15/10/2024
This is Athens-CVB Newsletter October 2024
Dear friends & partners,
October has been exhilarating, and we're still enjoying the occasional dip! We kicked off the month with The Owl, a fantastic annual gathering that united film and TV professionals from around the globe, showcasing Athens as a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation.
Looking ahead, excitement is building for the upcoming IFES Masterclass - Europe, where esteemed experts in exhibitions and event services will converge in Athens. These events not only highlight our city’s dynamic role on the global stage but also reinforce its reputation as a premier destination for both cultural and professional exchanges.
October has been exhilarating, and we're still enjoying the occasional dip! We kicked off the month with The Owl, a fantastic annual gathering that united film and TV professionals from around the globe, showcasing Athens as a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation.
Looking ahead, excitement is building for the upcoming IFES Masterclass - Europe, where esteemed experts in exhibitions and event services will converge in Athens. These events not only highlight our city’s dynamic role on the global stage but also reinforce its reputation as a premier destination for both cultural and professional exchanges.
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We’re thrilled to announce that This is Athens - Convention & Visitors Bureau has been nominated as the World's Leading City Tourist Board 2024 at the prestigious World Travel Awards!
Your vote can help shine a spotlight on our vibrant city and all the amazing work happening here.
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What We Are Up to
From October 15 to 18, members of the This is Athens team will head to Bruges to attend the CityDNA Autumn Conference and the Global Destination Sustainability Movement Forum. Valia Dalla, Membership Manager, and Tina Toribaba, Public Relations Manager, will meet industry leaders and share insights on urban tourism trends and challenges in Europe. See more
Natasha Kefala, International Meetings Manager, and Maria Papadopoulou, Business Development Manager, will be in Abu Dhabi for the 63rd ICCA Congress from October 20-23, 2024. This gathering of international meetings and events specialists will foster discussions, idea-sharing, and fresh inspirations for advancing the business events industry. See more
To enhance business connections with Asian markets, Natasha Kefala, International Meetings Manager, will be at MICE Show Asia in Singapore from October 23-25. She will engage with industry leaders and participate in the MICE Leaders’ Panel, discussing strategies for transformative excellence in the MICE ecosystem. See more
Spyridon Kagkas, Digital & Community Manager for This is Athens, will be heading to Osaka, Japan, from October 23-26 for the inaugural IGLTA Global Convention in Asia. He aims to gain valuable insights into LGBTQ+ tourism trends and promote Athens as an inclusive destination. See more
Talk of the Town
From October 1 to 4, the vibrant Greek audiovisual ecosystem engaged with its international counterparts during The Owl, an exciting four-day workshop and industry event organized by the Athens Film Office featuring presentations, discussions, and panels focused on Greek fiction productions. See more
This October, the City of Athens commemorates two significant anniversaries: 80 years since liberation from Nazi occupation in 1944 and 50 years since the restoration of democracy in 1974. Among the many events, the art exhibition The Restoration of Optimism stands out as a highlight, showcasing our city’s resilience and creativity. See more
The Athens Cycling Tour returns on the 20th of October. Choose between the classic 7 km course or challenge yourself with the thrilling 16 km route. Both routes start and finish at Syntagma Square, giving you a fantastic chance to discover the city on wheels. Register here
A master of monumental sculpture, Henry Moore developed a fascination with ancient Greece. Gagosian Athens presents an exhibition showcasing Moore's career evolution from early stone and wood carvings to works influenced by classical sculpture. See more
Meet in Athens
Plans are in motion for the highly anticipated IFES MasterClass Europe, set to take place in Athens from November 6-8, 2024 in partnership with the Greek Meetings Alliance. Register here.
The EASPD and the NET International Conference “Opening Doors: How Can Disability Support Services Unlock the Open Labor Market?” will take place in Athens on October 17-18. See more
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. The 6th EDA All European Dyslexia Conference will take place from 18-20 October 2024, in Athens. See more
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Horizon Travel Joins the 16ο Greece Race for the Cure®: Running Together for a Greater Cause
Innovative Social Hackathon Highlights IGARSS 2024’s Commitment to Sustainability
InVoyage luxury show in Mykonos with EVENT MAKERS DMC as exclusive partner
INTERCATERING catered for the “FIRST Global Challenge 2024” with nutritious and diverse meals
Narratologies Halloween & Christmas AR-Enhanced Treasure Hunts
NJV Athens Plaza Hotel is culinary renewing its sweets and welcomes Pastry Chef Nikos Tsolis.
Pinktober at Hard Rock Cafe Athens
St. George : Art is all around!
The Athens metro system is not only a clean, cool escape from the heat and bustle of the city above, but it’s also Athens' largest public art gallery. Nearly half of the stations feature diverse artworks, ranging from ancient sarcophagi to modern sculptures. Begin this unique art tour at Syntagma station, where ancient relics adorn the main hall, including wine amphorae, clay oil lamps, and terracotta water pipes.