Company updates Aqua Vista Hotels Brings Virtual Reality to Life by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 Aqua Vista Hotels has embarked on an exciting new initiative, bringing the latest in high-tech to the client’s hospitality experience in the form of virtual reality tours on its website. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates A Decade of Success for Aldemar’s Sympossio Greek Gourmet Touring by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 Aldemar Resorts’ Sympossio Greek Gourmet Touring, a collaborative project promoting Greek gastronomy, recently celebrated 10 years of Greek tastes on tour. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Divani Caravel’s ‘JuJu Bar & Restaurant’ Honored at FNL Awards 2019 by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 The JuJu Bar & Restaurant of the Divani Caravel hotel has been honored as a “newcomer” at the FNL Best Restaurant Awards 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Makedonia Palace’s ‘Salonica Restaurant’ Awarded for its Modern Greek Cuisine by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 The Salonica Restaurant of the Makedonia Palace hotel in Thessaloniki, has been announced a winner of the FNL Best Restaurant Awards 2019, in the Modern Greek Cuisine category. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Elatos Resort Invites All to Experience ‘1st XTERRA‘ Multi-sport Event by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 The Elatos Resort & Health Club during May 31 – June 2 will host the the 1st XTERRA – Elatos Resort Experience, a multi-sport event for children and adults. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Συνεχίζεται η στρατηγική συνεργασία του ΙΝΣΕΤΕ με το Πανεπιστήμιο Cornell by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 by GTP editing team 7 February 2019 Πρόσβαση στα online προγράμματα του πανεπιστημίου Cornell για τους επαγγελματίες του ελληνικού τουρισμού προσφέρει για ακόμη μια χρονιά το ΙΝΣΕΤΕ. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Expecting Twice as Many US Travelers in 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 Greece is expecting the number of travelers from the US to Greek destinations to double this year on the back of a 25 percent rise in incoming US tourism in … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Central Greece Thermal Springs Get Green Light by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura gave the green light for the operation of two thermal springs in Smokovo and Soulanta in Thessaly, Central Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Misc In Memory of Pericles Panagopoulos by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 Pericles Panagopoulos, one of the most successful Greek shipping magnates, passed away at the age of 83 on Tuesday, February 5. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece to Launch Tender for the Lease of Mykonos, Rhodes Marinas by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 Greece’s public assets fund will announce tenders for the long-term lease of marinas on Mykonos and Rhodes, which will include a series of activities and the potential for commercial use. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy South African Ambassador Applauds Kountoura’s Achievements in Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 South African ambassador to Athens, Marthinus van Schalkwyk, has praised Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura for achieving to boost Greece’s tourism development. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Cruiseway Travel: Demand for Luxury Cruises on the Rise by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 Demand for luxury cruises has been on the rise during the last few years, a trend continuing into 2019, according to Athens-based agency Cruiseway Travel. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news 6th Mediterranean Yacht Show Extends to Five Days – Registration is Open by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 The coastal town of Nafplio in the Peloponnese is preparing to host the 6th Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS), which this year will be extended to five days, from May 4 to 8. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Discounts on Ferry, Air Travel for Rhodes Marathon Announced by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 Blue Star Ferries and AEGEAN are supporting the 6th International Rhodes Marathon and will offer ticket discounts for those who will travel to Rhodes for the event. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Γνωρίστε τους ομιλητές του 100% Hotel Workshop Tour 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 by GTP editing team 6 February 2019 Ταλαντούχοι επαγγελματίες, που θα εμπνεύσουν και θα μεταβιβάσουν την τεχνογνωσία τους, συνθέτουν και φέτος την ομάδα των ομιλητών του “The Boutique Hotel Workshop”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Bloomberg: Greece Working to Keep UK Travelers Coming After Brexit by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 The Greek government is reportedly taking measures ahead of a no-deal Brexit, in efforts to facilitate incoming tourism from the UK. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Report: Thessaloniki Port Could Boost Balkan Activity by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 Thessaloniki Port, the second largest container port in Greece, can boost activity in the Balkan region and Southeastern Europe, once upgrade works are completed. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Holiday Airline Germania Announces Collapse, Cancels All Flights by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 German low-cost carrier Germania announced that it has filed for bankruptcy, attributing the company’s collapse to increasing fuel prices. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Study Reveals how Greece can Attract Foreign Direct Investment by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 Greece can achieve growth by tapping into the manufacture of aircraft and ships – areas that attract foreign direct investment, according to a study carried out by IHS Markit. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum 2019: Renewed Optimism for East Med Cruising by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 by GTP editing team 5 February 2019 Τhe 2019 Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum, to be held May 28-29 in Athens, will focus on the industry’s renewed optimism for cruising in the East Med. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail