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Aiolos Kenteris High Speed Ferry Auction Draws Zero Bids

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In a first-ever “electronic” auction for the high-speed passenger ferry “Aiolos Kenteris” the vessel received zero bids on a minimum price set at €6.5 million. Another auction is expected soon.

8 years ago

German Bookings to Greece Up According to TUI

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TUI’s most recent booking trends report  shows good demand for Greece (+16%) as well as Spain (+16%) and Bulgaria (+25%), a continuing strong recovery for Egypt (+58%) and Tunisia (+125%), and the company expects double-digit growth for Thailand and the Maldives

8 years ago

Tour Operators Anticipate “Sunshine Saturday 2018”

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According to reports from Thomas Cook and TUI, International tour operators and travel agents are preparing for this year’s “Sunshine Saturday”, which is one of the busiest booking holidays. 

8 years ago

Aegean Airlines Ferries 13.2 Million Passengers for First Time

Aleksandr Shatskih

Aegean Airlines and subsidiary, Olympic Air, announced passenger traffic growth for 2017 increased by 6%, exceeding the 13-million milestone. The Heraklion, Greece-based carrier transported 13.2 million passengers over the last year, or 750,000 more than in the previous year. Additionally, the two airline brands flew the same number of flights to accomplish the result. 

8 years ago

Germany Secures the Top Spot in the 2018 Henley Passport Index

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Germany secures the top spot in the 2018 Henley Passport Index, while the UK, China, Russia, and the UAE all improve their ranking year-on-year.

8 years ago

EgyptAir to Launch Direct Cairo to Moscow Flights

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Beginning February 1st “EgyptAir” will launch direct flights between Moscow and Cairo three times a week, according to the air carrier. 

8 years ago

Registrations for the 2nd Messinia Pro-Am continue until January 19th

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Time is fast approaching for the 2nd international golf tournament Messinia Pro-Am, organized by Costa Navarino, on 21-24 February 2018. 

Professionals and amateur golfers from the Americas, Europe and Africa have already formed teams and interest is high for the completion of the 50 teams that can register until Friday 19 January 19 2018.

8 years ago

If 2018 Is Ultra Violet, Would You Adjust Your Hotel Decor?

Mihaela Lica Butler

Pantone revealed its annual Color of the Year on December 7, 2017: a joyful purple they called “Ultra Violet.” And the thing is that the media already praised the choice. “A nod to creativity, originality, and Prince,” Elizabeth Wellington writes.

8 years ago

How to Attract More Chinese Guests to Your Hotel in 2018

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Family travel is key to attracting more Chinese guests to your hotel in 2018, at least around the Chinese New Year, which will be celebrated Friday, February 16 next year.

8 years ago

WeChat: Essential for Your Hotel Marketing Strategy

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If you want to reach more Chinese tourists, WeChat is an essential tool in your hotel marketing strategy.

8 years ago

Something’s in the Air: How Hotels Use Scent Marketing to Entice Guests

Mihaela Lica Butler

Holiday Inn and Sofitel, among other hotels worldwide, use scent marketing to impact the mood of their guests. Is there science behind the fragrance holiday trend in hotels?

8 years ago

Five Christmas Stories to Inspire Love for Travel and Hospitality

Mihaela Lica Butler

Within the following lines, hopefully, you will find the Christmas story that will inspire you to travel or to open your doors to strangers this year.

8 years ago

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