Announcements in Greek Υπουργείο Πολιτισμού: «Πράσινες πολιτιστικές διαδρομές» με πλήθος εκδηλώσεων, με ελεύθερη είσοδο, σε όλη τη χώρα by GTP editing team 3 June 2015 by GTP editing team 3 June 2015 Το Υπουργείο Πολιτισμού διοργανώνει και φέτος, από τις 5 έως τις 7 Ιουνίου, την επικοινωνιακή δράση «Πράσινες Πολιτιστικές Διαδρομές» με πλήθος εκδηλώσεων για το ευρύ κοινό και τη μαθητική κοινότητα … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Lufthansa’s Decision to Charge for GDS Bookings Sparks Reaction from Amadeus by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 The Lufthansa Group airlines announced on Tuesday that as of September 1 it will include a 16-euro surcharge – the Distribution Cost Charge (DCC) – for every ticket issued by … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Report: Travel and Tourism Sector is Third Biggest Employer in the World by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 Travel & Tourism is the third biggest employer after retail and agriculture, according to new research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). In 2014, the travel and tourism … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek Exports Rise as Local Companies Do Business in Germany by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 Greek and German businessmen came together during the 2nd Greek-German Food Forum held recently in Pieria, northern Greece, to discuss collaborations and exports. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Geo Routes Greece Establishes Cultural Cooperation with National Kyiv-Pechersk Ukraine by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 Greece’s Geo Routes Cultural Institute has signed a Memorandum of Understanding and Cooperation with Ukraine’s National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical & Cultural Preserve that aims at the strengthening the inter-cultural dialogue, the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Fully Renovated ‘Vigla Hotel’ Treats Travelers to Amorgos Island Delights by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 Focusing on the latest developments in hospitality and respecting the needs of modern travelers, the Vigla Hotel, located on Amorgos, is welcoming the summer season with a full renovation of … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Ancient Macedonia Culture Features on Italian TV by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 The ancient civilization of Central Macedonia will be featured on Italian television as part of the Halkidiki Tourism Organization’s (HTO) ongoing promotional efforts marking the Year of Aristotle 2016 – … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Day Event Focuses on Birdwatching, Ecotourism as a Way to Boost Thessaly Economy by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 Identifying ways to tap into the potential of alternative forms of tourism and restoring Lake Karla, in central Greece, into a leading ecotourism/birdwatching destination topped the agenda of a recent … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Revamped Athens Ledra Set for Summer with Open Pool and More by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 The luxury Athens Ledra Hotel has renovated its Panorama Restaurant & Pool Bar and is ready to usher in the summer season with the finest menu and drinks during moments … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek «Άνοιξη στο Ιστορικό Κέντρο» – σειρά εκδηλώσεων, ανοιχτές σε όλους by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 by GTP editing team 2 June 2015 «Άνοιξη στο Ιστορικό Κέντρο» – σειρά εκδηλώσεων του Δικτύου Οργανώσεων και Πολιτών για ένα Βιώσιμο Ιστορικό Κέντρο, σε εμβληματικές περιοχές του Ιστορικού Κέντρου, ανοιχτές σε όλους. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Discusses Expanding Relations With the United Arab Emirates by GTP editing team 1 June 2015 by GTP editing team 1 June 2015 Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura is on a working visit in the United Arab Emirates to promote Greek tourism and attract foreign investment to Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destination Specials Luxury & the City: Athens’ Handpicked Hotels for Pampering and Thrills by GTP editing team 1 June 2015 by GTP editing team 1 June 2015 GTP takes a closer look at luxury travel in Greece. The first in our series focuses on city break hotels. From the lavish hotels in Athens and its surrounding suburbs … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek Tourism Body Proposes Safeguard Clause Against Sudden VAT Hikes by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 In efforts to ensure that pending deals for 2016 go ahead, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) proposed on Thursday, the inclusion of a safeguard clause in contracts between foreign tour … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Guests Gratified, Customer Satisfaction Index Up by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 Greek hotels, the quality of services and the hospitality offered are winning over more visitors as demonstrated by the high guest satisfaction index for April 2015 compared to rival destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Ellinair Summer Flights Schedule Takes Off by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 Greek carrier Ellinair presented its enhanced summer 2015 schedule with new connections between Greek destinations and hubs abroad, increased flight frequency, competitive rates, and for the first time, six new … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Soprano Laura Mamakos to Give Free Outdoor Concert to Raise Awareness for Athens by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 Greek soprano Laura Mamakos will perform in a free outdoors concert in Thissio on Friday, June 5, within the framework of a series of events held to raise awareness for … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Registration Open for Third XTERRA Greece Off-road Triathlon Event by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 Top professional and amateur athletes from 23 countries will meet up on June 20 at Lake Plastira in Karditsa, for the 3rd XTERRA Greece Championship. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Emirates Launches ‘Be There’ Campaign by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 Emirates has launched a global campaign that celebrates curiosity, wanderlust, and the adventure that comes with travel dubbed “Be There”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Singapore Airlines A380s Adopt Special Livery to Celebrate Singapore’s 50th by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 Singapore Airlines is celebrating the nation’s Golden Jubilee by having two Airbus A380s in a special livery, featuring a large Singapore flag-themed design on the fuselage. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News UNWTO Conference to Address Quality in Mediterranean Destinations by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 by GTP editing team 29 May 2015 The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced that its upcoming second conference on “Destination Management in the Mediterranean” will focus on enhancing the quality of the visitor’s experience through … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
