Destinations news Athens – Attica Hotels Reach 69.1% Occupancy in 2022 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 Occupancy levels at hotels in Athens, Attica, reached 69.1% in 2022, still down by 10.7% over pre-Covid 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Impact on tourism economy Business Travel Making Strong Comeback in Europe, Says GBTA by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 Ιnternational bookings for business trips in Europe have recovered to some 60% of their pre-pandemic levels, according to data released by GBTA. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel TUS Airways: Flights to 5 Greek Destinations from Cyprus in Summer 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 TUS Airways will launch connections from Larnaca to Corfu, Kefalonia, Chania and Preveza this summer and add more flights on its route to Heraklion. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Thessaloniki and Halkidiki Work Together to Attract More Irish Travelers by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 The tourism organizations of Thessaloniki and Halkidiki are working together to promote their destinations as a unified, single tourism product. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Fifteen Stolen Artifacts to Return to Greece from Switzerland by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 Fifteen ancient artifacts, including figurines and pots, will be repatriated to Greece, following a Swiss court ruling on illegal trafficking. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Aria Hotels Boosts Cyclades Portfolio with Historic ‘Villa Selena’ on Syros by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 Aria Hotels has expanded its portfolio with the addition of Villa Selena, a neoclassical mansion, on the Greek island of Syros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Emirates Operates Test Flight Powered with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 Emirates has operated the first 100% SAF-powered flight in the Middle East and North Africa, marking a milestone in reducing its carbon footprint. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News UNWTO Announces Winning Tourism Startups of ‘Awake Challenge’ by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 by GTP editing team 3 February 2023 The UNWTO has announced the 15 winners of its “Awake Challenge”, celebrating the startups that can contribute to the development of a sustainable tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Americans Made Most Searches for Accommodation in Athens in 2022 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 High number of online searches reflect growing interest by Americans to stay in Athens this year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats UFI Barometer: Global Exhibition Industry Adapting to Post-Covid Era by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 The majority of companies active in the global exhibition industry are set to recoup 80% of pre-Covid 2019 levels in June. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel AEGEAN – TUI France to Offer Flights from Lille to Greece by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 Greek carrier AEGEAN and TUI France announced the launch of direct flights from Lille Airport to destinations in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Luxury Cruise to Dominate the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Greece by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 The appeal of Greece for luxury cruising will be one of the main highlights of the upcoming 7th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum this April in Thessaloniki. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Launches Tender for Ioannina-Albania Road Netork by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 Greece has launched tender for a road project to facilitate travel between Epirus and the Albanian border. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Strengthens Cultural Ties with India and Lithuania by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 Greece is taking steps to strengthen its bilateral cultural relations with India and Lithuania. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Costa Navarino Kicks Off 2023 Tourism Season from February 19 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 Costa Navarino in Messinia, Greece, will kick off the 2023 season with an expanded destination proposition that includes a new beachfront ultra-luxury hospitality offering and unrivalled experiences. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates ‘Nelios’ Digital Marketing Agency Earns ‘Great Place to Work’ Certification by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 Nelios, a leading Greek digital marketing agency for hotels, has gained “Great Place to Work” certification for creating a healthy working environment based on strong bonds between employees. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary Thessaloniki to Join Urban Vineyard’s Global Network by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 The Municipality of Thessaloniki will join the global Urban Vineyard Association and feature its own organic vineyard. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Hotelier Academy Greece: Ξεκινάει τη Δευτέρα το 5o Event δωρεάν ξενοδοχειακών Webinars by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 by GTP editing team 2 February 2023 Ο 5ος κύκλος των δωρεάν ξενοδοχειακών webinars της Hotelier Academy θα παρουσιάσει 15 σεμινάρια σε συνεργασία με τις κορυφαίες εταιρείες του κλάδου. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greece Extends Covid-19 Travel Restrictions on Arrivals from China by GTP editing team 1 February 2023 by GTP editing team 1 February 2023 The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority has extended the travel restrictions imposed on people from China traveling to Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Greek Laws Greece to Clamp Down on Tax Evasion from Short-term Rental Activity by GTP editing team 1 February 2023 by GTP editing team 1 February 2023 Greek tax authorities are giving Airbnb-style property hosts until February 28 to update information on the AADE registry. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail