Destinations news Athens-Attica Hotel Association Appeals New Development Fee in Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 Athens’ hotel association is appealing a new “local sustainable development fee” on hotels in Vari, Voula, and Vouliagmeni. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Spain to End Golden Visa Program: Deadline Set for April by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 Spain, which has issued more than 6,000 golden visas since the program was introduced in 2013, is set to end the initiative in April in an effort to alleviate pressures … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Visa-free Travel: Greece Secures 6th Spot in Henley Passport Index 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 The Greek passport maintains its position as one of the world’s most powerful, ranking 6th on the Henley Passport Index, the same as in 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greek Transport Ministry Seeks Public Feedback on Proposed Traffic Penalty Framework by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 Aiming to enhance road safety, the Greek government has proposed a new traffic penal code, which is currently under public consultation to maximize its effectiveness. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards TripAdvisor Lists Crete in Top 10 ‘Best of the Best’ Destinations for 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 Crete ranks among Europe’s and the world’s top destinations on TripAdvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards ‘Best of the Best’ lists. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel SKY express Debuts Athens-Yerevan Route, Strengthening Ties with the Caucasus by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 SKY express has further enhanced Greece’s connectivity to the Caucasus region by introducing a direct flight between Athens and Yerevan, the capital of Armenia. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens to Host 39th European Film Awards in January 2027 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 by GTP editing team 9 January 2025 For the first time in its history, the European Film Academy has chosen Athens as the host city for the 39th European Film Awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece’s New Tourism Bill Submitted to Parliament for Review and Approval by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 A new bill for Greek tourism, aimed at regulating short-term rentals, among other provisions, has been submitted to Parliament for approval. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Piraeus Port Breaks Passenger and Homeporting Records in 2024 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 The Port of Piraeus achieved remarkable success in 2024, setting new records in cruise passenger traffic and homeporting. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Virtuoso: Greece a ‘Classic Favorite’ for Luxury Travel in 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 Greece ranks among the top destinations for affluent travelers in 2025, according to a report released by luxury travel network Virtuoso. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Cirium: World’s Most On-time Airlines and Airports of 2024 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 Aeromexico and Riyadh King Khalid International Airport have been named the most punctual global airline and airport of 2024, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Survey: Two Greek Cities Among Top Stress-free Destinations for Americans by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 A survey has included Thessaloniki and Heraklion among the least anxiety-inducing cities in the world for American travelers seeking to unwind. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news GNTO Showcases Greece’s Rich Culture and Traditions Through Events in January by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 This January, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is supporting a range of events both in Greece and internationally, aimed at showcasing the country’s unique culture and traditions. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality ‘Climate Resilience Fee’ Rates Increase for Greek Hotels and Short-term Rentals by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 The new rates for the “Climate Resilience Fee” – imposed on Greece’s hotel rooms and short-term rentals – have come into effect. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Greece Launches International Tender to Boost Cruise Activity at Three Key Ports by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 Greece’s asset development fund (HRADF) has initiated an international tender process to enhance cruise activity at three key ports. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel easyJet Launches Basel-Skiathos Route for Summer 2025 by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 easyJet announced a new direct route connecting the Greek island of Skiathos with Basel, Switzerland, as part of its summer 2025 schedule. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Peloponnese Region to Create Largest Certified Hiking Trail Network in Greece by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 The Peloponnese Region will upgrade and modernize a 1,729 km hiking trail network, making it one of the largest in Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destination Specials Fodor’s Includes Meteora Among Top Places to Go in Europe in 2025 by GTP editing team 4 January 2025 by GTP editing team 4 January 2025 Meteora in Thessaly earned a spot among Europe’s top destinations for 2025, as highlighted by Fodor’s Travel magazine. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Parnassos Ski Center Secures €8.7 Million for Upgrades Through Recovery Fund by GTP editing team 3 January 2025 by GTP editing team 3 January 2025 The Parnassos Ski Center is set to receive significant upgrades through an 8.7-million-euro investment funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek ΑΑΔΕ: Νέος πλήρης οδηγός με 52 ερωτήσεις και απαντήσεις για τις βραχυχρόνιες μισθώσεις by GTP editing team 3 January 2025 by GTP editing team 3 January 2025 Όλες οι νέες διευκρινήσεις για τα ακίνητα και τους ιδιοκτήτες περιλαμβάνονται στον πλήρη οδηγό που εξέδωσε η Ανεξάρτητη Αρχή Δημοσίων Εσόδων. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail