The European airport association ACI Europe has blamed a spate of airline failures in September for “softening” growth in air traffic.
Cyprus and Israel to Join Forces on East Mediterranean Cruises
Cyprus is engaging with Israeli authorities to promote the eastern Mediterranean as a prime cruise line holiday destination.
Xenia 2019 Expo Comes to Athens November 23-25
November 23rd through November 25th, the Xenia 2019 exhibition welcomes professionals from the hotel and wider hospitality industry.
Crete Gets Tourism Ministry Support for Special Interest Travel Segment
Greece’s Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has offered support for the Region of Crete to develop special interest tourism products.
Thomas Cook Germany Now Dead: Hundreds of Thousands Affected
Thomas Cook GmbH has announced having canceled all trips for 2020 leaving some 660,000 customers and 2,100 employees affected.
Greece Weather Service Warns of Severe Thunderstorms
The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS) has a severe thunderstorm warning in effect for western Crete this morning.
Russia’s S7 Airlines Creates Moscow to Heraklion Service for 2020
S7 Airlines will begin flights from Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport to Heraklion, Crete beginning in the Summer of 2020.
Infinity Suites & Dana Villas Creates Special Winter Offer
Inity Suites & Dana Villas in Firostefani has created a unique special late season offer for guests seeking Santorini sunsets.
Crete Island Officials Issue Flood Warning as Precaution
The Region of Crete is advising residents and visitors to exercise extreme caution on Friday, as weather forecasts warn of powerful storms.
Alltours Expands on 2020 Greece Holiday Offerings
Austrian tour operator Alltours has expanded its summer 2020 Greece programs adding airline seats and hotel options to meet rising demand.
Euromonitor Says Travel Industry Sales Will Approach $3 Trillion by 2024
The global travel industry is expected to reach close to USD3 trillion and grow by 3.3% by 2024, according to Euromonitor.
Greece’s Yachting & Leisure Boat Sector Sees Steady Growth
According to a new study by research services firm ICAP, Greece’s yachting market grew significantly during the 2014-2018 period.
Tourism Minister Haris Theoharis Lays Out Ten-Year Plan
Tourism Minister Haris Theocharis previews ten-year plan for tourism in Greece focused on quality, sustainability and authenticity.
Elounda Hills Luxury Resort a Step Closer to Reality
Elounda Hills, a €410 million euro tourism project outside Agios Nikolaos on Crete, is one step closer to reality after a joint-ministerial decision was signed this week. According to the news, once the plans are approved by the Council of State, Mirum Hellas can begin construction on the ambitious project. The five-star luxury retreat will reportedly include a 200-bed hotel, which will […]
Fosun Acquires Thomas Cook’s Brand for £11 Million Pounds
Chinese conglomerate Fosun is expected to acquire the Thomas Cook brand, as well as the Casa Cook and Cook’s Club hotels.