320 Russian tour operators visit Crete

Greek Reporter — TEZ TOURS HELLAS in Heraklion has invited 320 of the most prominent Russian tourist agents.

The Philharmonic of the Municipality of Heraklion and a local Cretan band followed by Cretan traditional treats and wine (rakomelo) welcomed the Russian agents during their arrival on the island.

The Russian group of agents are staying in a hotel owned by the Angelopoulos family in the Anissaras penisula.

This visit is very important due to the latest developments in the region and the crisis in relations between Russia and Turkey especially after a statement made yesterday by the Russian president Vladimir Putin who clarified that “tourism in Turkey and all that it entails must end”.

In their first statements General Director of TEZ TOURS HELLAS Manolis Apladenakis and Heraklion Airport Master Giorgos Pliakas said they are satisfied with this effort and it’s extensions.