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The number of inbound visitors to Greece in 2017 increased more than 27 million, according to the Bank of Greece.

The period for public deliberation of the master plan for the revamp of the Piraeus Port has received a 10-day extension.

Greece’s current account recorded a deficit of 1.5 billion euros in 2017 down by 418 million euros year-on-year, with travel receipts slightly increasing.

A headless statue believed to be of ancient goddess Aphrodite was discovered during construction work for the metro station in Thessaloniki.

In efforts to safeguard the marine environment, the South Aegean Region will work with the UN, promoting actions within its Clean Seas campaign.

Travelport has announced new products that enable airlines and travel agents in the IATA New Distribution Capability (NDC) era.

EasyJet will add new Greek destinations to its summer 2018 schedule through flights connecting Crete with Lyon and Nice and Venice with Corfu.

The Air France office in Greece has given an update regarding flight cancellations due to a strike called by the airline’s worker unions.

The Galaxy Hotel Iraklio on Crete has launched its new “PURE Wellness Rooms”, offering guests a complete hospitality experience based on innovative cleanliness technology.

Royal Caribbean Cruises has become a member of the Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association (HELMEPA) and registered 12 cruise ships under its management.

Telecoms company Vodafone announced the test runs of a new drone-tracking technology aimed at ensuring safer air travel.

Interested parties that apply for Glion and GEM’s dual-degree MBA-MSc in Hospitality before May 31, 2018, will receive an early bird special discount.

Η τελετή απονομής των Greek Hospitality Awards 2018 θα πραγματοποιηθεί την Παρασκευή 23 Φεβρουαρίου στο Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso.

Increasing tourist flows are breathing life into the Greek hotel sector which recorded stronger revenues in 2017, according to a survey by ICAP Group.

The Hellinikon investment project, set to be developed at the former Athens airport, is still hinging on the approval of the Council of State.

Foreign real estate agencies are aiming to get a bite out of Greece’s booming market by offering their services to buyers seeking for properties in Athens and other destinations.

A village on the North Aegean island of Agios Efstratios is set to be restored 50 years after a fatal earthquake struck, destroying more than 2,000 buildings.

The Region of Crete will promote its alternative tourism forms at the “f.re.e 2018” travel and leisure fair in Munich, during February 21-25.

Wyndham Hotel Group has appointed Dimitris Manikis to the role of president and managing director for Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa.

Istion Yachting recently introduced its new member, the YachtHop, which aims to offer unique innovative sailing experiences to travelers.