The most popular work to become a reality in the port city of Thessaloniki, along with the Metro, is the sea-based public transportation network, which will boost the tourist economy of the city as well as enable its residents to move quickly and cheaply to their destinations. The seven little boats are now finally available [...]
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Greece Among Top Romantic Destinations
The site boldsky (boldsky.com) ranked Greece as one of the most romantic destinations in the world, due to the favorable summer climate, large number of islands, variety in island activities, and its scenic and architectural wonders. This is what they had to say about Greece: “The Greek civilisation did not spring up from the earth [...]
Greek Islands Among World’s Best Sailing Destinations
Yachting & Boating World (ybw.com), a site for avid sailers and travelers, ranked the Greek islands as one of the best sailing destinations in the world, due to the favorable summer climate, large number of islands, variety in island activities, and excellent cuisine to provide a great lunch or dinner break for any worn out [...]
Fewer EU Tourists In November 2011, but New Tourist Market Emerges
The Central Bank of Greece announced on Tuesday a drop in the number of German tourists visiting Greece in November 2011, which resulted in a 12.5 percent fall in German tourism compared to November 2010. Receipts from German visitors recorded a 50.4 percent decrease, while those from British tourists increased by 18.3 percent. However, a [...]
2011 Was Best Year for Greek Tourism
The year 2011 was the best year for Greek tourism, according to figures released on Monday by the Association of Greek Tourist Enterprises (SETE) concerning the country΄s 13 largest airports. According to Athens News Agency, citing SETE, tourist arrivals at airports throughout Greece rose by 8.65 percent in January-December 2011 in comparison with the same [...]
TripAdvisor Includes Crete’s Chania in Top Twelve Global Destinations
TripAdvisor, Inc., the world’s largest travel site, announced the top destinations that are on the rise in 2012, according to surveys amongst TripAdvisor travelers and editors. Chania is among the top 12 destinations for 2012 proposed by TripAdvisor. Chania, according to lifo.gr, was chosen for its quiet old town, restored Venetian mansions, traces of a [...]
Drama’s Mount Falakro Ski Resort Open to Public Once Again
Despite the adverse weather conditions caused by the heavy snowfall, which closed off many roads, the Mount Falakro ski resort in Drama remained open throughout the holidays for skiers and visitors. In the previous two years, the Falakro ski resort had remained closed due to lack of snow. Mount Falakro is located 147 km from [...]
TUI Travel Group Votes Matala Among Top Tourist Destinations In Crete
Europe’s leading travel group TUI is praising Matala, in the municipality of Faistos, Crete, as one of the most important tourist attractions found on the Greek island. In its webpage, TUI Travel presents Matala as the second most important place to visit within the Heraklion Prefecture after Knossos Palace. According to the travel group, the [...]
Parnassos Ski Resort Opens to the Public!
The Parnassos ski resort opened to the public on Saturday, December 17th. Despite the fact that there is not enough snow for safe skiing, the visitors will have the opportunity to relax and enjoy the winter atmosphere and take rides on the ski lifts to admire the spectacular view from Mt. Only one piste is [...]
Variety Cruises Adds New Ships for Greek Waters
Variety Cruises, a small-ship cruise line, has expanded their fleet with two new megayachts, and both will get a taste of Greek waters in 2012. The Harmony G will be focusing on the Adriatic, touching on Corfu during its “Adriatic Voyage” cruise launching in July 2012. A sexy triple-masted 250 cabin “sail cruiser” dubbed the [...]
Greek Airports Post 8.9% Rise in 11-Month International Arrivals
International arrivals at Greek airports rose 8.9 percent in the first 11 months of 2011 from the same period a year earlier, according to data collected from 13 airports by the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises. Passenger arrivals from abroad increased to 11.4 million from 10.4 million over the same period a year earlier, the [...]
Constantinople to Thessaloniki Flights of Turkish Airlines Give Relief to Tourists
Mayor of Thessaloniki, Yiannis Mpoutaris stated after the meeting of the Turkish Airlines’ presentation that 30,000 tourists from Turkey visited Thessaloniki in 2011. Mpoutaris stated, “The beginning of flights from Constantinople to Thessaloniki via Turkish Airlines contribute to the improvement of the relations between the two countries and the increase of mutual visits of Greek [...]
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02 / 11 The Telegraph: Merkel Has Herself to Blame if Greece Defaults
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02 / 11 Head of Greek Catholics Appeals To Pope Hor Help In Crisis
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02 / 11 Italy’s Prime Minister Offers Praise for Greece and Optimism About Euro Zone
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02 / 11 Cabinet Approves Debt Deal After PM Warns of ‘Chaos’
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02 / 10 Papademos Says He Will Remove Dissenters Because Default Would Bring Misery
Calendar – Exhibits, Concerts, Fun
- Lecture on Human Values by Academic Helene Glykatzi-Arhweiler February 8, 2012
- 3rd Annual Greek Shipping Forum to Be Held in Athens February 8, 2012
- 11th Athens Xclusive Designers Week in March February 7, 2012
- Australian Embassy in Athens Celebrates Australia Day February 4, 2012
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