Misc EgyptAir Skyjack Ends at Cyprus Airport, Culprit Surrenders by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 The seven-hour highjacking incident on EgyptAir Flight MS181 has come to an end at Larnaca Airport in Cyprus, after the perpetrator surrendered to authorities early on Tuesday, following negotiations. No … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Thessaloniki and Halkidiki Expect Rise in Russian Arrivals this Season by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 Tourism professionals from the Northern Greek cities of Thessaloniki and Halkidiki predict a rise in arrivals of Russian visitors to Greece this year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards National Geographic: Greece has the Best Bookstore in the World by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 The best bookstore in the world can be found on the Greek island of Santorini, according to National Geographic’s book “Destinations of a Lifetime”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Sifnos Shuns Plastic Bags, Aims to Become ‘Greener’ than Ever by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 The Cycladic island of Sifnos is putting plastic bags to sleep and instead opting for environmentally friendlier material pouches in efforts to become greener and self-reliant. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Autohellas Hertz Profits Up by 16%, Group Invests in New Fleet by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 Thanks to increased profits, up by 16 percent, Autohellas Hertz is investing in the renewal of its fleet of vehicles. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Happenings Xanthi to Attempt World’s Biggest ‘Carioca’ Sweet Guinness Record by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 In a bid to gain entry into the Guinness Book of World Records, the Chamber of Commerce of Xanthi, in northeastern Greece, has announced it will create the biggest “carioca” … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards WTM London: World Responsible Tourism Awards 2016 Kick Off 20th Year of Ethical Tourism by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 Tourism businesses, organisations and initiatives around the world are now being invited to submit an entry into the World Responsible Tourism Awards 2016 at WTM London, as the world celebrates … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek ΕΣΠΑ 2014-2020: «Ενίσχυση Τουριστικών ΜΜΕ» – Υποβολή αιτήσεων by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 Το Υπουργείο Οικονομίας, Ανάπτυξης και Τουρισμού ανακοινώνει ότι ξεκινάει η διαδικασία ηλεκτρονικής υποβολής της αίτησης χρηματοδότησης των επιχειρηματικών σχεδίων, για τους ενδιαφερόμενους της δράσης «Ενίσχυση τουριστικών μικρομεσαίων επιχειρήσεων (ΜΜΕ) για … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek ΕΒΕΑ: «Ποιος διώχνει τις επιχειρήσεις από την Ελλάδα;» by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 Tο Εμπορικό και Βιομηχανικό Επιμελητήριο Αθηνών προχώρησε στην έκδοση φυλλαδίου με τίτλο «Ποιος διώχνει τις επιχειρήσεις από την Ελλάδα;» για την ευαισθητοποίηση όλων όσων με τις αποφάσεις και τις πολιτικές … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greece Sees Positive Signs from Russian Market at MITT 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 Moscow’s International Travel and Tourism Exhibition – MITT recently wrapped up its 23rd edition with many positive signs for Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Works on Paros Airport in the Pipeline? by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 The airport on the Cycladic island of Paros is set to be operational in four months’ time with construction works expected to kick off in April, according to local media … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards April Tribute to Iconic Brands: GTP, Danae.Travel Proud to be History-makers by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) and Danae Travel, both members of the Danae Group, are proud to be among the companies that have for three decades promoted Greece, its tourism … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Aegean Airlines to Continue Alternative Flights to and from Lille until April 1 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 Greek carrier Aegean Airlines will continue to operate alternative flights to and from Lille airport until April 1, as Brussel’s – Zaventem (BRU) airport remains closed. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards S. Aegean Region Clinches Newcomer Award at Russia’s MITT 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 The South Aegean Region’s tourism efforts are paying off with local authorities picking up the ‘Newcomer Award’ at this year’s MITT tourrsm fair held in Moscow over the weekend. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Education ReGeneration Internship Project to Back Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 The six-month ReGeneration internship program kicks off for a third consecutive year in Greece, lending its support this year to the tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Air France Makes a Difference on the Web, Scoops up “Travel d’Or 2016” Award by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 Air France was recently honored for its online services at the French tourism industry’s ‘Les Travel D’Or’ awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Airbus Launches New Cabin Interior for A330neo Aircraft by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 Airbus has launched a new cabin interior-design brand named “Airspace by Airbus”, which will debut on its new A330neo widebody jet. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
New faces New Faces: Christina Argyrou, Partnerships Manager at ‘Welcome’ by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 This week, the Greek Travel Pages (GTP) introduces Christina Argyrou, the Partnerships Manager at Welcome, a start up travel company that provides, via transfers, travel essentials and mobile technology, the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greece Agrees at MITT to Host Greek-Russian Forum on Tourism by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 Moving full speed ahead towards stronger ties in tourism, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura agreed on Thursday with Russian Federation Deputy Culture Minister Yurievna Manilova and the head of Russia’s … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments WTTC: Tourism Investment in Greece Drops, Better Outlook in 10 Years by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 Greek tourism seems to slowing down this year according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) which predicts that tourism investment in Greece is set to drop, adding however … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail