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A school for tourist guides will open next year in the city of Thessaloniki in northern Greece, according to the Greek Tourism Ministry.

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) and Aegean Airlines launched a new video campaign promoting Athens and Thessaloniki as city break destinations.

EU legislation safeguarding passenger rights is considered a success, but securing compensation remains a struggle, according to the Association of Passenger Rights Advocates (APRA).

The Peloponnese Tourism Organization has listed a number of ways to boost the promotion of religious tourism in the Peloponnese.

Caldera Yachting received the silver award in the “Best in Luxury” category at the 2018 International Travel and Tourism Awards, which was held at WTM London.

Musicians from China are exploring Greece through a unique cultural journey as part of the “2018 Meet Greece Music Journey” initiative.

An increased number of Europeans visited Greece last year for their holidays, stayed longer and 93 percent booked in advance, according to a new study released by INSETE.

Investment in tourism technology was discussed between government officials and private sector entrepreneurs during WTM 2018 London.

An amendment to the current law regarding the golden visa program in Greece is expected in the coming period.

The Greek transport ministry is calling for Urban Rail Transport Company STASY to reinstate a metro route that takes commuters directly to the Athens Airport.

The Culture Ministry has managed to save 17 traditional Greek boats from demolition, citing their importance as examples of cultural heritage.

Ryanair has announced the launch of two new routes from Heraklion, Crete, to Bergamo and Malpensa in Milan, as part of its 2019 summer schedule.

The Divani Caravel hotel has opened the new JuJu Bar & Restaurant, aiming to offer Athens’ residents and visitors the best culinary experience in a unique environment.

The tumbling Turkish lira has taken a toll on tourism flows from the neighboring country of Turkey into Northern Greece, local tour operators say.

A memorandum of cooperation for the protection and conservation of Rhodes’ Medieval City was recently signed between ministry and local officials.

There are currently 21 Greek airlines in operation with a fleet of 485 aircraft, according to Greece’s Civil Aviation Authority.

The potential of silver tourism as a way to extend the season in Greece will be discussed during the 34th Philoxenia expo on November 10 in Thessaloniki.

Greek wine producers and their cellars will be open to the wine-loving public on Sunday, November 11, marking European Wine Tourism Day.

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura, during WTM London 2018, shared Greece’s best practices and actions implemented to overcome challenges and achieve tourism growth.