Surveys, Trends & Stats ABTA: UK Travelers Show Growing Confidence in Overseas Trips by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 UK citizens are currently more confident about traveling overseas than they were at this time last year, according to ABTA – The Travel Association. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Fraport Continues Upgrades at 14 Greek Regional Airports, Invests €50m Annually by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 Fraport Greece invests 50 million euros annually to upgrade the 14 regional airports it manages in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Governor Proposes ‘European Network of Regions’ for Sustainable Development by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias has proposed the establishment of a European Network of Regions, aimed at addressing key issues including sustainable waste management and the efficient operation of public transportation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Wherever Awards 2024: Greece Recognized as Top Family Destination by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 Greece shined as the best international and multigenerational family destination for American travelers at the Wherever Awards 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece Celebrates Voluntary Return of 5th Century BC Crater from Italy by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 A 5th century BC crater, gifted in 1953 to Italian Prime Minister Alcide de Gasperi, has been returned to Greece by his grandson Paolo Kati de Gasperi. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel ITA Airways Meets its Travel Partners in Athens, Greece by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 ITA Airways recently updated its local business and trade partners in Athens about the latest developments in the airline’s route network. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News WTTC Announces Final Line-Up for 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced its full stellar line-up for its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia, with 68th U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats International Tourist Arrivals Hit 96% of Pre-pandemic Levels in January-July by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Around 790 million tourists travelled internationally in the first seven months of 2024, only 4% less than in 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens Hoteliers Call for Clarity on Proposed Fee Hikes by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Athens and Attica hoteliers oppose the Greek government’s planned fee hikes, citing concerns about competitiveness and the purpose of the increases. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greece Allocates Over €600 Million for Port Infrastructure Upgrades by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 The Greek government is aiming to improve the interconnectivity of the islands and upgrade port infrastructure. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Strengthens Ties with French Market at IFTM Top Resa 2024 Expo by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 While attending the IFTM Top Resa expo in Paris, Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias forged key partnerships to boost tourism flows to the Greek region. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy New Tax for Small Boats in Greece Effective This Year by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Boat owners with vessels up to 12 meters in length are required to pay a new tax, ranging from 100 to 200 euros, by September 30. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Six Beaches on Rhodes Lose Blue Flag Certification by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Six beaches on Rhodes have been removed from the “Blue Flag” 2024 list after failing to meet the program’s stringent operational and sustainability standards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture New Lighting Transforms Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion has been illuminated with a new lighting system, providing visitors with a refreshed visual experience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Amalia Hotel Delphi: Newly Renovated for Premier Conferences and Company Retreats by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Amalia Hotel Delphi has completed an extensive renovation, transforming into a sophisticated venue tailored to meet the needs of today’s business professionals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates NEW Hotel in Athens Hosts Unique Installations Celebrating Contemporary Art by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 The NEW Hotel in Athens unveils a series of art installations across select spaces, celebrating contemporary artistic creation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Η Χίος και οι Οινούσσες υποδέχονται το 23ο Navigator Forum by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Το 23ο Navigator Forum θα πραγματοποιηθεί 20-22 Σεπτεμβρίου και αναμένεται να προσελκύσει πάνω από 200 συμμετέχοντες. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise SETE Opposes Greek Government’s New Measures for Tourism by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 SETE has raised several concerns regarding the Greek government’s new measures aimed at supporting a sustainable tourism model. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Santorini Hoteliers Worry New Measures May Affect Tourism Season by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Santorini’s hoteliers are worried about the new measures for the tourism sector presented by the Greek government. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov European Travel Industry Applauds Greece’s Commissioner for New EU Tourism and Transport Portfolio by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Greece’s commissioner has been assigned the new European portfolio for Sustainable Transport and Tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail