Another remarkable day at WTM London 2019

Another remarkable day at WTM London 2019

Day Two: Debate & Innovation
Day two of the show has certainly lived up to the excitement of yesterday. Among the talking points today:
  • The UNWTO and WTM Ministers’ summit
  • An absolutely buzzing speed networking session for buyers
  • The LIVE recording of WTM Insights podcast, ‘Courting Hollywood’
  • Compelling conference sessions on travel and wildlife conservation and the reduction of plastic waste
  • Live interviews with the CEOs...

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Basil and Elise Goulandris Foundation brings new contemporary glory to Athens

The late Basil and Elise Goulandris.

Basil and Elise Goulandris Foundation brings new contemporary glory to Athens

By James Brewer

Van Gogh, Monet, Degas, Picasso, Cézanne – the modern masters and more are to the fore in a new setting, thanks to the opening of a world-class gallery in the heart of Athens.

The dream of shipping magnate Basil Goulandris and his wife Elise of such an arts centre has come true, many years after they sadly passed away. The couple, great art lovers, shared a great desire...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/11/05/basil-and-elise-goulandris-foundation-brings-new-contemporary-glory-to-athens/

Greece pledges a sustainable approach to cruise tourism

Tourism minister Theoharis

Greece pledges a sustainable approach to cruise tourism

By James Brewer

Greece’s new tourism minister has said he is working on plans which in effect could save the country from the blight of cruiseship-led over-tourism.

Harry Theoharis told a press conference at the World Travel Market 2019 in London that he will have discussions to ensure the highest standards in ships so that they leave the smallest possible environmental footprint. The country did not want to have...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/11/04/greece-pledges-a-sustainable-approach-to-cruise-tourism/

Greek government deep in talks to encourage cruise-ship sector

Tourism minister Elena Kountoura.

Greek government deep in talks to encourage cruise-ship sector

By James Brewer

Greece has confirmed that it wants to establish six new home-ports for cruise ships as part of its drive to expand the thriving tourism industry.

Tourism minister Elena Kountoura said it was “our aim” to have more than six such ports and “we are co-operating with major international cruise lines.” She added: “We work closely with global and European cruise lines to introduce new,...

http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2018/11/05/greek-government-deep-in-talks-to-encourage-cruise-ship-sector/