Destinations news Greece Destinations Making International Good News Again by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 Whether its Ikaria and its super diet that keeps islanders alive and well way into their hundreds, the island of Kefalonia as the setting for Louis de Bernieres’ novel Captain … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Ministry to Launch E-ticket System for Greek Museums, Archaeological Sites by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 In efforts to tap into the benefits of the country’s archaeological offerings, the Greek Culture Ministry will introduce e-tickets for access to archaeological sites and enrich art and museum items … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News ‘Santorini Experience’ Promises Challenging Runs, Breathtaking Views by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 During May 1-3, Santorini Island will welcome the Santorini Experience, an ultimate sports event with breathtaking views, challenging routes and a rewarding experience! 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Record Bookings on Ryanair’s Athens Summer Schedule by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 Ryanair on Thursday announced record advance bookings on its Athens summer 2015 schedule, during a media event in the Greek capital. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Water Arch Welcome for American Airlines’ Athens-Philadelphia Route by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 A ceremony welcoming American Airlines’ first flight on the route Philadelphia-Athens was held at Athens International Airport (AIA) on Friday. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Russian Regatta Boosts Tourism Ties with Greece by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 Greece has proposed to host Russia’s “Regatta Verkhnevolzhskaya” in the Argosaronic Gulf in 2016. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek H Περιφέρεια Νοτίου Αιγαίου ενημερώνει για τον σεισμό by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 by GTP editing team 17 April 2015 Το τμήμα Πολιτικής Προστασίας Περιφέρειας Νοτίου Αιγαίου σας ενημερώνει ότι την Πέμπτη 16-04-2015 σημειώθηκε σφοδρή σεισμική δόνηση μεγέθους 6,2 της κλίμακας Ρίχτερ, 14 χλμ Νοτιοδυτικά της ν. Κάσου σε θαλάσσιο … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments WTTC: Greece ‘Well-placed’ but Tourism Growth Must Go Hand-in-hand with Investment by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 Travel and tourism is the driving force of investment and economic growth for local economies but countries set to see an increase in visitors must ensure that infrastructure is in … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Full-speed Ahead for East Med Yacht Show 2015 on Poros, Greece by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 The harbor of Poros in Greece is getting ready to welcome international charter professionals, private yacht brokers, travel agents and tour operators to give a broad display of up to … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greek Sites and Museums See More Visitors and Revenue in 2014 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 Visitors to Greek archaeological sites last year increased by 21.9 percent to 9.95 million compared with 2013, according to data released on Thursday by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Businesses to Follow New Rules When Renting Space on Greek Beaches by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 The Greek ministries of Finance and Interior recently signed a decision that includes new rules for businesses interested in renting spaces on beaches to operate bars and cafes. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Full House but No Cash in Hand for Greek Hoteliers, Online Bookings New Lifeline by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 Greek hoteliers are now turning to foreign markets to ensure liquidity as banks are not offering financial backing and tour operators are minimizing and delaying advance payments. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Culture Ministry Demands Christie’s Greek Sale Be Annulled, Says Artifact Removed Illegally by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 The Greek culture ministry is demanding that an April 15 Christie’s sale of a 4th-century BC marble funerary stele for over $136,000 be called off as the artifact has been … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Hellenic Seaplanes Includes Greek Islands Chios, Psara and Oinousses in Waterway Network by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 Greek company Hellenic Seaplanes has expanded its waterway network to include the ports of North Aegean islands Chios, Psara and Oinousses. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Athens Airport Wins at Routes Europe 2015 Marketing Awards by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 Athens International Airport (AIA) ranked top at this year’s Routes Marketing Awards that took place on April 14 at the historic Castle Fraser in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Registration for the Tinos Running Experience Kicks Off by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 by GTP editing team 16 April 2015 Tapping into the growing potential of sports tourism, the Cycladic island of Tinos is joining an increasing number of other Greek destinations in organising this year the 2nd Tinos Running … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats UNWTO: Exports from International Tourism Rise to $1.5 Trillion in 2014 by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 International tourism receipts increased by US$ 48 billion in 2014 to reach a record US$ 1,245 billion. An additional US$ 221 billion was generated from international passenger transport, bringing total … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy GNTO Earmarks Almost 1 Million Euros to Promote Greece in Europe, US Via Google by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 The Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) has allocated over half a million euros for its latest promotional campaign to be launched via Google in the US and across Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Council of State Opens Door to Private Management of Greek Marinas by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 The Greek Council of State has given the green light to private entities to lease and operate marinas across the country, without however having the right to claim ownership of … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Argo Travel Brings Greece Closer to Vietnamese Market by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 by GTP editing team 15 April 2015 Argo Travel Group was the sole Greek exhibitor at the Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) held recently in Hanoi and presented destination Greece to leading Vietnamese tour operators and travel … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
