A HISTORY OF RECOGNITION
Relationships that last.
Recognition that matters.
Milestones in our company’s history and recognition from our airline partners.
Experience, recognised.
Our history includes recognition from international airlines for performance, growth and partnership. In 2023, Philippine Airlines recognised Aspida Travel as one of its top International Producers.
Company milestones
- 1981
The beginning
Establishment of 2 M. TRAVEL.
- 1986
A new name
Company renamed ASPIDA TRAVEL.
- 1989
IATA accreditation
Accredited member of IATA.
- 2006
The next generation
Dimitrios Matthaios, son of founder Captain Stefanos Matthaios, takes over the management of the company.
- 2008
International connections
Establishment of the international MTA7 alliance.
- 2020
Leading airline ticket sales
No. 1 travel agency in airline ticket sales in Greece.
- 2023
International recognition
Awarded by Philippine Airlines as one of the top International Producers.
Airline awards
| Airline | Recognition | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | Best Growth in Business Cabin | 2024 |
| Philippine Airlines | One of the top International Producers | 2023 |
| Hahn Air | 2nd Top Selling Greek Agency | 2017 |
| Gulf Air | Partner Award | 2016 |
| Etihad Airways | Overall Growth Award | 2014 |
| Etihad Airways | Fastest Growing Producer | 2013 |
| Ethiopian | Travel Agency Award | 2012/2013 |
| Etihad Airways | Fastest Growing Producer | 2011 |
| Emirates | Emirates Award | 2004/2005 |
| British Airways | Marine Passenger Sales | 2004 |
| Gulfair | Bronze Travel Agent Award | 2004 |
| Lufthansa | Top Performance Award | 2000 |
| KLM | Exclusive Trade Partner | 1999/2000 |
| Royal Jordanian | Recognition Award | 1999 |