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Air Arabia in June will launch non-stop flights connecting Athens, Greece, with Sharjah, the third largest emirate in the UAE.

Messinia hoteliers are urging authorities to accelerate procedures so that Kalamata Airport is modernized ahead of the tourism season.

A new “fast learning” program that will provide certification for tourist guides will begin on Crete in March, according to the Greek Tourism Ministry.

The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation into Lufthansa’s proposed acquisition of stake in ITA Airways.

Costa Navarino in Messinia, southwest Peloponnese, will begin its 2024 season in February, with more on offer for guests and villa owners than ever before.

Fraport Greece held a drill at Kefalonia Airport “Anna Pollatou” to test the effectiveness of its emergency response plan in the event of an aircraft accident.

Emirates will introduce an array of new vegan dishes onboard and in lounges, adding more selections to its “vegan vault”, which already includes 300 curated plant-based recipes.

Greece launched a historic initial public offering (IPO) for a 30% stake in Athens International Airport SA to run through to February 1.

United Airlines will launch a new daily nonstop seasonal service between Athens and Chicago as of May 24.

ACI Europe released the first-ever tool for airports on how to assist passengers with non-visible disabilities.

Starting in 2025, travelers booking flights online will have access to environmental impact data.

The Met inaugurated an exhibition featuring 161 ancient Greek artefacts from the Leonard N Stern Collection on loan from Greece.

A small group of Greece’s industry leading superyacht captains have joined forces to create the Hellenic Yacht Masters Club (HYMC) to advance the prospects of the country’s yachting industry.

Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty has been appointed chairman of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

The Neptune Luxury Resort on Kos has upgraded its offered luxury experience with new Superior twin rooms, each with a private pool.

The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has entered a new era with a new name and brand: “UN Tourism”.

ACI Europe presented a manifesto for EU transport policy aimed at enabling the decarbonization of aviation and keeping the sector competitive.

Germany’s leisure airline Eurowings is heading for summer 2024 with new routes to Crete, Zakynthos and Rhodes on its schedule.

The latest digital media campaign of the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization racked up thousands of views on social media.

Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens kicks off the “Always Grand” celebrations for its 150th anniversary with a unique audiovisual experience.