Awards Greek Tourism Minister Kountoura Honored for Contribution to Sports by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 The Hellenic Wrestling Federation recently honored Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura for her contribution to sports. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Aqua Vista Hotels Welcomes ‘Aplai Dome’ in Oia to Santorini Portfolio by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 Global hotel management company Aqua Vista Hotels has added another high-end property, the “Aplai Dome”, to its extensive portfolio in Oia on Santorini. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News China Colors Set the Scene for 82nd Thessaloniki Int’l Fair by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 With a few days to go until the 82nd Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), the colors of this year’s honored guest – China – are being added to the Greek city’s decor. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news British LGBT News Site Recommends the Best for a ‘Gay September in Greece’ by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 British LGBT news site “Gay Star News” is recommending Greece as the ideal destination for gay travelers to vacation in September. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates European Commission Approves German Rescue Aid to Air Berlin by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 The European Commission has endorsed under EU state aid rules Germany’s plans to grant Air Berlin a temporary 150 million euros bridging loan. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News ITB Asia 2017 Sells Out Ahead of 10th Anniversary Show in October by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 Celebrating its 10th anniversary as “Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show”, ITB Asia 2017 has completely sold out ahead of its milestone show this October. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Vote for Greece in UNWTO’s Tourism Video Competition by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 A promotional video of the Greek National Tourism Organization titled “Greece – A 365-day Destination” will compete in UNWTO’s Tourism Video Competition in China. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Announcements in Greek Η ΓΕΠΟΕΤ ζητά εξαίρεση από το νόμο για τις υπερωρίες by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 by GTP editing team 5 September 2017 Η ΓΕΠΟΕΤ διαμαρτύρεται για το σχέδιο νόμου που αφορά στην υποχρέωση των εργοδοτών να δηλώνουν πριν την έναρξη του ωραρίου στο σύστημα “Εργάνη” τις υπερωρίες ή αλλαγές στις ώρες εργασίας. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News French CEOs to Join President Macron’s Official Visit to Athens by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 French business leaders and CEO’s will accompany President Emmanuel Macron on his official visit to Athens on Thursday, September 7. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Ernst & Young: Foreign Direct Investment Lagging Behind in Greece by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 Foreign direct investment projects in Greece over the 2011-2015 period were lagging behind compared to other European countries, according to Ernst & Young (EY). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Moore Stephens: Cyber Security, Geopolitics, Costs Main Risks to Shipping by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 Cyber security, geopolitics and operating costs are among the greatest risks to the shipping sector, according to business advisors Moore Stephens. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Tziallas Promotes Greece at MICE, Tourism Marketing Conference in Slovenia by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 Greece’s authentic thematic travel experiences were presented to over 200 marketing specialists at the recent “Conventa Crossover” conference in Ljubljana, Slovenia. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
B2B events Makedonia Palace: Venue for ‘MCE South Europe 2018’ MICE B2B Forum by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 Makedonia Palace, the historical hotel of Thessaloniki, was chosen as the venue for the 4th MCE South Europe MICE forum to take place October 21-23, 2018. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates ‘Sweet Summer’ for Airbnb, Emerging as Top Choice for Tourists by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 All the more travelers are opting for short stay accommodation in private homes, according to data released recently by hospitality platform Airbnb. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Germany’s Alltours Enters Greece with Zorbas Village Takeover by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 German tour operator Alltours has entered the Greek tourism market, adding the Zorbas Village resort on Crete to its hotel chain Allsun Hotels. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Divani Caravel in Athens Welcomes Guests to Refurbished ‘Divine Suites’ by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 As part of its efforts to upgrade its services, the Divani Caravel Hotel in Athens recently completed the refurbishment of its luxury “Divine Suites”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Creta Maris’ ‘Kastri’ Certified as Sustainable Mediterranean Beach by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 Creta Maris’ “Kastri” beach on Crete was recently certified as a sustainable Mediterranean beach by the “Costa Nostrum – Sustainable Beaches” program. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Porto Carras’ 4th Gastronomy Festival Celebrates Greek Cuisine by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 Greek cuisine took center stage during the 4th Greek Gastronomy Festival organized for the fourth consecutive year by the Porto Carras Grand Resort. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news ‘Vogue Italia’ Includes Ios Among Top Destinations by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 by GTP editing team 4 September 2017 A recent feature published on Vogue Italia’s website has included Ios among the four top destinations, alongside popular vacation spots in Italy and France. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Properties Prime Buys for Luxury Holiday Home Buyers by GTP editing team 1 September 2017 by GTP editing team 1 September 2017 Mykonos, Santorini, Paros and Rhodes are among the top choices for buyers seeking to invest in luxury holiday accommodation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail