Rollerdeck Associates and Amuse, in association with Emirates Airlines and Marketing Greece, showcased the second Annual Greek Deluxe Travel Roadshow in Dubai recently. Tour operators, travel agents and media representatives were offered a peek into Greece. The event was sponsored by the Region of Central Macedonia, the Region of South Aegean and Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos.
Last year, about 50,000 travellers arrived by air to Athens from the UAE, an increase of over 30 per cent compared to the year before that. The arrivals at the other airports are at much lower levels, according to Athens International Airport Passenger Survey, compiled by SETE Intelligence.
IDEAL FOR FAMILIESFrom Athens and Thessaloniki, to Halkidiki, Mykonos or Rodos, Greece is the ideal destination for family holidays, a quiet weekend away with that special someone or an adventurous break with a lively group of friends.Greece offers relaxing beaches, breath-taking natural beauty, crystal blue seas, warm hospitality and rich culture. Located on the Mediterranean Sea with the largest coastline in Europe, Greece is the ideal holiday destination for GCC travellers all year round. It is a country where decadent luxury abounds and complete relaxation is a way of life. Greece counts as an ideal family destination for several reasons. It has good weather throughout the year and many beaches with clear waters and many with shallow waters. The Greeks are a hospitable lot and enjoy strong family bonds themselves. The country offers a safe holiday destination.Top family-friendly destinations include Crete; Halkidiki; Western Messinia, Peloponnese; Rhodes; Corfu; and the isles of the Cyclades.
CRUISE BREAKGreece is one of the world’s leading cruise destinations. According to research data from the Bank of Greece, it is estimated that in 2013, the country welcomed almost 2.4 million cruise travellers. The main port in terms of cruises is the port of Piraeus with 40.3 per cent of the total revenue. The port of Piraeus ranks number five amongst European embarkation ports.Additional ports are the port of Corfu with 13.4 per cent and the port of Santorini with 8.9 per cent of the total cruise revenue.