Company updates Wyndham Hotels Brings its ‘Residences’ Product to Piraeus, Greece by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the development of its first residential-style hotel under the Wyndham Residences brand in Piraeus. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Athenaeum InterContinental Athens Hotel Embarks on €35 Million Renovation by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 The Athenaeum InterContinental hotel in Athens has launched an extensive renovation project aimed at reinforcing its position as a leading hotel in the city. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News WTM 2024: 40,000 Tourism Professionals to Contribute £200m to London Economy by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 The World Travel Market (WTM) 2024 travel and tourism exhibition is expected to contribute some £200 million to the London economy in just a week’s time. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ETC: Greece Among Top 10 European Destinations for Fall and Winter 2024/2025 Travel by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Greece is among the top 10 European destinations that travelers plan to visit between October 2024 and March 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel INSETE: Greece Sees 1.6 Million More Air Arrivals in January-September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Greece saw a significant increase in foreign arrivals — both by air and road — during January-September. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Receives Praise from IMF for ‘Exemplary Success’ in Economic Growth by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 “Greece has been upgraded during the last five years, no longer being the weakest link but an exemplary success,” the country’s economy minister, Kostis Hatzidakis, said after attending IMF and … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Central Macedonia: Tourism and Key Industries to Get Funding for Innovation by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 SMEs in the tourism sector of Central Macedonia are among the most active applicants seeking funding through an ESPA program announced by the regional authority. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Lavrio Port on Track for Future Development and Upgrading by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 The Greek government’s strategic plan to enhance key port infrastructure includes the development of the port of Lavrio, Attica’s third-largest port. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news GNTO and Magnesia Hoteliers Unite to Form New Working Group for Tourism Boost by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 A working group dedicated to promoting tourism in Magnesia, Thessaly, was formed between the destination’s hotel association and the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Eurowings Launches Winter 2024 Route from Hamburg to Thessaloniki by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Eurowings passengers can enjoy twice-weekly flights from Hamburg to Thessaloniki in winter 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Education EHL Hospitality Business School Announces Greek Endowment Fund at Alumni Event by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 EHL Hospitality Business School has announced the creation of the Hellenic Endowment Fund, designed to support the school’s first Greek scholarship. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Two Athenian Bars Among the World’s Best for 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Athens’ “Line” and “Baba au Rum” are among the World’s 50 Best Bars, celebrated for their cutting-edge cocktails and distinctive ambiance. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Ranks 27th in OECD International Tax Competitiveness Index by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 Greece ranks 27th among the 38 OECD countries in this year’s International Tax Competitiveness Index (ITCI). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Greek Laws Upskilling and Reskilling: Greece Prioritizes Human Resources in Tourism Sector by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 The Greek government will invest up to 45 million euros in upskilling and reskilling programs for tourism professionals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greek Rail Network to Undergo Major Modernization with EIB Support by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 To improve the safety, punctuality, and sustainability of its railway network, Greece has signed an agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to shape rail investments over the next two … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel SKY express Expands to Albania, Launches Direct Athens-Tirana Route by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 Greek airline SKY express is now connecting Athens with Tirana, the capital of Albania, five times a week. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Hellenic Seaplanes Successfully Completes First Trial Flight to Ermioni by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 Opening new chapter in alternative transport and steadily advancing plans for a hydroplane transportation network in Greece, Hellenic Seaplanes reaches Ermioni. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Civitel Hotels & Resorts to Promote Greek Hospitality at WTM London 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 Civitel Hotels & Resorts will take part in the WTM London 2024 tourism expo, presenting its distinctive properties and outstanding services to a global audience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Attica and Shanghai Unite for Enhanced Educational and Cultural Cooperation by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 The regional authority of Attica is set to strengthen its cultural ties with China, marking a significant step towards fostering deeper bilateral relations through collaborative educational and cultural initiatives. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Amorgos International Short Film Festival Returns in November by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 The 15th Amorgos International Short Film Festival will take place on Amorgos from November 14 to 29 featuring short films from Greece and the world. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail