Destinations news Spending the ‘Dekapentavgoustos’ (August 15) Holiday in Attica – Events by GTP editing team 9 August 2019 by GTP editing team 9 August 2019 On the occasion of the August 15 national holiday and full moon, the Region of Attica has listed many destinations for all to discover and experience unique events. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Η Λήμνος γιόρτασε δυναμικά τη γαστρονομία και το κρασί της με το 3ο Lemnos Philema by GTP editing team 9 August 2019 by GTP editing team 9 August 2019 Στις 26 με 28 Ιουλίου η Λήμνος γιόρτασε δυναμικά τη γαστρονομία και το κρασί της με το 3ο Lemnos Philema, το Φεστιβάλ Γαστρονομίας & Οίνου του νησιού. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats US Travelers Back in Greece Spending More by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 Americans are choosing Greece again as a top destination for their holidays, spending in the first three months of the year 75.5 million euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Mykonos Holds Strong as Luxury Destinations Drop Hotel Rates by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 The popular island of Mykonos continues to hold strong this season, while other favorite jet set destinations appear to have decreased their hotel rates. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New Development Model for 10 Greek Ports by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 Greece’s government will be implementing a new model for the development of 10 state-owned ports, according to the Greek Shipping Minister. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Tourism and Transport Ministries Strengthen Ties by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 The Greek ministries of tourism and transport have expressed keenness to strengthen ties and boost cooperation to resolve critical issues. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Ancient Shipwrecks Found Near Greece’s Levitha Islet by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 Five 2,000-year-old shipwrecks have been discovered near the Greek islet of Levitha with very significant finds, according to the Greek Culture Ministry. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Submissions for 10th Amorgos Tourism Film Festival Until August 20 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 The 10th Amorgos Tourism Film Festival, which will take place October 31-November 5 on Amorgos, has opened its submission period until August 20. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece’s August 15 Full Moon Comes with Free Events at Museums, Sites by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 by GTP editing team 8 August 2019 A number of cultural events will take place on August 15 at Greece’s archaeological sites and museums to mark the full moon celebrations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Authorities Address Air Traffic Control Delays by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 The Transport Ministry is looking to address the issue of flight delays at Athens International Airport (AIA) and at other facilities across Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greek Shipping Needs Stronger Regulation to Remain on Top – Report by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 In order to retain its leading global position, Greece’s shipping sector is calling for stronger regulation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Lifts Partial Ban on Notorious Quad Bikes by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 A partial ban on the notorious quad bikes, seen in dozens roaming the Greeks islands during the summer months, has been lifted. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats WWF: Mediterranean Countries Must Take Action Against Fires by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 Mediterranean region countries sadly account for more than 80 percent of Europe’s total burnt land, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Thessaloniki’s Sites to ‘Star’ Next to Mrs. India 2019 Beauties by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 A number of sites in Thessaloniki will “star” next to the contestants of this year’s Haute Monde Mrs. India Worldwide beauty pageant in October. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Lufthansa Group: Six New Connections to United States in Summer 2020 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 Lufthansa Group in summer 2020 will launch connections to Las Vegas, Phoenix, Orlando, Anchorage, Seattle and Detroit from its hubs in Munich and Frankfurt. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary ‘New Greek Cuisine @ Liostasi’ Event on Ios to Welcome Chef Adam Kontovas by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 Well-known Greek chef Adam Kontovas will take part in the summer culinary event “New Greek Cuisine @ Liostasi” on the island of Ios. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Turkish Airlines Takes to the Sky with New Cabin Uniforms by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 Travelers on long haul flights of Turkish Airlines will now be greeted by the airline’s cabin crew dressed in brand new uniforms, inspired by many classical details of Turkey’s culture. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek ΙΝΣΕΤΕ: Τα εκπαιδευτικά ταξίδια του Σχολείου Τουρισμού OnTour τον Σεπτέμβρη by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 by GTP editing team 7 August 2019 Τον Σεπτέμβριο ξεκινούν τα νέα εκπαιδευτικά ταξίδια του Σχολείου Τουρισμού OnTour με πρώτους προορισμούς τη Σκιάθο, τη Χαλκιδική, την Κω και την Κόρινθο. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Minister Takes Action in Three Key Areas for Greece’s Tourism by GTP editing team 6 August 2019 by GTP editing team 6 August 2019 Three areas in Greek tourism will be seeing changes in the immediate future, according to Tourism Minister Haris Theoharis. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Stalled Seaplane Network Tops Greek Gov’t Agenda by GTP editing team 6 August 2019 by GTP editing team 6 August 2019 A stalled network of seaplanes that would facilitate travel and transportation between the Greek islands is a top priority for the government. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail