Destinations news Hoteliers Urge Improvements at Greece’s Land Border Crossing Points by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 Greek hoteliers are calling for upgrades at Greece’s land border crossing points to ease procedures and reduce delays for road tourists. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Απαλλαγή από τα κόμιστρα στα ΜΜΜ για τους σπουδαστές των τουριστικών εκπαιδευτηρίων by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 Απαλλαγή από τα κόμιστρα στα ΜΜΜ θα έχουν όλοι οι σπουδαστές/στριες των ΑΣΤΕ και οι καταρτιζόμενοι/νες των ΣΑΕΚ του υπουργείου Τουρισμού. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA: Passenger Demand Grows Across All Regions in June by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 All regions showed strong growth for international passenger markets in June 2024, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy AI Act: European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Law Takes Effect by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 The European Artificial Intelligence Act went into effect, requiring EU countries to designate national authorities to oversee its implementation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Archaeological Sites Ancient Olympia to Launch Innovative App to Enhance Tourism by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 To enhance the experience of visiting Ancient Olympia, the municipality is collaborating with Panteion University to develop the Olympia App. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel British Airways Owner IAG Cancels Air Europa Acquisition by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 International Airlines Group (IAG) has terminated its deal to acquire the remaining 80% of Air Europa for 400 million euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Hilton Adds Nearly 400 SLH Boutique Hotels to Global Luxury Portfolio by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 by GTP editing team 2 August 2024 Hilton has expanded its global luxury portfolio with nearly 400 boutique hotels through its exclusive partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates Athens Airport Leads Europe’s ‘Mega Airports’ in Passenger Traffic Growth for January-June by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 Athens Airport is at the forefront among Europe’s ‘Mega Airports’ in terms of passenger traffic growth for the period from January to June. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise CLIA: Cruise Companies Eager to Expand to New Destinations in Greece by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 CLIA has confirmed the strong interest of cruise companies in expanding their itineraries to include new Greek destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review New Hotel Rating System in Greece to Emphasize Sustainability by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 Hotels in Greece are to be categorized by a new rating system that will assess and certify their social and environmental footprint. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Nominates Apostolos Tzitzikostas for EU Commissioner Role by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has selected Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Regional Governor of Central Macedonia, to represent Greece at the European Commission. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Airlines Cancel Flights to Israel Amid Mideast Tensions by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 A number of airlines have canceled flights to Israel citing security concerns amid spiraling tensions in the Middle East. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Hellenic Seaplanes: 52 New Water Airports in the South Aegean by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 Hellenic Seaplanes and the South Aegean Region are planning to establish 54 new water airports to improve travel among the Aegean islands. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Kalamata Upgrades Tourism Experience with Digital Info Kiosk by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 The new digital info kiosk at the port of Kalamata invites residents and visitors to explore and learn more about the city’s landmarks. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Visitors Can Now ‘Explore Maroussi’ with New City Map by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 Maroussi’s new map helps residents and visitors discover attractions, cultural sites, parks, hospitals, and public services, among others. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Epirus: North Tzoumerka to Install Electric Vehicle Charging Stations by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 Electric vehicle charging stations are to be available in the mountainous Region of Epirus, northern Greece, specifically in North Tzoumerka. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Υπεγράφη η νέα Συλλογική Σύμβαση Εργασίας για ξεναγούς Αθηνών-Πειραιώς by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 by GTP editing team 1 August 2024 Η νέα σύμβαση εργασίας προβλέπει τους όρους αμοιβής και εργασίας των ξεναγών Αθηνών- Πειραιώς και θα διαρκέσει μέχρι τον Μάιο του 2027. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Northern Greece Road Tourism Arrivals to Greece Up in June, Reaching 1.5 Million by GTP editing team 31 July 2024 by GTP editing team 31 July 2024 Arrivals to Greece via road reached nearly 1.5 million this June, with visitors from the Balkans and Turkey heading to the northern part of the country. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ACI Europe: Air Traffic Finally Above Pre-pandemic Levels in First Half of 2024 by GTP editing team 31 July 2024 by GTP editing team 31 July 2024 A full recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic for the airport industry was confirmed by the latest air traffic report released by ACI Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greek Taxis Now Required to Display Credit Card Payment Signage by GTP editing team 31 July 2024 by GTP editing team 31 July 2024 Taxis in Greece are now required to display a special sticker informing customers that they accept credit card payments. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail