Event News Alternate Tourism Minister Welcomes Chinese Media Tour to Athens by GTP editing team 26 August 2015 by GTP editing team 26 August 2015 A media tour of China’s state-owned Xinhua News Agency entitled “Chinese Dream, Silk Road Dream”, which aims to spread awareness of China’s friendly policies towards other countries, made a stop … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Sparta Dig Brings Mycenaean Palace, Linear B Tablets to Light by GTP editing team 26 August 2015 by GTP editing team 26 August 2015 Excavations near the Peloponnesian town of Sparta have revealed a Mycenaean palace dating back to the 17th-16th century BC as well as several Linear B tablets, the Greek Culture Ministry … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek Elections to Put Tourism to the Test… Again by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 Greece’s tourism industry will again have to flex its muscle ahead of yet another election period set for this coming September, in the middle of the fall tourism season, which … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Tourism Resilient: Arrivals Stronger Than Ever by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 Greece may be in the midst of economic and political turmoil, but tourism is still going strong, according to the latest figures released by the Bank of Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New Marina on Rhodes Starts Trial Operation by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 A new marina on the Greek island of Rhodes has started trial operation, poised to accommodate the high level demands of mega yacht owners. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Finnair to Open New Scheduled Flights to Greece in 2016 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 In summer 2016, Finnair has announced that new scheduled flights will replace previously chartered flights to five Greek destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news CNN – S. Aegean Region Ink Tourism Promo Deal, First Results at WTM by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 As part of its action plan to reverse the negative image of Greece, in the international media, which in many cases has bruised local tourism, the South Aegean Region is … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Sitia, Crete: ‘So Hard to Say Goodbye’ – Promo Video by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 The Municipality of Sitia recently released its second promotional video, as part of its official tourism campaign entitled “Sitia: Discover the authentic Crete”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News ‘Hydra Opsis’ Photo Exhibit to Kick Off Next Month by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 by GTP editing team 25 August 2015 The “Hydra Opsis” photo exhibit featuring the work of Greek photographer Tassos Venetsanopoulos will open on September 5 and run through to November 1 at the Historical Archives – Museum … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Initiatives ‘Dodeka’ Action Plan to Establish Greece as All-year Tourism Choice by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 In efforts to make Greece an year-round tourist destination, the Hellenic Association of Travel & Tourist Agencies (HATTA) announces the launch of “Dodeka”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Business Travel Coalition: Travel Industry Rejects Lufthansa Group €16 Surcharge by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 The Business Travel Coalition has submitted a letter to Lufthansa Group in which it rejects the airline’s plans to implement a 16-euro surcharge on any tickets not purchased through Lufthansa’s … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats On the Road Again… Arrivals to Greece from Bulgaria, Turkey Rise by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 Road travelers from neighboring Turkey and Bulgaria are sending land arrival figures in Greece to new heights. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Niche markets Medical Tourism Gaining Ground in Greece by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 Greece is gaining ground as a medical tourism destination thanks to the quality and variety of medical services offered, the friendlier costs and the wide array of holiday choices. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Perissa Beach on Santorini Offers Swimming Access to the Disabled by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 A special mobility ramp, powered by the sun, has been installed at Perissa beach on Santorini to provide swimming access to people with disabilities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crowdfunding for ‘Athena’ Model Contest on Agistri Kicks Off by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 Putting euro and political woes aside, the tiny Greek Saronic isle of Agistri is ready to make up for lost time and money by hosting the ‘Athena’ Model Contest and … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Etihad Airways Launches New ‘Fare Choices’ by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 by GTP editing team 24 August 2015 Etihad Airways will implement a new fare structure from September 14 to provide more choice and clarity when booking flights. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Interest in Greek Culture Grows, Visitor Attendance Rises by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 Museums, theaters and archaeological sites in Greece, are attracting more visitors thanks in part to extended opening hours and lower admission fees, the culture ministry has announced. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Tourism Industry Vital for Employment in Greece, Figures Show by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 Greek tourism contributes to the country’s employment and boosts the revenue of social security funds, more than other sectors of the economy, recent figures show. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece’s ‘Enchanted’ Caryatids Return to their Birthplace, Thessaloniki by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 Replicas of Thessaloniki’s “Enchanted”, legendary Caryatids, will return to their birthplace on the initiative of the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) to mark its 80-year anniversary next month. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Chios New Limnia Marina Opens with 15th Aegean Regatta by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 by GTP editing team 21 August 2015 Over 700 boats will be sailing into Limnia port on the island of Chios, during the 15th Aegean Regatta, inaugurating the new 55-spot marina on August 23. The 15th Aegean … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail