Tuesday, 28 December 2010

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#SGT11


We are launching our new twitter campaign to Support Greek Tourism in 2011. If you are a Twitter fan then please use #SGT11 to express your support for Greek Tourism in 2011. You can share with us positive experiences, tips, advice or suggestions for destinations that you have visited and want to share with others. Our philosophy is to explore, inform, share and gain!

Greek tourism is the main drive of the Greek economy and many people and businesses are depending on tourism to survive. Exploremykonos, is promoting sustainable, quality forms of tourism in Greece.

Use #SGT11 to support one of the most beautiful destinations on the planet!

Monday, 15 November 2010

EXPLOREMYKONOS - WHAT IS IT ABOUT?


We created this website to inform, share and gain.

This website along with our social media network will serve as a platform for all of you to share information & knowledge about Mykonos and gain by saving time and money:

- exchange advise & tips for the best places or services
- connect with our partners and their services
- interact with other members
- organize your holidays
- get advantage of our best offers & discount code found on our website
- explore our Top choices and Exclusive Hotels or Villas
- find about events happening or organize your own
- and why not find a partner to go on holidays with!

We have negotiated better rates and offers on your behalf and we share them with you on our website through our ‘’discount code’’ promotion. Once you subscribe with our newsletter you will receive an email with your ‘’discount code’’ that you can use with our partners when you book with them.
 

Book with our partners directly. We guarantee you:

* A choice of quality accommodation
* To Save time and money
* Use of a discount code
* The best offers available
* Unparalleled service
* No commission and no hidden costs
 

We screen our partners on sustainable responsible tourism practices and make sure that local communities benefit as much as possible.

Your actions support quality sustainable & responsible tourism and local communities.

Our philosophy is simple! Inform, share and gain!
The people at eploremykonos.com wish you an amazing holiday!

Sunday, 14 November 2010

BECOME OUR PARTNER!

A FEW WORDS ABOUT US

We are a new online travel service, with offices in London, England and Athens, Greece. We promote quality and sustainable forms of tourism to Greece.

Our focus is to bring independent travellers in touch with the unique Mykonian culture and its authentic people, in destinations that are both on and off the beaten track, helping them relax and spend quality time with friends and family.

Our travellers are able to share knowledge and gain experiences by visiting exciting destinations offered by our network of carefully chosen partners.

Our mission is to help explore inform, share, gain and above all show that there is more to travel !

We are a travel focused service that brings together people, in a knowledge sharing journey.

PARTNERS

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN OUR PARTNERS?

We are looking for partners that share our passion and are willing to join our efforts.

Guidelines and procedures for quality responsible Tourism

•    A procedure for responding to travellers complaints & feedback on sustainable travel practices

ENVIROMENTAL
•    Efforts  to reduce waste and save energy (reduce-reuse-recycle).
•    Evidence that travellers are provided with suggestions how to reduce water use in their destinations.
•    Evidence that travellers are provided with relevant suggestions to minimise damage to the environment, wildlife and marine ecosystems.    


COMMUNITY
•    Evidence that the partner promotes visits to appropriate local projects with direct or indirect environmental benefits.
•    Evidence that travellers are provided with suggestions of ways to minimise negative impacts on local cultures
•    Evidence that the partner provides suggestions for destination visits to appropriate local social projects with direct or indirect benefits to the host community.
•    Evidence that the partner employs local people wherever possible under fair employment practices.
•    Evidence of ethical management and leadership.
•    Evidence that the partner makes use of local produce, manufacturers and other services.
•    Evidence that travellers are provided with suggestions of local services that provide local community benefits (e.g. restaurants, guides, shops, craft markets)

WHY SHOULD YOU LIST YOUR SERVICES WITH US?    
1.    WE LOVE GREECE.
2.    We offer a no commission service so that the locals earn more income as land managers, entrepreneurs, service and produce providers, and employees.
3.    Tourism enables the traveller to discover local habitats and wildlife, and celebrates and respects traditional cultures, rituals and wisdom.
4.    Creates a bond between our customers and the local community and ensures repeat business and benefits for all.
5.    Greece is promoting quality sustainable forms of tourism as an alternative to mass tourism. You don't necessarily make more money through mass tourism when you look at the cost of mass tourism, the cost to your local environment and the cost to your culture.
6.    We aim to create services that will help change and extend the seasonal face of Greece (July-August) into an exciting all year round destination.
7.    We aim to change the perception of Greece as a Sea and Sun destination by promoting our cultural heritage and diverse natural beauties
8.    We aim to show our customers that they can find unique experiences in Mykonos  
9.     To achieve the above we want you to honour us with your finest service.
10.   Please spread the word to your community, friends and family.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

HOW CAN WE WORK TOGETHER?

1.    Register your interest to get your services listed with exploremykonos.com via email: info@exploremykonos.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
2.    We will then contact you to discuss further details.
       We will discuss the service you offer.
•    How does it compare with our service and efforts?
•    What benefits does it bring to our customers?
•    If you are willing to participate in our best offers deals, top choices and discount code promotion.
•    How can we enhance the travel experience of our customers through your service?
•    Introduce us to your community. How can we utilise your contacts within the local community to everyone’s benefit?
•    Inform us about regular or extraordinary events and other local activities you or others organise in your area to include in our online blog.
•    What are the local issues and how can we help in community projects?
•    Include us in the recipient list of your newsletters or of the periodical publications, which you or your associates undertake.
•    Include us as a link on your portal, website, or blog.
•    Add us on your online social network.

3.    Once all details are discussed we will agree on terms and conditions of service and payments.