Destinations news Uber Sees Record Growth in Greece Thanks to Booming Tourism by GTP editing team 7 October 2024 by GTP editing team 7 October 2024 Uber reported record growth in its services in the Greek market during the summer of 2024, driven by an increase in tourist arrivals and an extended tourism season. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary Kouzina 2025: Eastern Halkidiki’s Gastronomy Event to Celebrate Honey and Wine by GTP editing team 7 October 2024 by GTP editing team 7 October 2024 The Municipality of Aristotle in Eastern Halkidiki has announced the key themes for its upcoming “Kouzina” gastronomy event, scheduled for May 17-18, 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Σχολές Τουρισμού: Νέα προθεσμία για υποβολή αιτήσεων by GTP editing team 7 October 2024 by GTP editing team 7 October 2024 Άνοιξαν ξανά οι αιτήσεις στις σχολές του υπουργείου Τουρισμού με προσφερόμενες θέσεις σε διάφορες ειδικότητες. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates Greece’s August 2024 Passenger Traffic Up 18.7%, Ranking 5th in European Recovery by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Greece ranks fifth among European countries in terms of recovery compared to pre-pandemic August 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece and Italy to Modernize 1986 Tourism Pact by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Greece and Italy have agreed to elevate their tourism cooperation by renewing an agreement originally established in 1986. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Projects Totaling €2.83 Billion Announced for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace Region by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Greece’s prime minister has announced projects totaling 2.83 billion euros for the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Ferry Services to Halt October 22-23 Due to 48-Hour Strike by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Ferries throughout Greece will be halted from October 22 to 23 due to a 48-hour strike announced by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Sees Rental and Home Sale Prices Surge During Q3 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Housing and rental prices in Greece continue to rise, with the Spitogatos Index reporting another increase in the third quarter of 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Jet2 Launches Largest Greek Program for Summer 2026: 14 Destinations, 3 Million Seats by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Jet2 unveils its largest Greek program for Summer 2026: 14 destinations, 110 routes, and 3 million seats. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Skiathos Hoteliers Conclude Summer Season and Sets Sights on 2025 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 The hoteliers association of Skiathos celebrated the conclusion of this summer’s tourism season for the island and looks forward to the upcoming season in 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Technology Events Invitation to Participate in the Innovation Attica Hackathon 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 November 7 is the final date to submit participation proposals for the Innovation Attica Hackathon 2024, which seeks solutions for challenges in the tourism and culture sectors. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Air Travel Demand Soars 8.6% in August as the Market Heats Up, Says IATA by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 The air travel market is thriving, with airlines effectively responding to the growing demand, according to IATA. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Ferry Captains Call for Urgent Upgrades at 102 Ports by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 The union of Greek ferry captains has released a report warning of urgent safety concerns at Greek ports due to inadequate infrastructure. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Skiathos Hoteliers Raise Concerns Over Greek Government’s Overtourism Measures by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 The Skiathos Hoteliers Association argues that overtourism is being used as a pretext for tax increases. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation EU Report Highlights Benefits of Rail Competition on Prices and Sustainability by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 A European Commission report on rail competition is poised to serve as a blueprint for the rail agenda of EU Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas, according to the European Rail Freight … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Condé Nast Traveller Readers Applaud Greek Hotels and Destinations for 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 Greek islands, hotels, resorts, and Athens International Airport received prestigious accolades at the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards by Condé Nast Traveller. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Naxos Impresses UK Travel Market as a Sustainable Tourism Destination by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 Following a recent fam trip to Naxos, top UK travel agents announced plans to feature the Greek island as a “Sustainability Ambassador” destination on their platforms. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards ‘Crete, Sense The Authentic Taste’ Wins in Food Film Menu 2024 Competition by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 The film “Crete: Sense the Authentic Taste” won the top award at the International Food Film Menu 2024 competition, highlighting the island’s unique culinary traditions. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Athens Among Air Serbia’s Top Mediterranean Destinations in September by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 Athens, Greece, was one of Air Serbia’s most popular Mediterranean destinations in September. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attiki Odos Highway Toll Price Drops Starting October 6 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 Tolls on the Attiki Odos ring road in Athens will be reduced from 2.80 euros to 2.50 euros, effective on October 6, as part of a new concession agreement. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail