Destinations

Greece’s Prime Minister Antonis Samaras expressed the government’s strong will in assisting the Ionian island of Kefalonia to return to normality following a recent 5.9 Richter earthquake.

The seven regional units that comprise the Greek destination of the Peloponnese have teamed up with the region’s hotel associations to show Greek and foreign tourists that the destination is not only unique but also united.

The Greek Ministry of Merchant Marine has agreed to authorize the launch of an inner-city ferry service between Thessaloniki and key points of its coastal area as a pilot scheme.

In the aftermath of the large-scale earthquake (5.9-Richter) that rocked Kefalonia Island on Sunday 26 January, the Hellenic Federation of Hoteliers sent a message of sympathy to those who are going through difficult times.

The Mount Athos Area Organization recently gave tips on the idea of the perfect wedding ceremony at the Athos Region in Halkidiki, during the Balkanica Wedding Expo held in Sofia, Bulgaria.

The Municipality of Hersonissos has released a promo video that highlights the cultural and traditional side of Malia, otherwise known as the party capital of Crete.

The Dutch are making a comeback to Halkidiki in Northern Greece after many years of absence, according to the several hundreds of bookings made to the destination during the Vakantiebeurs Tourism and Leisure Fair that took place recently in Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Mickey Mouse and friends, along with some 3,500 passengers of the Disney Magic cruise ship, are expected to stop and visit the Greek mainland and islands this summer.

Thessaloniki may have high visitor satisfaction ratings but the Greek Northern city is lagging behind in occupancy and average room rates compared with 26 other European cities.

Low-cost airline carrier easyJet has launched two new direct flights from Rome, Italy, to Greek destinations.