Trade Associations - Gov Greece Eyes Tourism Ties with Iran by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 The Secretary General of the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) Dimitris Tryfonopoulos will lead a delegation of representatives from Greece’s tourism sector to Tehran, Iran, on January 28-29 to strengthen … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Dodecanese Vice Governor Tells Turkey, EU to Take Action, Stop Death Toll in the Aegean by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Regional Vice Governor of the Dodecanese Haralambos Kokkinos is calling on the Greek government, Turkey and the EU, to step in and step up their efforts towards putting a stop … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Domotel, City College Join Forces, Offer Hands-on Training by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Domotel Hotels & Resorts and the City College University of Sheffield International Faculty have teamed up to offer students the chance to improve their skills and hands-on experience through joint … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Turkey’s EMITT Expo Kicks Off on Jan 28, Celebrates 20th Year by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Celebrating its 20th year and recognized as one of the top five tourism exhibitions in the world, the East Mediterranean Tourism and Travel Exhibition – EMITT is getting ready to … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Recruitments Ioannis Bras Steps In as Head of S. Aegean Waterways Network by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Ioannis Bras has been appointed project manager for the South Aegean Region waterway network as part of the regional authority’s strategic plan to expand the islands’ tourism potential. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Princess Cruises to Add New Ship to Fleet in 2019 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Princess Cruises has confirmed that Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri will build a new ship for the line, which will enter service in late 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Lufthansa Becomes Launch Customer of Best-selling A320neo, New Era in Commercial Aviation Opened by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 The Lufthansa Group recently marked a major step in aviation history by taking delivery of the first A320neo, the world’s best-selling and most fuel efficient single aisle aircraft. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates KLM Welcomes ABN AMRO Bank to Corporate BioFuel Programme by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 The ABN AMRO bank has become the 12th partner in KLM’s Corporate BioFuel Program. Corporations participating in the KLM program pay a surcharge that covers the price difference between sustainable … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News WTM London, ONBC Announce Launch of 2016 Official LGBT Village by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 World Travel Market (WTM) London recently announced the 2016 launch of the Official LGBT Village at WTM London. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy U.S. Begins Changes to Visa Waiver Program Entry Requirements by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 The United States on Thursday began implementing changes under the Visa Waiver Program Improvement and Terrorist Travel Prevention Act of 2015. Citizens of the 38 countries in the U.S. Visa … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News UNWTO Expresses Support for Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 Geopolitical developments and the refugee situation were the main topics discussed between Greece’s Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura and the UN World Tourism Organization’s (UNWTO) secretary general, Taleb Rifai, in … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Greek Seamen Announce New 48-hour Strike, No Ferries on Jan 27-28 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 The Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) on Thursday announced a new 48-hour strike on January 27 and January 28. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Ancient Lefkada Theater Unearthed by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 Archaeologists have unearthed an ancient theater on the Greek island of Lefkada in the area of Koulmos Hill, the culture ministry said on Wednesday. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece’s Halkidiki Lures Investments for Tourism Projects by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 The region of Halkidiki in northern Greece, has attracted more than 300 million euros in investments in tourism in the last three years, the Halkidiki Tourism Organization (HTO) said this … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Caldera Yachting… for the Optimal Sailing Experience! by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 If you’re looking for an exceptional and unforgettable experience that offers the comfort and pleasure of luxury personalized cruises around the island of Santorini then you’re searching for Caldera Yachting! 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards TripAdvisor: Greek Hotels Named Among World’s and Europe’s Best for 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 Travelers worldwide have placed several Greek hotels on TripAdvisor’s 2016 lists for top accommodations in the world and Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News BlueGrowth II Rewards Innovation, Startups for Positive Change by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 Inspiration and innovation were the focus of the 2nd Blue Growth startup competition held at the Piraeus Marine Club on Tuesday, bringing to the fore young entrepreneurs and their concepts … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Sustainability ‘Music Village’ @ Athens Airport: Puppet Show, Chamber Music and Funky Tunes! by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 The Musicport of Athens International Airport (AIA) will welcome the “Music Village”, one of the most dynamic artistic communities in Europe, this Friday, January 22, and offer moments of art, … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Oι νέες αντικειμενικές τιμές των ακινήτων σε όλη την Ελλάδα by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 Δημοσιεύτηκε στο ΦΕΚ η απόφαση ΠΟΛ 1009 του υπουργείου Οικονομικών για την αναπροσαρμογή των αντικειμενικών τιμών του συστήματος αντικειμενικού προσδιορισμού της αξίας των με οποιαδήποτε αιτία μεταβιβαζομένων ακινήτων, που βρίσκονται … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Cosco Group Set to Acquire 67% of Piraeus Port by GTP editing team 20 January 2016 by GTP editing team 20 January 2016 China’s Cosco Group will acquire 67 percent of Piraeus Port Authority (OLP), Greece’s largest port, after the company submitted an improved offer of 368.5 million euros, the Greek privatization fund … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
