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1st Health Travel International Conference 2023
2023-05-04 11:00 - 2023-05-05 19:00 (Europe/Athens)
The 1st Health Travel International Conference, taking place fully virtually on May 4th & 5th, 2023, organized by the Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine (ISPM), a private nonprofit organization. The Conference is under the auspices of the Greek Ministries of Health and Tourism and in partnership with the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels. The programme will cover three main thematic areas: Medical Tourism, Thermal/Spa Tourism & Wellness Tourism.
Approaching Health Tourism in Greece from an international perspective, the conference brings together high-level experts and scientists from 12 countries from all over the world, representing 27 International and 12 Greek institutions, organizations and companies, aiming to provide an essential forum for the exchange of experiences, good practices, innovation and mutual support.
Health travel is a global trend and Greece as the country of origin of Hippocrates and Asclepios aims to become a main destination exploiting its natural beauty and quality services. With well-trained health professionals, many thermal springs and exquisite hotel facilities, the Conference will attempt to showcase the innate qualities of the country with the contribution of national and international experts as well as representatives of national scientific, professional, and governmental organizations.
Stay updated with the full program and fill the Registration Form

The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is a communication sponsor of the 1st Health Travel International Conference 2023.

Adriatic Sea Forum 2023
2023-05-04 13:30 - 2023-05-05 16:00 (Europe/Rome) | Royal Hotel Ariston, Ul. kardinala Stepinca 31c, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia (Local Name: Hrvatska)
Adriatic Sea Forum, the international, itinerant forum dedicated to maritime tourism in the Adriatic Sea, is back for its sixth edition in Dubrovnik, May 4-5 2023.
Adriatic Sea Forum, thanks to its widely appreciated formula, is a crucial meeting point for all players with interests in the cruise, ferry and nautical areas and more generally in the tourism and maritime sectors,who operate partly or exclusively in the Adriatic. It is an opportunity for all those interested in the maritime and tourism sectors to update, create, share and spread information, projects, knowledge and relationships.
The 2023 edition of the Adriatic Sea Forum, organized by Rispote Turismo in partnership with the Dubrovnik Port Authority, will take place in Dubrovnik on Thursday the 4th and Friday the 5th of May at the Royal Ariston Hotel.
The event is dedicated to the analysis of numerous topics of interest for the cruise, ferry and nautical markets in the Adriatic area. Among them: the course of the tourist flows by sea, the developments and the perspectives of the market with a focus on sustainability, mobility and infrastructures, the challenges of the local operators in a sector populated by large multinational companies and the investments planned for the coming years. The forum provides a series of round tables, opportunities for discussion and debate for representatives of the major companies in the sector and individual interventions by market experts dedicated to the deepening of the topics scheduled. In the Forum’s opening phase, the new edition of the Adriatic Sea Tourism
The main point of Adriatic Sea Forum is to favour the promotion of the whole Adriatic area through fitting choices and strategies and to enhance the cooperation among 7 nations (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, Italy and Slovenia), 25 regions and more than 150 destinations on facing the Adriatic sea. This will widen business possibilities and provide useful results for all the operators involved in the sectors that are topic of this Forum.
Stay tuned and follow Adriatic Sea Forum on LinkedIn and Twitter channels to be always updated.

European Tourism Day 2023
2023-05-05 09:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Athens) | European Commission Charlemagne building (CHAR), Rue de la Loi 170, Bruxelles, 1000, Belgium
After five years, European Tourism Day is back!
This event will be an opportunity to take stock of the EU tourism policy in the context of the green and digital transition, to follow up on the Tourism Transition Pathway and share the best practices for its co-implementation. On this occasion, Thierry Breton, Commissioner for Internal Market, will exchange with tourism stakeholders in a dedicated opening debate.
The European Tourism Day will be a one-day, onsite high-level meeting with the possibility for additional audiences to follow via web streaming. The session will feature simultaneous interpretation in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
Since 2018, several challenges have confronted the EU tourism ecosystem, but it now has the tools to look forward towards 2030.
After a long and intense co-creation process, the transition pathway for tourism was published in February 2022 and was used as a basis for the European Tourism Agenda 2030, adopted by the Council last December.
On the occasion of European tourism Day 2023, the European Commission intends to organise

an orientation debate to discuss the resilience of the ecosystem
three roundtables, each focusing on different important aspects such as the twin transition and the upskilling of the workforce in the EU tourism ecosystem

The event will take place in Brussels on 5 May 2023.

Skiathos Palace Cup 2023
2023-05-05 11:00 - 2023-05-07 14:00 (Europe/Athens) | Koukounaries Bay, koukounaries beach, skiathos, Skiathos, 37002, Greece
The 6th edition of annual sailboat match racing event Skiathos Palace Cup returns on May 5-7 2023 and will take place in the waters off the island’s enchanting Koukounaries beach, a unique habitat, recently ranked first by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.
Since 2019, the Skiathos Palace Cup race is part of the Hellenic Match Racing Tour.
In 2019, The Skiathos Palace Cup was awarded the Sail Green or GO Home Award for its participation in the ecological action of Skiathos. It has also been designated as a “Clean Regatta” in the BRONZE category by Sailors For The Sea.
The event is organized by the Skiathos Nautical Club and the Region of Thessaly,with the Region of Thessaly under the auspices of the Municipality of Skiathos & the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping and the support of the Hellenic Sailing Federation and the Cultural Association “Skiathos, in collaboration with event management expert Trinity Events.

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TBEX Europe 2023 – Peloponnese
2023-05-08 08:00 - 2023-05-11 17:00 (Europe/London) | Grecotel Filoxenia Kalamata, Navarinou, Kalamata, 24100
TBEX Europe 2023 is going to welcome travel bloggers and travel industry professionals in Kalamata, Greece in May 8-10.
Travel Bloggers Exchange Europe (TBEX) is Europe’s largest gathering of travel bloggers, writers, new media content creators, and social media- savvy travel industry professionals , during which a series of meetings, educational seminars and presentations will take place.
As it is the world’s largest social travel community, hundreds of travel bloggers and creators will have the chance to exchange know-how and share insight on the latest trends in travel and blogging, while getting an introduction to the Peloponnese region’s tourist offerings.
The Kalamata event will include meetings, educational programs, presentations by leading industry professionals on storytelling, writing, photography, video creation, podcasting, and SEO; networking opportunities and familiarization trips throughout the Peloponnese.
Further information on the TBEX Europe 2023 conference can be found here: TBEX

No Finish Line Athens 2023
2023-05-10 09:30 - 2023-05-14 13:30 (Europe/Athens) | Olympic Athletic Center of Athens “Spiros Louis”, Kifisias 37, 15123, Greece
Το No Finish Line Athens, o μεγαλύτερος φιλανθρωπικός αγώνας στην Ελλάδα σε προσφορά, συμμετοχή και διάρκεια, μέλος της παγκόσμιας σειράς No Finish Line Global Series, επιστρέφει στην Αθήνα για 7η συνεχόμενη χρονιά από την Τετάρτη 10 Μαϊου έως την Κυριακή 14 Μαϊου 2023 στην Αγορά Καλατράβα του ΟΑΚΑ.
Η μοναδικότητα αλλά και ελκυστικότητα του αγώνα, είναι η ευκολία που παρέχει σε κάθε άτομο και κάθε ομάδα να συμμετέχει και να προσφέρει είτε περπατώντας είτε τρέχοντας, ανά πάσα ώρα και στιγμή της ημέρας και της νύχτας, χωρίς χρονικό και χιλιομετρικό περιορισμό, με απώτερο στόχο την καταγραφή χιλιομέτρων που μετατρέπονται σε χρήματα για την υλοποίηση προγραμμάτων από την Ένωση «Μαζί για το Παιδί».
Δικαίωμα συμμετοχής στο NFL Athens έχουν όλοι ανεξαιρέτως, ανεξαρτήτου ηλικίας ή φυσικής κατάστασης, που με μία και μόνο ατομική ή ομαδική εγγραφή μπορούν να περπατήσουν ή να τρέξουν όποια στιγμή της ημέρας ή της νύχτας θέλουν, για όσες φορές και όσες ημέρες θέλουν και για όση διάρκεια θέλουν.
Η εκκίνηση του 7ου NFL Athens θα δοθεί την Τετάρτη 10 Μαϊου 2023 ώρα 09:30 στην “Αγορά Καλατράβα” του ΟΑΚΑ (από την πλευρά του προπονητηρίου στίβου) και η λήξη του θα είναι μετά από 100 συνεχόμενες ώρες την Κυριακή 14 Μαϊου 2023 ώρα 13:30 στον ίδιο χώρο.

Maritime Trends Conference 2023
2023-05-13 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Athens) | Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso, Agiou Nikolaou 10, Vouliagmeni, Attica, 16671, Greece
After 3 years, Maritime Trends Conference, the landmark event of the maritime community, returns more relevant than ever. Navigate the new normal of the maritime world with a clear understanding of the crucial issues facing the global maritime community as the world economy is going through the “Next Normal” era.
Hosted by Marine Tours, the Maritime Trends Conference is a free-registration event, open to the executives of shipping organizations and dedicated to the empowerment of the maritime sector.
Important speakers from Greek and international academic community will honor with their presence the conference’s panel.
The conference’s 8th edition, titled “Trends in Crew Management”, aims to inform and educate the marine sector’s professional on the latest trends on human resources management, as well as the views’ exchange on the specific challenges in the dynamic and constantly changing environment of shipping.
Find here conference’s program in details.

IMEX Frankfurt 2023
2023-05-23 10:00 - 2023-05-25 16:30 (Europe/Berlin) | Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, Frankfurt, D-60327, Germany
Every year more and more meeting and event planners and marketing professionals visit IMEX Frankfurt, the world’s leading exhibition for meetings, incentive travel and event marketing.
IMEX in Frankfurt is the efficient, one-stop-shop for planners looking to book and organise worldwide meetings, events and incentive travel programmes. Run by meetings professionals for meetings professionals, we’re committed to providing outstanding business opportunities for exhibitors and buyers alike. And of course, the hallmark Hosted Buyer programme is at the core of the show.
Some 3,500 exhibitors/suppliers attend IMEX each year (including tourist boards, convention bureaus, international hotel chains, airlines and destination management companies). They’re poised to do business with the 9,000 visitors (including almost 4,000 hosted buyers), who attend during three energetic and very inspirational days.

Sea Days 2023
2023-05-24 08:00 - 2023-06-04 17:00 (Europe/Athens) | Piraeus, Piraeus
Sea Days are a unique opportunity for people of all ages to immerse themselves in the maritime culture and history of Piraeus, one of the oldest and most important ports in the Mediterranean. Visitors can expect a wide range of activities and events, such as exhibitions, concerts, workshops, and guided tours of the port and its historic landmarks.
So mark your calendars for the days from May 24th to June 4th and come experience an unforgettable time in Piraeus. Sea Days promise to be a celebration of maritime culture, history, and innovation, and we look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event.
Sea Days 2023 promises an unforgettable experience in Piraeus, celebrating the city’s maritime heritage and embracing cultural diversity. For more information and registration, visit the official event website at www.imeresthalassas.gr.

Syros Culture 2023
2023-05-26 17:30 - 2023-10-01 18:00 (Europe/Athens)
The cultural program of the Municipality of Syros – Ermoupolis hosts great musical and theatrical performances, exhibitions of renowned artists, various artistic events, dynamic concerts and internationally renowned festivals.
A total of 19 festivals are to be held in Syros in 2023 during May to October as part of the Syros Culture 2023 programme of events
May 26-28 ● 1st Documenting Heritage Festival
June 9-11 ● 4th Hermoupolis International Choir Festival
June 29 – July 2 ● 5th Traditional Dance Festival «Syrianopato»
June 30 – July 2 ● 6th International Argentine Tango Festival
July 6-10 ● 29th Hermoupolis Guitar Festival
July 8- 21 ● 10th International Dance and Performing Arts Festival
July 12-16 ● “Syroskids”
July 13-27 ● 17th International Festival of Aegean
July 26-30 ● 10th “Eye’s Walk” Digital Festival
July 28-31 ● 11th Syros International Film Festival
August 5 ● 14th Hermoupolis Indie Rock Festival
August 11-19 ● 19th International Classical music Festival of Cyclades
August 21-26 ● 7th “Ano” International Organ Festival
August 29 – September 2 ● 7th Festival Rebetiko “Syra of Markos Vamvakaris”
September 8-10 ● 7th “Stray Art” Festival
September 15-17 ● 11th Syros Jazz Festival
September 26 – October 1 ● AnimaSyros 16.0 International Animation Festival & Market

The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is a media sponsor for Syros Culture 2023.

Elafonisos Eco Week 2023
2023-05-29 10:00 - 2023-06-03 20:00 (Europe/Athens) | Elafonisos Resort, Elafonisos, 23053, Greece
The 6th Elafonisos Eco Week event, organized by the Elafonisos Ecological Association and dedicated to promoting sustainable development and environmental conservation on the captivating island of Elafonisos. From May 29th to June 4th, join for a week filled with inspiration, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative action to shape a greener and more sustainable future.
This year’s event will be honoured by the presence of Prince Albert II of Monaco, who will be the guest of honour of the event. The well-known and warm environmental action of Prince Albert II is expected to significantly enhance this year’s Elafonisos Eco Week.
The visit of Prince Albert II of Monaco is supported by the Consulate of Monaco in Greece.
The event will include a number of activities, such as the Symposium on Eco-Sustainability, the Sustainable Development Summit and the Eco-Art Exhibition. The Ecological Sustainability Symposium will bring together local stakeholders, academics, artists, business people, entrepreneurs, officials and all those interested in finding solutions that promote the protection of the environment and endangered ecosystems, such as those of the islands. The Sustainable Development Summit is a meeting of local authorities, public authorities, associations and other stakeholders who will commit themselves to taking measures to protect the environment in a public ceremony.
Eco Week will also include an Eco-Gastronomy event, where food entrepreneurs will present sustainability-based options. In parallel, the 2nd Eco Mayors’ Summit will take place, where mayors from different regions of Greece will share the results of their past sustainability actions and present their future plans. The Ecological Art Exhibition is an experimental space where ecological concerns are expressed through art.
Elafonisos Eco Week fosters networking opportunities that transcend boundaries and nurture fruitful collaborations. Engage in meaningful conversations, exchange ideas, and forge connections with like-minded individuals, organizations, and environmental enthusiasts. Amplify your impact and work towards a sustainable future for Elafonisos and beyond.
You can also follow the Symposium from home: Find out how here

Travel Meet Asia 2023
2023-06-07 09:30 - 2023-06-08 18:00 (Asia/Singapore) | TBA
The Travel Meet Asia (TMA) was launched by Messe Berlin (Singapore) in 2019 at regional locations within Asia. Originally organised as conference and networking event, TMA had since expanded to a B2B trade show with exhibitions, conference and networking opportunities for the travel trade.
The Travel Meet Asia brings forth opportunities for buyers and sellers to unlock key potentials in specific source markets or regions. The upcoming trade show will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 7-8 June 2023.
It will welcome local and international buyers from the Leisure, MICE and Corporate sectors. Join for two full days of business meetings with key buyers/partners and outstanding conferences that gather leading brands in the industry!

For more figures and facts of TMA visit the official website www.travelmeetasia.com

ITE Hong Kong
2023-06-15 10:00 - 2023-06-18 17:00 (Asia/Hong_Kong) | Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), 1, Expo Drive, Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong, Japan
Held physically in pandemic years of 2021 and 2022, ITE Hong Kong reconnect early multi-national exhibitors, trade and public visitors boosting tourism recovery!
Strongly supported by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China, the annual ITE is Hong Kong’s only travel fair, next to be held from June 15 to 18, 2023 at Halls 1 Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Hong Kong, from September 26, scrap hotel quarantine and only require international arrivals to take PCR test at airport, who then can take public transport to home or hotel; if the PCR test is negative then self-monitor for three days during which can go to work but not to bar nor restaurant.
The above, which was officially announced on September 23, immediately boost the city’s outbound.Thus, ITE 2023 good timing for tapping into the recovering outbound markets of Hong Kong and more!
Pre-pandemic, ITE drew over 2000 buyers and trade visitors from neighboring cities and attended also by around 1500 buyers and trade visitors from other provinces of China and other parts of Asia. In fact, ITE is Hong Kong’s only and Asia’s major outbound travel fair.
Attending ITE 2022 were 2752 trade visitors from locally and 31098 public visitors, respectively up 8,2% and 14,7% over 2021, and about 38% and 42% of 2019. Its first 1,5 days only admitted registered trade visitors, and visitors paid for admission in remaining 2,5 days.
The ITE2022 public visitor survey, which collected online 3344 replies, found 55% will increase travel budget for the coming year while 35% uncertain; and 7% respondents will travel abroad within 1 month, 21% within 3 months and 44% within 6 months. Collaboratively, media reported ITE2022 exhibitors receive 10 times more serious enquiries, believe many in Hong Kong can (afford) and have strong travel interest. While Northeast Asia remain top choice, significantly, 23% survey respondents picked Europe and North America among preferred post pandemic destinations.
ITE Hong Kong 2023, which comprise of the 37th ITE (Leisure) & the 18th ITE MICE, will be held from June 15 to 18, 2023 at Halls 1 of the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, with the first 1,5 days for B2B and remaining 2,5 days B2C.

ILTM Asia Pacific 2023
2023-06-19 16:30 - 2023-06-22 23:30 (Asia/Singapore) | Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore, 018956, Singapore
ILTM Asia is the leading “by invitation only” event for the luxury travel community of the Asia Pacific. The event introduces buyers working in the region to an unrivalled collection of travel experiences from across the globe.
ILTM Asia opens the doors to the Asia Pacific community of the luxury travel industry in a time-efficient format; introducing select international suppliers to exclusive Asia Pacific buyers through bespoke appointment programmes and networking sessions. ILTM Asia is the solution to growing your business across precise, lucrative markets. Four days of high-quality pre-scheduled appointments, educational sessions, networking, parties and invaluable exposure sum up the ILTM Asia Pacific experience.

The Asia Pacific is far more than just China; from Australia to Korea, Bangladesh to New Zealand, the increasing depth and diversity of the region is clear. The highest-end suppliers, buyers and media in the new world of APAC luxury travel gather in Singapore to create exciting new itineraries, do business and build lifelong bonds.

Contact details:
Telephone: +44 20 82712172

Romance travel Forum 2023
2023-06-25 12:00 - 2023-06-29 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen, Carr. Cancún - Tulum Km 294,, Playa del Carmen, 77710, Mexico
Romance Travel Forum, the leading travel professional event dedicated to destination weddings, honeymoons and other romantic milestones celebrated with travel will take place during June 25-29 at Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Immerse yourself in the world of travel and connect with the industry’s leading professionals at the Romance Travel Forum(RTF). RTF connects travel sellers from North America with a global base of romance focused travel experiences, business resources and more. This limited space B2B leisure travel agency focused program will provide delegates with a 360 degree approach to networking, education, immersion and business opportunities
The Romance Travel Forum offers:
– Collaborative peer-to-peer discussions focused on topics relevant to your destination wedding, honeymoon and romantic getaway business.
– Product and destination training to support your sales power
– Unique and experiential networking functions
– A Showcase with dedicated one-to-one meetings and open engagement times allowing you to expand your product knowledge while building supplier relationships
– Hands-on destination experiences, such as, activities, site inspections, familiarization itineraries and more!

TTF Kolkata 2023
2023-07-14 10:00 - 2023-07-16 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, G9WW+2H2, Near Trade Fair Grounds, West Bengal, Kolkata, 700105
TTF is India’s largest travel trade show network. Since 1989, it provides an annual marketing platform and the opportunity to network with the travel trade in all major cities.
The regional circuit of the TTF branded shows covering 9 major cities in India culminates into the grand finale – OTM, India’s biggest travel trade show in India on the basis of number of sellers, buyers and rented area.
More than 2,500 exhibitors from 80 Countries and 36 Indian States / Union Territories have participated to TTF and OTM branded shows.
Outbound Village@TTF is designed to highlight the International destinations, who are interested in promoting directly in strong regional markets in India.
TechForum@TTF is the only specialised showcase of its kind in India, focusing on Technology, E-commerce Systems & Software for the travel industry. It’s also a networking platform to discuss challenges, evaluate technology needs, source latest technologies and launch new technology products.
The city of Kolkata will host the third stop of the TTF 2023 events’ series during 14-16 July, at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan

TTF Hyderabad 2023
2023-08-02 10:00 - 2023-08-03 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Hyderabad International Convention Centre, Novotel Hotel Road, Hyderabad, 500081, India
TTF is India’s largest travel trade show network. Since 1989, it provides an annual marketing platform and the opportunity to network with the travel trade in all major cities. The regional circuit of the TTF branded shows covering 9 major cities in India culminates into the grand finale – OTM, India’s biggest travel trade show in India on the basis of number of sellers, buyers and rented area.
More than 2,500 exhibitors from 80 Countries and 36 Indian States / Union Territories have participated to TTF and OTM branded shows.
Outbound Village@TTF is designed to highlight the International destinations, who are interested in promoting directly in strong regional markets in India.
TechForum@TTF is the only specialised showcase of its kind in India, focusing on Technology, E-commerce Systems & Software for the travel industry. It’s also a networking platform to discuss challenges, evaluate technology needs, source latest technologies and launch new technology products.
Fourth stop will be the city of Hyderabad, where TTF will be held on 2 & 3 August, at Hyderabad International Convention Centre.

Aegean Regatta 2023
2023-08-19 08:30 - 2023-08-26 20:00 (Europe/Athens) | Eastern Aegean
The Aegean Regatta 2023 the established sailing race that is an institution for the nautical sports of Greece and has a prominent place in the hearts of sailors and residents of the Aegean Sea, will be held this year, for the 22nd time, from 19-26 August, centred on the maritime region of the Eastern Aegean.
The Aegean Regatta takes place annually since 2001 and is the leading regatta in the Aegean Sea. But what exactly is a regatta? It is a series of boat races mostly with sailing boats that last for a few days and are often surrounded by other events.
The routs of the Aegean Regatta change every year. The regatta is not just about winning a prize. It is also about seeing different places, attracting visitors and simply to enjoy this beautiful sport. This years route starts from Lesvos island at Molivos and sailors will travel to the islands of Psara, Chios, Oinousses and back to Chios island for the closing ceremony.
The Aegean Regatta 2023 is organized by the General Secretariat for the Aegean and Island Policy, in co-operation with the Hellenic Sailing Federation / Hellenic Offshore Committee (H.S.F / H.O.C.) and the following Clubs: Offshore Yachting Club of Rhodes, Mytilene Sailing Club, Offshore Racing Club of Lesvos, Nautical Club of Chios, Nautical Club of Samos and the coordinator for 2023, PEKEV Chios.
Follow the Regatta’s Facebook page and stay updated with all the latest news.

TTF Ahmedabad 2023
2023-08-23 10:00 - 2023-08-25 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | TBA
TTF is India’s largest travel trade show network. Since 1989, it provides an annual marketing platform and the opportunity to network with the travel trade in all major cities.
The regional circuit of the TTF branded shows covering 9 major cities in India culminates into the grand finale – OTM, India’s biggest travel trade show in India on the basis of number of sellers, buyers and rented area.
More than 2,500 exhibitors from 80 Countries and 36 Indian States / Union Territories have participated to TTF and OTM branded shows.
Outbound Village@TTF is designed to highlight the International destinations, who are interested in promoting directly in strong regional markets in India.
TechForum@TTF is the only specialised showcase of its kind in India, focusing on Technology, E-commerce Systems & Software for the travel industry. It’s also a networking platform to discuss challenges, evaluate technology needs, source latest technologies and launch new technology products.
The city of Ahmedabad will host the fifth stop of the TTF 2023 events series during 23rd-25th August.

Athens Flying Week 2023
2023-09-02 08:00 - 2023-09-03 17:00 (Europe/Athens) | Tanagra Air Force Base, Tanagra, Viotia, 32009, Greece
The greatest air show of Greece, Athens Flying Week (AFW) Tanagra International Air Show 2023, with more than 500.000 loyal fans from around the world, returns for the 11th year, and takes off once again from the Tanagra Air Base, on 2 and 3 September 2023!
Are you ready to take off ?
At the Tanagra Airport, you will have an exciting and unique experience, with the opportunity to:

Witness the most famous aircraft’s takeoffs and landings.
Enjoy a spectacular Air Show.
Take pictures with the planes, helicopters, and pilots at the largest static aircraft exhibition in recent years.
Participate in aeromodelling demonstrations.
Enjoy quick and easy access to the show’s main area with FREE parking
Explore the trade fair and splurge on unique purchases.
Learn about the various types of aviation training from aviation schools and aeroclubs.
Take a break and grab a bite to eat in the fully equipped shaded restaurants.
Enjoy full visual access to the large screens installed around the airport.

Stay tuned on www.athensflyingweek.gr. Follow Athens Flying Week on facebook and on instagram

Greek Maritime Golf Event 2023
2023-09-07 - 2023-09-10 | The Dunes Course & The Bay Course – Costa Navarino, Navarino, Messinia, 24001, Greece
The successful golf tournament Greek Maritime Golf Event, which is addressed exclusively to the shipping community, will return for its 9th year at Costa Navarino, Messinia on September 7-10, 2023, attracting the interest of Greek and global industry elite, enabling distinguished shipping executives to form teams of four and compete in the two 18-hole signature courses The Dunes Course and The Bay Course among hundreds of olive trees years, overlooking the Ionian Sea and the historic bay of Navarino.
A first class, 18-hole golf tournament that brings passionate golfers of the Greek and International maritime industry. 80 leading executives of the maritime industry form teams of 4 players with a maximum participation of 20 teams, by invitation.
No professional golfers will be allowed to participate in the event.
Socialize and stay up to date by following event’s official pages on facebook, instagram and twitter.

87th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF)
2023-09-09 10:00 - 2023-09-17 20:00 (Europe/Athens) | Helexpo – Thessaloniki International Exhibition Centre, Egnatia 154, Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, 54636, Greece
Thessaloniki International Fair is an institution; an established exhibition event that is integrally linked to the history of Greece’s economic and cultural growth.
To this day, since its foundation in 1926, it reflects the momentum and trends of domestic and international entrepreneurship. At the same time, during a 9-day celebration, it hosts and organizes several entertainment events for all ages.
Besides all else, TIF is the annual meeting point of Greece’s given political leadership with its citizens, aiming to inform them about its political and economic agenda for the upcoming year.

Global Travel Marketplace 2023 - London
2023-09-12 10:00 - 2023-09-14 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul’s, 10 Godliman St, London, EC4V 5AJ, United Kingdom
Global Travel Marketplace will return on 12-14 September at Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul’s to welcome international travel associations, communities and their partners to participate in one-to-one meetings with senior buyers.
Travel is all about sensations and there is no substitute for seeing, feeling or tasting what the world has to offer. Global Travel Marketplace does just that by bringing the world to London through unique destination experiences. Attendees are encouraged to hold their meetings at the experiences so they can build memories and create long lasting, meaningful business relationships.
Global Travel Marketplace brings together communities from across the travel sector. From destination focused associations to medical tourism, student travel and LGBTQ+, Global Travel Marketplace celebrates the diversity of the industry and brings the industry together so we can learn from one another’s perspectives. The Marketplace is also a platform for all delegates have their voice heard and collaborate as one industry through moderated workshops, insight sessions, networking lunches and dinners.
The event was launched by Jacobs Media Group in 2021 to support the recovery and resurgence of the travel industry. Bringing together decision-makers from across the globe, the new travel trade event offers senior delegates the opportunity to network, do business, cooperate through tourism and expand opportunities.

2nd Aegean Messinia Pro-Am
2023-09-13 08:00 - 2023-09-17 17:00 (Europe/Athens) | The Dunes Course & The Bay Course – Costa Navarino, Navarino, Messinia, 24001, Greece
Costa Navarino is set to welcome the 2nd Aegean Messinia Pro-Am this autumn, headlining the golfing calendar at the Mediterranean’s sustainably-driven destination. After last year’s successful debut, the second edition of the international event will take place from September 13-17.
The 54-hole event will take place across three of Costa Navarino’s four signature 18-hole golf courses –The Dunes Course, The Bay Course and the International Olympic Academy Golf Course, named as the ‘World’s Best New Golf Course’ at the 2022 World Golf Awards. Set amidst a lush landscape with centuries-old olive trees and verdant hills, each course offers a different challenge, while its development and operation are aligned with the destination’s sustainable practices.
Players and guests can choose among the ultra-luxury Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino which opens this summer, the recently-opened vibrant W Costa Navarino, as well as the authentic luxury setting of The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort for their accommodation, with a range of four, five and seven- night pro-am tournament packages.
Sanctioned by the Confederation of Professional Golf and supported by the Hellenic Golf Federation and the PGA of Greece, the Aegean Messinia Pro-Am will feature a maximum of 75 teams, with each team comprising of one professional and three amateurs. The tournament’s total prize fund will reach €70,000.
Offering the opportunity to compete for an array of top individual and team prizes, the four-day event will also showcase a rich and engaging program of social events, featuring the new buzzing open marketplace Navarino Agora, which opens this summer.
Team registration for the 2023 Aegean Messinia Pro-Am is now open and is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information on packages and to book, please visit http://www.aegeanmessiniaproam.com . AEGEAN Airlines is offering special airline ticket prices for the tournament’s participants and complimentary air tickets (save taxes) to the participating professionals.

ibtm Americas 2023
2023-09-13 11:00 - 2023-09-14 19:00 (America/Mexico_City) | Centro Citibanamex, Conscripto 311. Colonia Lomas de Sotelo, Mexico City, 11200, Mexico
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Attica Gaia Festival 2023 – New Thesmoforia
2023-09-16 09:00 - 2023-09-24 18:00 (Europe/Athens)
From 16 to 24 September, you can be part of Attica Gaia Festival 2023 – New Thesmoforia in 7 unique events with a common reference to the culture and the fertile land of Attica. A celebration of the Attica Land, a meeting point between culture, tourism and the primary sector, is organized in Attica, on the initiative of the Region of Attica, under the auspices of the Hellenic Tourism Organization.
Starting with the promotion of Thesmoforia, the Attica Gaia Festival 2023 – New Thesmoforia comes to build a meeting point for the land of Attica and its products, the natural environment, the history and the rich cultural heritage. With a focus on community empowerment and sustainable development, the Festival brings together locals and visitors in a harmonious celebration of Attica Earth’s past, present and future.
Through innovative actions, traditional events and modern digital experiences, the “Attica Gaia Festival | New Thesmoforia ” is a driving force for promoting the best of Attica to the world.
Events to highlight the Attica Land and its agri-food products, experiential education actions of an environmental and agri-food nature, as well as actions to highlight the cultural heritage of Attica. Educational and experiential workshops at the Antonis Tritsis Park, cultural events of traditional dances at the Fertilizers Multipurpose Hall of the Municipality of Keratsini-Drapetsona, musical-theatrical performances at the Attica Grove Theatre “Katina Paxinou”, Gastronomic events, modern mixologist tasting experiences will highlight the culinary wealth of Attica & its connection with culture. See all the Festival Events Here
A cultural & gastronomic journey not to be missed!

2nd Mykonos Running Festival - 2023
2023-09-22 09:00 - 2023-09-24 17:00 (Europe/Athens) | Mykonos town, Mykonos, Cyclades, 84600, Greece
Based on major sporting events’ standards, Mykonos Running Festival will be a multi-day experience.
Mykonos Running Festival will also provide significant opportunities for commercial development as well as important promotional actions for its partners and sponsors.

The festival will provide both the participants and the local community with high quality tourism opportunities, new trade connections and promotional actions for its partners and sponsorss well.
In conjunction with the main running events, Mykonos Running Festival will be supported by various happenings of environmental, cultural and social responsibility importance.
The festival’s program is spread out in three races: the Half Marathon Mykonos Gold, the 10km Mykonos Run and the 2,5km Mykonos Family Fun. Parallel events include a Kids Athletics program, a concert, a beach party, a festival of traditional products and a business forum.
Open to athletes of all ages and categories as well as to people with disabilities, the 2st Mykonos Running Festival will take place in accordance with the regulations of the World Athletics on certified routes and in line with the health protocols announced by Greek authorities.

Mykonos Running Festival is organized by the Mykonos Municipality and the MEAS Triton sports federation.

Olympia Forum IV
2023-09-22 10:00 - 2023-09-24 15:00 (Europe/Athens) | International Olympic Academy., Ancient Olympia, 27065
The Olympia Forum – organized by the Delphi Economic Forum and PATRIS newspaper – is the unique conference in Greece, dedicated exclusively to empowering cities and regions and has become over the years, an influential common meeting place and exchange of good practices for the challenges of the Regional Development on a National and European level.
The Olympia Forum IV, will take place on September 22-24, 2023 at the International Olympic Academy.
The International Olympia Forum is the only conference in Greece dedicated exclusively to city empowerment. At the same time, it has become over the years a common place for meeting and exchanging good practices on the challenges of Regional Development at national and European level.

5th Brevet Philippi - 2023
2023-09-23 09:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Athens) | Archaeological Site of Philippi, NR Drama - Kavala, 64003, Greece
Brevet Philippi is an annual event organized by local cycling and civil society organizations, within the historical plain of Philippi Park region. It follows the development rules on cycling tourism set by the Brevet Randonneurs Mondiaux και Audax Club Parissien and is supervized by the Brevet Randonneurs Greece. Brevet Philippi is a 210 km historical route, passing through more than 20 local villages and the Municipalities of Kavala, Drama, Doxato, Prosotsani, Nea Zichni and Amphipolis
This cycling route unites some very important cultural, agricultural and environmental places, of which the most famous are the Archeological site of Philippi (Unesco World Heritage site), the Valley of Philippi and the Archaeological site of Amphipolis. The Brevet Philippi event aims to promote the Roman Battle of Philippi that took place at 42 b.C and was so important that changed the history of Democracy within Europe and the World.
The Brevet Philippi is an ambitious effort with international development goals around the Balkan and European countries, attracting visitors with sports and cultural interest and with an initial interest in cycling but also in other sports and cultural products. The products and services of the region are promoted through the mantle of culture and sport. During the event, local products are promoted, tourism and activities are provided by local gastronomy, tourism and entertainment businesses. Local communities participate and the cultural and environmental monuments of the wider region are dynamically promoted.
Find out more about this year’s Brevet Philippi here.

Ioannina Lake Run - 2023
2023-09-23 10:00 - 2023-09-24 13:00 (Europe/Athens) | Mavili Square, Molos, Ioannina, 45444, Greece
Τhe Ioannina Lake Run is preparing to welcome for the 17th consecutive year runners from Greece and abroad, who will want to live the unique experience of running and walking next to Lake Pamvotida. The Ioannina Lake Run 2023 will take place on the weekend of 23-24 September.
The programme includes the 30km “Tour of the Lake”, the 30km dynamic walking race, the 5 & 10km races, while shorter distances with children’s races and fun are also being held.
The race is organized by “Poseidon Ioannina” and “LIMNI”.
