Thessaloniki Conference Organizers Want Clear Operations Framework

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Conferences and events organizers in Thessaloniki are once again calling on the government to clarify Covid-19 health protocols for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) events and are claiming unfair treatment with regard to restrictions in effect for other multi-person gatherings. The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) issued a statement in

Study: Trust, Optimism Drops Among Greeks Due to Covid-19

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Photo source: diaNEOsis Greeks appear to be less optimistic about the future with regard to the evolution of the Covid-19 pandemic, are experiencing uncertainty and appear to have lost much of their trust in authorities, according to a new study released this week by research firm diaNEOsis. Conducted last month by Metron Analysis on a […]

Greek Hoteliers Seek Covid-19 Rescue Measures Ahead of Winter

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In attempt to mitigate losses incurred by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, Greek hoteliers are calling on the government to take immediate measures, including employee insurance coverage and debt instalments. In a letter to Labor Minister Yiannis Vroutsis and to Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis, the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation (POX) is requesting that the

Eastern Halkidiki Promoted as Wine Tourism Destination to Croatian Market

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Photo Source: Municipality of Aristotle The Municipality of Aristotle in Eastern Halkidiki has collaborated with the Chamber of Halkidiki and a newly established cluster of local businesses to present the area’s tourism offerings and wine routes to Croatian tourism professionals. During a recent event held in Split, Croatia, in the presence of media representatives, travel

IRONMAN 70.3 Greece Sets Date for 2021 Event: October 24

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The IRONMAN 70.3 Greece triathlon event has set a new date for its second edition that will take place on October 24, 2021, at Costa Navarino in Messinia, in the Peloponnese. The mega triathlon event, was originally scheduled to take place in April 2020, but was rescheduled for October 25, and finally postponed for 2021, due to the […]

Art Athina Virtual Event to Open on October 15

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Art Athina, the International Contemporary Art Fair of Athens, during October 15-31, will hold the virtual edition of its annual cultural event on its new online platform aavirtual.gr, which has been designed with the aim to bring closer galleries, collectors, and art lovers from around the world. One of the oldest annual art events in […]

Attica Region Announces SME Covid-19 Funding Scheme

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Athens © GTP Small and medium-sized businesses impacted by the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic will be able to tap into a support package of 200 million euros, the Attica Region announced this week. More specifically, the support scheme to run through the Attica Region provides eligible parties with working capital ranging from 5,000 euros to 50,000 […]

Special Virtual Athens Marathon 2020 Announced for November

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Following the cancellation of this year’s “Athens Marathon. The Authentic”, the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) and the organizing committee have announced that they will hold a virtual edition of the event during November 8-22. “Taking into consideration that a large number of runners were getting ready for the annual Athens Marathon event, we’ve decided to

Survey: Global Shoppers Show ‘Appetite’ for Travel

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Photo Source: Globsl Blue Over half of the world’s shoppers are keen on returning to travel overseas despite Covid-19, according to a survey released by tax free shopping provider Global Blue. More specifically, Global Blue’s survey of 30,000 international shoppers found that 55 percent are willing to travel abroad if restrictions are lifted, stressing at […]

MICE Industry to Depend More on Technology, Says IAPCO President

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The international MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) industry is undergoing major changes due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and becoming more and more dependent on technology. “Many of the day-to-day operations of MICE companies are transferred from project managers and program coordinators to IT professionals,” International Association of