Destinations news Chania, Crete, Shortlisted for EU’s 2020 Access City Award by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 Chania on Crete is competing in the 2020 Access City Award event, a European Commission competition that aims to celebrate efforts of cities to be more accessible. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Amadeus Hellas Cleans Up Alimos Beach in Athens by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 Travel technology provider Amadeus Hellas recently held a cleanup operation on the beach of Loutra Alimou in Athens, as part of its “Volunteer Day”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Santorini’s Santo Maris Oia Wins ‘World Spa Award’ for Third Year Running by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 Santorini’s Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa for the third consecutive year was honored as Greece’s Best Resort Spa at the World Spa Awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Signature Travel Becomes First Greek Bike Specialist by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 Athens-based Signature Travel has become the first inbound travel agency to be certified as a Greek Bike Specialist by the NatTour organization. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Hundreds of Environmental Scientists Gather on Rhodes for 16th CEST2019 Conference by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 Rhodes recently hosted 420 environmental and technology experts from 81 countries for the 16th International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology (CEST2019). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
GR Adv. - Εκπαίδευση Smart Hospitality Center: Εκπαίδευση & πιστοποιήσεις από το AHLEI στην διαχείριση ξενοδοχείων by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 by GTP editing team 24 October 2019 Η StudySmart και το AHLEI προσφέρουν μια νέα πρόταση στην επαγγελματική τουριστική εκπαίδευση που ακούει σε ένα όνομα… Smart Hospitality Center. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news School for Tourist Guides to Open on Corfu by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 A school for tourist guides will open on the Ionian island of Corfu next year, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Manos Konsolas. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greek Culture Ministry Declares 2020 ‘Year of Melina Mercouri’ by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 The Greek Culture Ministry is dedicating the year 2020 to the internationally-acclaimed Greek actress, activist, and former culture minister Melina Mercouri. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Sustainable Santorini Cruise Tourism Tops Minister – CLIA Europe Talks by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 Ways to facilitate cruise tourism to Santorini were discussed between Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and CLIA Europe’s Maria Deligianni. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Urban Renewal Programs Can Boost Athens’ Tourism, Says Deputy Minister by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 Urban renewal programs are key to transforming Attica into a vibrant urban center appealing to both residents and travelers, says Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Manos Konsolas. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates TEMES SA: €1.2bn in New Investments to Expand Award-winner Costa Navarino by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 TEMES SA, the company behind the award-winning Costa Navarino resort, is planning to proceed with a new round of investments worth 1.2 billion euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Radisson Blu Park Hotel Athens Invests €2 Million for Revamp of Rooms and Suites by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 The Radisson Blu Park Hotel Athens has completed the revamp a number of its rooms and suites, an investment worth some 2 million euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sport events Piraeus Hosts Germany’s Rose of Charity Sailing Cup 2019 Event by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 Piraeus recently hosted the Rose of Charity Sailing Cup 2019, a German lifestyle event that aims to raise awareness on environmental issues. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Pylos Hosts Over 10,000 Visitors for Navarinia Festival 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 by GTP editing team 23 October 2019 Over 10,000 people were in Pylos, the Peloponnese, during October 18-20 to celebrate the 192nd anniversary of the Battle of Navarino. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Sees Growing Tourism Numbers from France and the UK by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 French and British travelers boosted Greece’s tourism arrivals and revenue during the first eight months of the year, according to the Bank of Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Transport Infrastructure Projects in Greece in New Athens-Beijing Cooperation Agreement by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 A renewed cooperation agreement between Athens and Beijing includes potential transport infrastructure projects in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Marketing Greece Pushes for Zero Waste Tourism Policies with ‘Opa’ Campaign by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 Marketing Greece has launched a new campaign urging tourism enterprises and organizations to say “opa” to environmentally harmful practices and adopt zero waste policies. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Divani Caravel Opens Doors to New ‘Divine Acropolis View’ Suites by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 The Divani Caravel’s brand new suites combine the Divani Collection Hotels signature hospitality experience with stunning views of the Acropolis. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers Place Grace Hotel Santorini Among Greece’s Best by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 Auberge Resorts’ Grace Hotel Santorini is included among Greece’s top resorts for 2019, according to votes by travelers for the CNT Readers’ Choice Awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards ‘Out of the Blue’ Named Best Hotel for Children in Europe at Prix Villégiature Awards 2019 by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 by GTP editing team 22 October 2019 Crete’s Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort has been announced “Best Hotel for Children in Europe” at the prestigious Prix Villégiature Awards 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail