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Demand for international tourism remained strong in the first four months of 2014 according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. International tourist arrivals worldwide grew by five percent.

As of May 2015, TUIfly airline will launch six new routes connecting Germany and Austria to the Greek destinations of Heraklio, Rhodes, Araxos, Kos, Corfu and Chania.

Ten Greek islands are among the most popular in the world for vacation this summer, according to a list compiled by hotel comparison website Trivago.

Germanwings and Amadeus recently announced a new agreement that will enable the airline to distribute all of its published fares and the most demanded ancillary services in the travel agency …

This year is a special year for Greek company Mideast Travel as it has recorded its greatest growth rate in its 30 years of history, after achieving multiple accomplishments in …

George Antonaros was recently appointed as the new general manager of Top Kinisis Hellas, one of the most prominent tourism organizations in Cyprus.

Turkish Airlines scored a resounding success at the 2014 Skytrax World Airline Awards, with air travelers voting the airline as the “Best Airline in Europe” for the fourth year in …

Air New Zealand’s first Boeing 787-9 aircraft recently landed in Auckland following a successful delivery flight from Seattle.

The Greek Tourism Ministry wants to strengthen its cooperation with the country’s regions and municipalities during the tourism season.

Tinos in Greece is expected to be one of the first of the Cyclades island group to welcome seaplanes, as waterway facilities are on their way towards construction at the …

The UNWTO is deeply shocked by the tragic crash of Malaysia Airline flight MH17. On behalf of the international tourism community, UNWTO conveys its heartfelt condolences to the families and …

Greek carrier Aegean Airlines was titled as the Best Regional Airline in Europe at the 2014 World Airline Awards held during the Farnborough International Airshow 2014.

Greek-owned small-ship cruise line Variety Cruises has launched a partnership with international hotel chain Robinson Club, a brand that belongs to leading international tour operator TUI.

A new service has launched in Greece that aims to guarantee a carefree family holiday for families with babies and young children.

Popular online travel site Tripadvisor, has awarded the Melia Athens hotel, member of Melia Hotels International, with GreenPartner status in its “Green Leaders” program.

Sabre Corporation, a global provider of technology to the travel and tourism industry, has appointed Pantelis Konstantaras as head of sales for Sabre Travel Network in Greece.

Emirates recently announced that it will introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and Johannesburg effective 26 October 2014, lifting to seven the number of daily flights to South Africa.

The Greek Tourism Ministry is exploring ways to develop thematic forms of tourism in Greece’s northern city of Thessaloniki.

The Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE) has announced a strategic partnership with online reputation and social media analytics provider for the hotel industry ReviewPro.

Residents of Greece had the highest share of domestic trips in 2012, along with the residents of Romania and Spain, according to Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.