Pioneering the future of hospitality and tourism, with a legacy of excellence from Crete to the world.
Michalis Vamiedakis was born in Rethymno, Crete, in 1971, where he began his journey in tourism. With advanced studies in tourism and fluency in English and German, Michalis has over two decades of experience shaping the tourism industry.
My Story
Michalis Vamiedakis was born in Rethymno, Crete, in 1971, where he began his journey in tourism. With advanced studies in tourism in Greece and Germany and fluency in English and German, Michalis has over two decades of experience shaping the tourism industry. From founding Deltanet Travel in 2002 to leading Vita Hotels in partnership with Allsun Hotels, his leadership has brought innovation and growth to Greek tourism and hospitality.
His strategic insights as a tourism expert and his role as Chief Global Strategist at DANAOS TRAVEL further solidify his influence in managing major destination networks and expanding Greece’s presence in the global tourism market.
In addition to his professional achievements, Michalis has a strong academic background, having served as a tutor specializing in the Tourism Division, he taught courses such as Tourism Packages, Flight Fares, Airport Management, and Customer Service, inspiring and mentoring numerous students to enter and excel in the tourism sector.
CAREER MILESTONES
In Tourism
2002 - 2019
DeltaNet Travel
2014 - 2018
Vita Hotels
2018 - today
Alltours Greece SA (Allsun Hotels)
2018 - today
DANAOS TRAVEL – one of Greece's leading DMCs
Pioneer in developing tourism for new markets like Eastern Europe in the early 2000, opening charter chains from East European capitals to Greek islands.
Promoting the “one-stop-shop” concept in Greek tourism, offering full spectrum of services in one package. Active contributor to thematic and alternative tourism sectors, including medical, sports and diving tourism and interactive travel experiences.
Leading the digital transition of the company, enabling on-line sales via XML Expanding the activity in other markets and destinations.
In Politics
2014
Heraklion, Crete (2014)
2014
Region of Crete
Planned in co-operation with the Governor the tourism strategy of the island, boosting the expansion for the next years.Led Crete’s representation in international tourism exhibitions.
Organized strategic tourism events with major tour operators and media.
Expanding tourism markets to China, India, Korea, and the Middle East.
Promoted alternative tourism (medical, religious, diving, sports).
Participated in committees for sustainable tourism and transregional cooperation.
Secured and managed EU funding for tourism projects in Crete (PEP 2007-2013, 2014-2020).
Pioneered medical tourism, alternative tourism certification process
Enabled, liaised and supported the synergies between local producers and hotel sector for the promotion of the local products.
Academic Experience
1998 - 1999
Public Vocational Training Institute – Rethymno, Crete
1999 - 2001
Public Vocational Training Institute – Aghios Nikolaos, Crete
Taught at the Tourism specialisation Division, with main subjects taught Tourism packages, Flight fares, Airport Management and Customer Service, assisting numerous ambitious students enter the tourism market and inspiring them for their future steps.
Award
Michalis' leadership has been recognized by both business partners abroad and regional entities in Greece. His successful tourism campaigns for the Region of Crete, along with his contributions to the local community, have earned him accolades from a range of organizations and industry bodies.
from international partners for successful collaborations and achievements.
as a representative of the Region of Crete for highly successful tourism promotions.
from various social and religious organizations for contributions to the local community of Crete.
Blog
All the recent and upcoming news about tourism are explained with a clean layout.
April 2, 2024
Δεν μπορούμε να μιλάμε για πολύ μεγαλύτερες αυξήσεις στα νούμερα που βλέπουμε κάθε χρόνο ως Κρήτη.
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August 17, 2024
This year's tourist season for Greece is considered positive and only positive, and whatever complaints are heard, these do not correspond to the tourist data of the year.
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September 24, 2024
Προειδοποιητική επιστολή για κίνδυνο αποσταθεροποίησης των τουριστικών ροών από τη Γερμανία προς τη χώρα μας, εξαιτίας της αύξησης των τελών σε ξενοδοχεία και κρουαζιέρα.
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