Company updates Metaxa Group’s Hotels Receive Safety and Quality Certifications by GTP editing team 28 August 2020 by GTP editing team 28 August 2020 The hotels of the Metaxa Hospitality Group have been certified by leading international organizations for the safety standards and quality services they offer to guests. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Ethiopian Airlines Expands its Global Hub at Addis Ababa Int’l Airport by GTP editing team 28 August 2020 by GTP editing team 28 August 2020 Ethiopian Airlines has successfully completed a new state-of-the-art passenger terminal at its hub in Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Guidance on Travel-Related Issues UK Keeps Greece on ‘Safe List’ for Travel by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 Britain has kept Greece on its “quarantine-free” list of countries to and from which travelers can enter the UK without a mandatory 14-day isolation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Guidance on Travel-Related Issues Greece to Allow More Israeli Tourists by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 The Greek government has agreed to double the number of Israeli tourists allowed to visit the country from 600 to 1,200 per week as of September 1. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens Hotels 7-month Occupancy Down by 49.2% Due to Covid-19 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 Athens hotels suffered a major blow due to Covid-19 in the first seven months of the year, marking a 49.2 percent decline in occupancy rates. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece – Cyprus Ferry Link Expected to Launch by Summer 2021 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 A passenger ferry service between mainland Greece and Cyprus may be ready to launch by the summer of 2021, Cypriot Deputy Shipping Minister Vasilios Demetriades said. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Niche markets More Super Yachts Sailing Greek Waters by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 Greece is steadily evolving into a luxury destination, with all the more yachting lovers choosing to sail Greek waters. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Impact on tourism economy Study: Coronavirus Affecting Leisure Travel More by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 Leisure travel appears to be among the hardest-hit segments with business travel the least affected by the coronavirus pandemic, a study reveals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Amalia Hotel Athens Ready to Reopen on August 28 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 The Amalia Hotel Athens will reopen its doors on August 28, to welcome travelers to the Greek capital. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Lufthansa Group: No Rebooking Fees Until December by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 The Lufthansa group airlines are changing their ticket fare structure until the end of December, offering travelers the option to rebook fares several times free of charge. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Final Countdown for The Authentic Marathon Swim Event on Evia by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 by GTP editing team 27 August 2020 Only a few days to go until The Authentic Marathon Swim event, that will take place on Evia, from September 4-6. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Βecomes ECTAA’s Preferred Destination by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 Greece has become the “Preferred Destination” of ECTAA, the European umbrella association of travel agents and tour operators, for the second semester of 2020. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Government measures Greek FinMin Examines Support Measures in Covid-19 Aftermath by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 Greece’s Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said the government was preparing a mixed package of measures to support Covid-hit households and businesses. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Impact on tourism economy Study: Tourists Ready to Travel, If Safety Measures Are in Place by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 The majority of travelers are ready to consider booking domestic and international trips, but only if safety measures are in place, a study by Travelport reveals. Released by Travelport, the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Guidance on Travel-Related Issues IATA Tells Passengers Masks Save Lives by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 IATA is asking air travelers to be responsible and wear masks at all times during travel to ensure the safety of passengers and crew. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Greece’s Domes Resorts Joins Forces with Hotel Investment Partners by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 Domes Resorts has partnered with Hotel Investment Partners (HIP) to lead the management of two resorts on Corfu and Zakynthos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Lufthansa Group Restricts Exceptions from Compulsory Masks by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 by GTP editing team 26 August 2020 The airlines of the Lufthansa Group are restricting the exceptions from the obligation to wear a mask onboard their flights. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Government measures Greece Expects Tourism Revenues to Reach €5bn in 2020 by GTP editing team 25 August 2020 by GTP editing team 25 August 2020 Greece’s tourism revenues will reach 5 billion euros in 2020, according to Government Spokesperson Stelios Petsas. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Impact on tourism economy SETE: Greece’s Tourism Sector Needs Support into 2021 by GTP editing team 25 August 2020 by GTP editing team 25 August 2020 As the tourist season comes to a close and the Covid-19 effect lingers, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) has tabled six proposals to help businesses survive. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Impact on tourism economy Gloomy Outlook Ahead for Greek Hoteliers by GTP editing team 25 August 2020 by GTP editing team 25 August 2020 The Greek hospitality sector will need four years to cover lost ground with most professionals struggling to survive in 2021. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail