Greece’s Minister of Tourism Vassilis Kikilias said that Greece will experience a 20 percent increase in tourism this year, according to greekreporter.com. He also predicted a lengthening of the season this summer. The comments were made during a speech on the Greek island of Rhodes, which the minister described as the “flagship of tourism.” The event was jointly held by the South Aegean Region … [Περισσότερα...]
Media report: British Museum offers Greece loan sharing of Parthenon Marbles
After repeated denials it would accept a return or reunification of the stolen Parthenon Marbles, Greece is reportedly willing to accept sharing them on a loan basis with the British Museum, which has held them for 220 years. Museum Chairman George Osborne, who had been in secret talks with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis over the fate of the 2500-year-old sculptures ripped off the Parthenon by … [Περισσότερα...]
US State Secretary heading to Greek capital of Athens on Tuesday
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken is visiting Türkiye on Sunday, as part of a tour that includes Germany and Greece on February 16-22, ANA reports. Arriving last in Athens, Blinken is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Mitsotakis, Foreign Affairs Minister Dendias, and main opposition leader Alexis Tsipras to discuss defense cooperation, energy security, and the two countries … [Περισσότερα...]
Cyprus Ministry extends temporary protection granted to Ukrainian nationals for a year
The right to temporary protection to Ukrainian nationals who have received the right in Cyprus is automatically extended for a year, the Ministry of Interior announced on Tuesday, ANA reports. All new applicants who wish to submit a first-time application for temporary protection, are still required to submit an application either online at www.moi.gov.cy/asylum, or in person at the asylum service … [Περισσότερα...]
The Athenians’ Society of New York contributes to Turkey earthquake relief effort
The Athenians’ Society of New York contributed to the earthquake relief effort by collecting much-needed essential items for the earthquake victims and delivering them to the Turkish House in Manhattan on February 17. Athenians’ Society of New York President Panos Adamopoulos noted that the items, including blankets, clothing, medical supplies, baby food, and diapers were collected for the … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek FinMin: New debt repayment plan with 72 or 120 instalments to launch in April
The new debt regulation allowing repayments on 72- or 120-installment plans is expected to begin in April, Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said on Sunday on Skai TV, ANA reports. The plan, he noted, "was the toughest discussion we had with institutions." The FinMin added, "The fact we have exited an enhanced surveillance state - like Spain, Portugal, Ireland, and Cyprus - does not mean that … [Περισσότερα...]
STRONG COMEBACK FOR THE WORLD’S LARGEST TRAVEL TRADE SHOW
Around 90 per cent of the available stand area is occupied – The multi-purpose hall hub27, which is fully booked, is the destination hot spot – Debut for the German marketplace – Cultural tourism organisers are represented in the Culture Lounge – High participation in the Travel Technology, Mobility and Cruise segments Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Discover Saint Lucia’s landscape, it’s as diverse as her heritage.
Saint Lucia’s landscape is as diverse as her heritage. No two parts of the island are alike! Some parts of Saint Lucia are ideal for bustling nightlife and beachside parties, while others offer opportunities to get away from it all and explore dense jungles and quiet vistas. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Bride Sees Color for the First Time at Walt Disney World Resort
With some Disney magic and a very special pair of glasses, a bride’s dream of seeing the world in color became reality during her recent Disney Fairy Tale Wedding at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Delta’s Employee Appreciation Day brings $563 million profit sharing
Customers making their way through airports last Tuesday may have noticed the normally warm and caring Delta people had a little extra bounce in their step. That’s because the airline was celebrating Employee Appreciation Day – a day that comes with a big show of gratitude: more than a half-million dollars in profit sharing. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Korean Air CEO wins ATW’s Excellence in Leadership Award
Walter Cho, Korean Air Chairman and CEO, has been awarded the prestigious Excellence in Leadership Award by Air Transport World (ATW). Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
RYANAIR ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2023 SCHEDULE FOR GLASGOW
Ryanair, the UK’s no.1 airline has announced its Summer 2023 schedule from Glasgow and Prestwick Airports, incl. 2 new routes from Prestwick to Marseilles and Pisa starting from Apr 2023 and increased frequencies on its ever-popular Glasgow to Dublin route. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Ethiopian adds Xiamen and Shenzhen to its cargo destinations in China
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, Africa’s largest network operator, has started two weekly freighter flights today connecting Xiamen with São Paulo and Santiago via Addis Ababa. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
NH Collection Dubai The Palm Launches
Experience sophisticated beach living on Dubai’s famous Palm Jumeirah with spacious accommodation and spectacular views of the Dubai coastline. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Tourists Heading Back to Asian Cities
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today revealed positive signs of recovery for the Asian Travel & Tourism sector, with five major metropolises seeing a significant economic rebound. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Where love is illegal: What it's really like travelling Sri Lanka as a gay couple
We're playing cards by candlelight to the sound of humming cicadas and peacock mating calls. Our host Taranga never explained the rules. Naturally, he's winning."The lights will come back on soon," he says, shuffling the cards for another game of... well, who knows? "This happens every night."I glance over to the silhouette that is my partner, struggling to make out his expression, and feel the … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek operators to invest €9 billion in network upgrades over next decade
Large-scale investments worth 9 billion euros in energy networks over the next decade are foreseen in the development programs of transmission and distribution system operators, was reported on Saturday, ANA reports. These investment plans in electricity and natural gas, are currently at the public consultation stage pending the Energy Regulatory Authority's (RAE) final approval and include: - … [Περισσότερα...]
Minister: Online platform for Market Pass food subsidy opens on Wednesday
The online platform for submitting Market Pass applications will open on Wednesday, Minister of State Giorgos Gerapetritis told ANT1 TV on Saturday, ANA reports. Applications for the six-month (February-July) state subsidy will be available at vouchers.gov.gr. The monthly purchase limit per household amounts to 220 euros for a single-member household, increasing by 100 euros for each additional … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek govenrment revives extended installment schemes to alleviate personal debt
The government is expected to bring targeted legislative interventions next week to alleviate the personal debts of people whose monthly installment repayment agreements were voided due to their financial difficulties, it was reported on Saturday, ANA reports. It includes the reviving of old tax debt settlement deals, including fresh debts, under new extended payment schemes of 36, 72, and 120 … [Περισσότερα...]
Memorial service for last King of Hellenes at Athens Metropolitan Cathedral on Saturday
A memorial service for Greece's former and last monarch, Constantine II, was held at the Athens Metropolitan Cathedral on Saturday, led by Archbishop of Athens & All Greece Hieronymos, in the presence of his family and some 250 guests, ANA reports. Following the memorial service, family and guests were expected to attend a lunch gathering at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation. Another church … [Περισσότερα...]
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