Announcements in Greek Νέο πρόγραμμα ΕΣΠΑ για τουριστικές επιχειρήσεις από τις 18 Δεκεμβρίου by GTP editing team 15 November 2017 by GTP editing team 15 November 2017 Από τις 18 Δεκεμβρίου 2017 θα γίνεται η υποβολή αιτήσεων για το νέο πρόγραμμα ενίσχυσης μικρομεσαίων τουριστικών επιχειρήσεων του ΕΣΠΑ 2014-2020, ύψους 120 εκατ. ευρώ. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Brief News Mythos Beach Resort Certified with Travelife Gold Award by GTP editing team 15 November 2017 by GTP editing team 15 November 2017 The Mythos Beach Resort on Rhodes was recently awarded the Travelife Gold Certification for its excellent performance in managing its social and environmental impacts. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Brief News Arachova Hoteliers to Kick Off Winter Season with Various Events by GTP editing team 15 November 2017 by GTP editing team 15 November 2017 The Arachova Hoteliers Association will celebrate the start of the winter season with a series of events on the town’s central square, on November 25. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greek Island VAT Rise Not Bringing in Gains by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 Revenue from the elimination of a special tax status applicable on a number of Greek islands has proven disappointing, according to an October tourism survey. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Heraklio Port Welcomes New Cruise Ship Terminal by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 Secretary General for Ports, Port Policy and Maritime Investment Christos Lambridis recently visited Heraklio on Crete, to inaugurate the port’s new cruise terminal. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Halkidiki Hoteliers: Sharing Economy Accounting for €30m in Losses by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 Hotels and rented room owners in Halkidiki are being deprived of 30 million euros in revenue from the operation of Airbnb-style properties, the Halkidiki Hotel Association said. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
B2B events Greece’s ‘Xenia’ Hotel Expo Ready to Make Major Comeback by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 The trademark “Xenia” hospitality trade show will make a major comeback on November 25 when it opens its doors to Greek tourism sector professionals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos Restored by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 The Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos, believed to be the spot John the Apostle received his visions recorded in the Book of Revelation, has been renovated with EU funding. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
B2B events Philoxenia, Hotelia Expos Bring the Crowds to Thessaloniki by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 The 33rd edition of the International Tourism Exhibition “Philoxenia”, held in parallel with the Hotelia show, attracted more than 20,000 visitors to Thessaloniki. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates TUS Airways Launches Athens-Larnaca Direct Service by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 TUS Airways is expanding its presence in the Greek market by launching a new direct service connecting Athens to Larnaca, starting on December 1, 2017. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Caldera Yachting is Global Winner at Luxury Travel Guide Awards 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 Caldera Yachting was honored as “Charter Company of the Year – Global Award Winner 2017” in this year’s Luxury Travel Guide Awards held in London. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Air Serbia Introduces New Flexible Fare Categories by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 Air Serbia recently announced its new pricing policy, which includes new categories of fares, offering its passengers with flexibility and more options. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Emirates Group Net Profit Up By 77% by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 Emirates Group announced a 77 percent increase in net profits to $631 million for the first half of the 2017-18 financial year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Creta Maris Receives ‘Outstanding Package Performing’ Award by Expedia.com by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 The Creta Maris Beach Resort on Crete was recently honored with the “Outstanding Package Performing” award by Expedia.com. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
100% Hotel Show 2017 100% Hotel Show 2017 Constructions Expected to Impress and Engage Visitors by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 by GTP editing team 14 November 2017 In its fifth year, the 100% Hotel Show is raising the bar higher by aiming to make a visit to the exhibition a unique experience for visiting hoteliers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2017 Year in Review - GTP Thousands Hit the Streets for 35th ‘Athens Marathon. The Authentic’ – Photo Report by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 More than 51,000 professional and amateur runners enjoyed perfect weather conditions in the 35th “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” on November 12. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Fraport Greece Aiming for Direct Flights from Asian, Arab Markets by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 Riding the momentum of growing tourist flows, Fraport Greece aims to boost direct flights from Asian and Arab markets to Thessaloniki airport. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Welcomes a 100% Rise in Indian Travelers by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 The number of Indian travelers choosing Greece as a tourism destination this year shot up by more than 100 percent compared to 2016. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens Promoted as City Break Destination at WTM 2017 by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 Athens was promoted as a city break destination by the City of Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB), during the WTM London 2017 expo. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Kountoura Runs for Tourism at 35th ‘Athens Marathon. The Authentic’ by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 by GTP editing team 13 November 2017 With the message “Run for Tourism” printed on her t-shirt, Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura led the Tourism Ministry-GNTO running team in the 5K race of the 35th “Athens Marathon. … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail