Destinations news Thessaloniki Hotels Mark Slight Drop in Jan.-Aug. Overnight Stays by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 Thessaloniki reported a 0.49 percent drop in incoming tourism for the January-August period compared to a year ago with 3,500 fewer overnight stays at the city’s hotels, according to the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Kea Shipwrecks Event Aims to Establish Isle as Diving Destination by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 Marking a century since the S/S Burdigala and HMHS Britannic sank off Kea, a three-day event recently brought over 140 academics, archaeologists, historians, environmentalists, deep-water photographers, divers, specialists and reporters … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Happenings Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki Holds Business Seasons Kick-off Party by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 The Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki recently held a special business networking event dedicated to its partners and friends. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates ‘Butterfly Stories’ Announces Education Programs for Certification in Tourism and Dining by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 Following a recent cooperation agreement with ACTA – Aristotle Certification Training & Assessment, food management consultants Butterfly Stories has announced the launch of education programs for aspiring professionals to receive … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News WTM London 2016: Women in Travel Meetup to Debate Entrepreneurial and Leadership Skills by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 The third Women in Travel Meetup will host renowned travel executives debating the issues of entrepreneurship and leadership at this year’s World Travel Market London in November. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Singapore Airlines to Increase Indonesia and Australia Services by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 Singapore Airlines has announced plans to launch a new route linking Jakarta with Sydney and also boost Singapore-Jakarta flight frequency, in an increase of its operations to both Indonesia and … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Two Athens Bars Among Best in the World by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 Two Athens bars have been named among the top 50 in the world in an international competition held in London by Drinks International magazine. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
lovegreece.com Pioneering Greeks: Iliana Fokianaki, Founder of ‘State of Concept’ Non-profit Gallery by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 This week the “Pioneering Greeks” column introduces Iliana Fokianaki, the founder and curator of the “State of Concept”, the first non profit gallery in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek ΣΕΤΕ: Η αναπτυξιακή στρατηγική του Τουρισμού για το μέλλον της Ελλάδας στο 15ο συνέδριο by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 by GTP editing team 7 October 2016 «Νέα δεδομένα & μελλοντικές προκλήσεις» είναι το θέμα του 15ου Συνεδρίου του ΣΕΤΕ «Τουρισμός & Ανάπτυξη», που πραγματοποιείται στις 17 & 18 Οκτωβρίου 2016, στην Αθήνα. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Parliament Passes New Civil Aviation Authority Bill by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 The Greek Parliament on Thursday approved a draft bill that brings changes to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Application Process for Greek Business Funding Opens on Oct. 12 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 Professionals and business owners in Greece seeking grants for their enterprises can apply for government funding under the new development law as of October 12. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News SETE’s 15th Conference to Focus on the ‘Next Day’ for Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 The 15th Tourism & Development Conference of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) will focus on the “next day” for Greek tourism entrepreneurs and employees and underline the strategy the sector … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Air Traffic Controllers Announce Strike Action by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 Greece’s air traffic controllers have announced that they will begin four 24-hour rolling strikes on Sunday in protest over a draft law regarding changes to the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Tourism Minister Partners with Attica Governor to Promote Athens by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura and Attica Region Governor Rena Dourou on Thursday agreed on a closer cooperation for the strategic development and promotion of the tourist product of Athens … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Minister Kountoura Sees Cruise Tourism as Vital Force for Greece by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 Promoting Greece’s sea tourism options, including more Greek destinations in cruise itineraries, offering a wide variety of theme-related journeys and strengthening public-private partnerships (PPPs) are at the core of the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Mayors of Greek Islands Join Forces, Seek Solution to Ryanair’s Flight Cuts to Kos by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 The mayors of the islands of Kos, Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos and Nisyros have decided to join forces on how to deal with Ryanair’s move to drop Kos from its 2017 … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Aqua Vista Hotels Welcomes Two New Members to Portfolio by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 Global hotel management company Aqua Vista Hotels recently added two high-end properties under its growing portfolio: Amerisa Suites and Villa Dakoronia, both located on the island of Santorini. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News GNTO Supports Sports Tourism Event ‘Santorini Experience 2016’ by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 The “Santorini Experience” sports tourism event is being held this year under the auspices and support of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates AEGEAN Partners with Technology Provider Mozio by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 Aegean Airlines has partnered with technology provider Mozio to deliver efficient ground transportation services to passengers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News À Paris… in Athens at October Street Festival by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 by GTP editing team 6 October 2016 It’s time to experience the best of Paris in Athens during the 4th Petit Paris d’ Atenes Festival, which kicks off on October 6 and runs through to October 16 … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
