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TOURISM AS THE DRIVING FORCE
OF THE GREEK ECONOMY
ITB BERLIN 2015
A Unique Tourism Product
holiday experience
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Choose the one that inspires you most
Be our guest and experience it
Tell the story
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• A real life ancient city with vibrant energy
• Getting its groove back
• Enjoy a trendy cocktail while gazing at the
Acropolis
• City by the sea just minutes away from its
center – with swimming until October
• Art-deco inspired urban luxury
accommodation – Pallas Athena –
Grecotel Boutique Hotel
An ancient city
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THESSALONIK
A city which
knows how to live and love
• Multi-cultural with a variety of archaeological sites, Byzantine and
Ottoman monuments
• A youthful city that enjoys its reputation of having a vibrant nightlife
• With many happening hotspots: The White Tower, the Old City,
Aristotelous Square, the bars and cafes on Valaoritou St, the
fashionable hangouts of Ladadika, the arcades and the markets
• Gastronomic destination with a cornucopia of culinary influences
and tastes to enjoy
• Just a heartbeat away from the birthplace of Alexander the Great;
follow his footsteps and visit awe-inspiring sites and museums
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An exotic holiday dreamland
on your doorstep
• Endless golden-sand beaches lined with pine trees
that seem to touch the crystal blue waters
• Holidays for every mood, taste and age
• Indulge in luxury amenities, enjoy exclusive golf
and resort holidays
• Spiritual destination – birthplace of Aristotle and
close to Mt. Athos
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Romantic Nafplio
• Enjoy a romantic stroll along its famously picturesque promenade
• Walk up the 999 steps to the Venetian fort and take in the views of
Greece’s first capital city
Porto Heli – Join the Peloponnese Jet-Set
• Cosmopolitan destination with distinction for the travelling connoisseur
• Awesome beaches, spectacular waters and fine dining
• Home to Greece’s Nikki Beach
Dramatic Epidavros
• A definite bucket list item! Attend a summer performance at the ancient
theatre of Epidavros, built in an idyllic location in the 4th century B.C.
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Messinian Authenticity
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For those seeking to experience tradition with refined taste
Witness enduring agricultural practices, such as the grape and olive harvests
Exotic world-famous Voidokilia beach
Rich collection of sites: Ancient Messini, castles and forts : Paleokastro, Neokastro, Methoni and Koroni
Discover Kalamata, a seaside city that boasts modern cafes, beach bars, restaurants, fine hotels,
markets, historic buildings, and a popular annual summer dance festival
• Home to Costa Navarino – Stellar luxury property with respect to authenticity
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• Islands enjoyed by the chosen few: Iraklia,
Schinoussa, Koufonissia, Donoussa, Amorgos, Anafi,
Kimolos, Chalki, Kastelorizo, Nisyros, Leros, Symi,
Tilos, Alonissos
• Sail in search of these hidden isle paradises.
Discover their unspoiled beauty, crystal blue waters,
remote beaches and amazing sunsets
• Stroll within charming villages, and get a peek into
the past
• Unwind and escape into a world of peace and quiet
• Become a part of the community and enjoy the
Greek philoxenia
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• Meet the Ikarians, known for their longevity, living about 10 years longer than people in other Western
countries
• Learn the secret of their long life. Experience their chill out and stress-free way of life. Adopt their laid
back, no-rush mentality- even for just a short while
• Enjoy amazing tropical beaches and blue waters; rejuvenate under the sun and breath in the fresh air
• Delight your palate with fresh-from-the-farm-produce; staples of the Mediterranean diet, rich in fruits,
vegetables, whole grains and fish. The potions of longevity: wild greens, herbal teas, homemade red wine
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• Cycladic elegance and romance at its best with
low-lying hills topped with characteristic
white-washed cubed houses and colorful
shutters; and over 200 little chapels
• Walk along the freshly-painted-white
pathways that weave through its many villages:
Apollonia, Artemonas, Ag Loukas, Exambelos,
Katavati, Pano (Upper) and Kato (Lower) Petali
• Sandy beaches and remote tiny bays worth
discovering by land and sea
• Choose to trek along a unique network of trails
(close to 200km) on natural ground or paved
rock
• Verina Astra - This tranquil accommodation
venue features luxurious, spacious suites
perched on a steep hill with breathtaking views
to the Aegean
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• Choose to cruise the spectacular Greek islands: a dream
fulfilled
• Each island is a small paradise with its own colour, charm
and personality, like jewels scattered across the green-blue
Greek seas
• See seven islands in seven days. Visit popular island destinations,
such as Mykonos, Santorini, Kos and lesser-known destinations,
such as Milos and Samos
• Say “Kalimera” to Celestyal Cruises and to Mykonos, Samos,
Milos, Syros, Kos, Ios and Santorini
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CRETA Princess.
Authentic
Still to Discover.
• Begin at Chania's wonderful Venetian harbour
and old town
• Swim at magnificent pristine beaches:
Falassarna, Mpalos, Gramvoussa
• Hike the 16km Samaria Gorge
• At the end of the gorge discover Agia Roumeli:
a unique and remote place accessible only by
foot or by boat
• Τake the small passenger caique to reach
Loutro, a tiny, tiny village with no cars
• Go to Gavdos, the most southern point of Europe
• Louis Creta Princess – Authentic holidays. Enjoy
the Cretan traditions right next to the sea
Central Greece: Pelion
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Charismatic Mountain Villages, Magical Beaches
Olympus
Mountain and Sea Blessed by the 12 Gods
Dodecanese: Patmos
Mystical, Spiritual and Sophisticated
The Ionion Isles of Paxi and Anti Paxi
Two Tiny Emerald Gems
East Macedonia: Thasos
A Northern Greece Island Secret
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