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Hard Rock International Brings Music To Madrid

Argophilia Travel News

With a presence spanning more than 74 countries, Hard Rock International announces the expansion of its hotel portfolio, with the opening of Hard Rock Hotel Madrid in 2019.

7 years ago

The Elos Chestnut Festival 2018 Coming October 21st

Aleksandr Shatskih

The annual Elos Chestnut Harvest and Festival is scheduled to take place October 21st, after last year’s cancellation on account of a local villager’s death. Organizers this year promise to make up for lost time with live music, folk dances, and plenty of raki and wine to go along with traditional chestnut recipes.

7 years ago

First Ever SwimRunHydra Runs November 16 Thru 18

Aleksandr Shatskih

The first-ever SwimRunHydra will be held from 16 to 18 November on the popular island of Hydra. The event is part of the TRIMORE Multisports TOUR and is co-organised by the Municipality of Hydra and Sailing Club of Hydra.

7 years ago

Aegean Airlines Announces Chania Hotel Partners

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Travelers who fly with Aegean Airlines can now earn award miles and free nights because of a partnership with 6 hotels and resorts in Chania.

7 years ago

Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki Sends Invite to All to Tennis Academy

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The Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki is inviting children and adults to join its Tennis Academy on the grounds of the five-star luxury resort.

7 years ago

Passengers Are Stranded as Another European Airline Collapses

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News that low-cost carrier Primera Air ceased operations as of Monday night comes as a shock to those who watched the small airline budding and expanding its reach across Europe last year.

7 years ago

Greece’s Sustainable Tourism: Which Way to the Future?

Phil Butler

he Greek Tourism Ministry and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) just announced increased cooperation for developing best practices for optimizing Greece’s booming tourism. But is their focus sustainable for the long term?

7 years ago

Prassin Aloga in Heraklion Has Heart and Gusto

Mihaela Lica Butler

Prassin Aloga is a creative Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Heraklion. The seasonal menu is inspired and the eatery is unpretentious and welcoming.

7 years ago

The UNWTO Has Selected Thessaloniki to Host the 8th International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism

Aleksandr Shatskih

The UNWTO Silk Road Programme announced this week the selection of Thessaloniki in Greece’s Macedonia region, as the site of the 8th UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism. Slated for October, the event will run from October 10-12 2018.

7 years ago

SiteMinder Aims to School Crete Hoteliers on Best Practices

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SiteMinder, a leading cloud platform for the global hotel industry, will travel to Crete to meet with local hoteliers and advise them on best practices in global distribution.

7 years ago

Last Chance: Enjoy the Rethymno Wine Week Finale

Phil Butler

All this week, September 23rd through 29th, the businesses and the Municipality of Rethymno are celebrating Rethymno Wine Week, a festival dedicated to Cretan wine and gastronomy. Winding up today and tomorrow, the events will culminate with more special menus and wine tastings for attendees.

7 years ago

Greece Ready for UNWTO Int’l Meeting on Silk Road Tourism

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Greece will be the first European country to host the UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism, a collaborative initiative designed to enhance sustainable tourism development along the historic Silk Road route.

7 years ago

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