3 Basketball Event

Syros Mayor George Marangos visited Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura in Athens recently to discuss… basketball.

Let the Carnival Begin… It’s Samba Time in Greece

The carnival season may mean endless song and samba but there are plenty of traditions across Greece which promise to keep you smiling, dancing and making merry this year.

SAKA CET Club: Athens College Alumni Association Talks Tourism

This year's online trends of the markets of hotels, travel agencies (OTAs) and peer-to-peer networks were focused on at a recent meeting of the Culture, Events & Travel Club (CET) of the Athens College Alumni Association (SAKA).