Destinations news Heraklion Port Majority Stake Officially Acquired by Grimaldi Group by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 The Heraklion Port Authority is embarking on a new era of growth following the acquisition of a majority stake in its share capital by the Grimaldi Group-Minoan Lines S.A. consortium. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Air France Adds New Daily Athens-Paris Flight to Winter Schedule by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Beginning November 5, Air France will introduce a new daily flight from Athens to Paris as part of its winter schedule. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece Reclaims Three Antiquities from the United States by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Three antiquities, previously in the possession of a U.S. citizen, have been repatriated to Greece through the Greek Consulate in Atlanta, Georgia. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates King George Hotel to Unveil Impressive 21-meter Glass Installation by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 The King George Hotel in Athens will soon unveil a landmark art piece inspired by the olive tree, highlighting its commitment to providing a rich cultural experience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Kalamata Launches New Digital Platform to Promote Local Events by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 The Municipality of Kalamata has introduced a new digital platform designed to promote and provide information about various events, aiming to attract interested visitors to the city. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens to Celebrate World Car-Free Day with Over 20 Events by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Bustling Athinas Street in central Athens will become a car-free and pedestrian-friendly space for 24 hours to mark World Car-Free Day. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Top Markets Analysis Market Analysis IX: Athens Airport’s Top Markets – CANADA by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Welcome to GTP Headlines’ weekly feature, spotlighting the top markets of Athens Airport. This week: CANADA! 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise CLIA Calls for Delay on Greek Cruise Passenger Levy, Citing Industry Concerns by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 CLIA is urging the Greek government to delay the implementation of the newly announced cruise passenger levy by one year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece Extends Public Consultation for New Special Spatial Framework for Tourism by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Public consultation on the new Special Spatial Framework for Tourism has been extended following significant public interest in participation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov EU Sustainable Transport and Tourism Portfolio Goes to Greece’s New Commissioner in Brussels by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Apostolos Tzitzikostas was appointed the new Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov PM Mitsotakis Applauds Greece Receiving Key EU Portfolio for Tourism and Transportation by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis expresses his strong support and enthusiasm for the EU’s Transportation and Tourism portfolio, which has been entrusted to Greek Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Environmental Groups Challenge Draft Tourism Spatial Framework by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Eleven environmental organizations in Greece have raised objections to the proposed Special Spatial Framework for Tourism, citing concerns over its lack of sustainable development measures. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Airports: Passenger Traffic Up 9.1% in First 8 Months of 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Passenger traffic at all Greek airports saw a 9.1% increase during January-August compared to the same period last year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Heraklion, Crete, to Host 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in May 2025 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 The city of Heraklion on Crete will host the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum, the East Med’s premier cruise conference, in May 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens Municipality Signs Climate Neutrality Agreement, Targeting 2030 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 The Municipality of Athens is set to implement a series of measures to achieve its Climate Neutrality Agreement by 2030, which was signed in partnership with 75 official entities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Le Figaro Magazine Showcases Thrace’s Rich Culture and Natural Beauty by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Le Figaro Magazine explores Thrace’s rich culture, vibrant gastronomy, and stunning nature in a detailed feature on Greece’s northern gem. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Eurostat Webinar to Unveil Latest European Tourism Statistics by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Eurostat will host a webinar on September 18 to present the latest tourism statistics, offering valuable insights into the European sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Οι 3 λόγοι που πρέπει οι επαγγελματίες της φιλοξενίας να επισκεφθούν το 100% Hotel Show τον Νοέμβριο by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 by GTP editing team 17 September 2024 Η ομάδα του 100% Hotel Show σχεδιάζει πλέον κάτι παραπάνω από μια απλή παρουσίαση εταιρειών. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review Greece Rolls Out Cruise Passenger Levy with High Rates for Santorini and Mykonos by GTP editing team 16 September 2024 by GTP editing team 16 September 2024 A new levy for cruise passengers at Greek ports will have higher rates for Santorini and Mykonos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Increases Climate Resilience Fee, Announces New Rules for Short-Term Rentals by GTP editing team 16 September 2024 by GTP editing team 16 September 2024 The Greek government has announced increases to the climate resilience fee and new rules for short-term rentals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail