Event News Promoting Greece as Leading Luxury Wedding Destination Remains a Priority for GDPA by Nikos Krinis 1 February 2024 by Nikos Krinis 1 February 2024 Making Greece known all over the world as the ideal location for hosting luxury weddings, remains the main aim of the Greek Destination Planners Association (GDPA). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates OTA Insight Rebrands as Lighthouse, Becomes Unified Commercial Platform by Nikos Krinis 1 February 2024 by Nikos Krinis 1 February 2024 OTA Insight, a leader in cloud-based market intelligence for the travel and hospitality industry, has rebranded as Lighthouse to illuminate new capabilities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Looking to Win Over New Tourism Markets in 2024 by Nikos Krinis 31 January 2024 by Nikos Krinis 31 January 2024 Greece is looking to open to new markets this year, including China and India, following a record year of tourist arrivals and revenue in 2023. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Athens to Host Europe’s Premier R&R Hospitality Conference for Next 3 Years by Nikos Krinis 31 January 2024 by Nikos Krinis 31 January 2024 Athens, Greece, for the next three years will be the host destination for the R&R, Europe’s only resort-focused investment conference. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Cyprus Airways: Greece a Big Part of Expansion Plans by Nikos Krinis 19 January 2024 by Nikos Krinis 19 January 2024 Cyprus Airways plans to boost its presence and commitment in Greece by adding new Greek destinations to its program and increasing frequencies on existing routes. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Study: Leisure Travelers Now Booking Trips Earlier, Spending More by Nikos Krinis 18 January 2024 by Nikos Krinis 18 January 2024 Spending more, booking earlier and lost luggage are some of the insights provided in a recent survey about 2024 travel planning by Sabre. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News European Travel Commission to Hold Annual Meeting in Athens by Nikos Krinis 18 January 2024 by Nikos Krinis 18 January 2024 The European Travel Commission’s research and marketing directors of national tourism organizations in Europe will gather in Athens, Greece, in February. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete in ABTA’s ‘Destinations to Watch in 2024’ Report by Nikos Krinis 5 January 2024 by Nikos Krinis 5 January 2024 Crete is included in ABTA’s “Destinations to Watch in 2024” report, which is intended to inspire holidaymakers and help inform their decision making. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates Athens Airport Soars to New Heights with 28 Million Passengers in 2023 by Nikos Krinis 4 January 2024 by Nikos Krinis 4 January 2024 Athens Airport in 2023 reached a record high with passenger traffic over 28 million, surpassing pre-Covid 2019 levels by some 10%. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Athens’ Hotel Grande Bretagne to Celebrate 150-year Anniversary with Events by Nikos Krinis 28 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 28 December 2023 The Hotel Grande Bretagne, one of the most recognizable and iconic hotels in Athens, is planning a series of events to celebrate its 150th anniversary. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Hard Rock’s First Hotel Casino in Greece Expected to Open in 3 Years by Nikos Krinis 22 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 22 December 2023 The “Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens” has officially entered its construction phase. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Airline SKY express to Boost Fleet in 2024 with Six New Aircraft by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2023 SKY express plans to welcome six new aircraft into its fleet by June 2024, according to the Greek airline’s head, Ioannis Grylos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel SKY express Unveils Name of First Airbus A321neo: ‘CYPRUS’ by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2023 Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides on Tuesday christened the first SKY express Airbus A321neo aircraft that is named in honor of the airline’s first international destination: “CYPRUS”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Interviews Interview – Sabre’s Sean McDonald Talks Travel Trends, the World of NDC and the Greek Market by Nikos Krinis 18 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 18 December 2023 Sabre’s Sean McDonald speaks about the company’s NDC offering, technology and the Greek market in the world of travel. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Expects Over €20 Billion in 2023 Tourism Revenues by Nikos Krinis 15 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 15 December 2023 The Greek government is expecting 2023 tourism-related revenues to reach 20 billion euros up from 18.17 billion euros in record-breaking 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Lampsa Hotels Plans to Open the Best Winter Resort in Greece in 2025 by Nikos Krinis 15 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 15 December 2023 Greek hospitality group Lampsa Hellenic Hotels is aiming to create the best luxury mountain resort in Greece with the revamp of the Elatos Resort on Mount Parnassos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Report: Athens is a ‘Must-see’ Destination but with ‘Weaknesses’ by Nikos Krinis 14 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 14 December 2023 Athens is in fact a “must see” destination, but lags behind other European cities due to “inherent weaknesses”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Athens and ‘its Islands’ Should be Promoted Together, Says Hotels President by Nikos Krinis 14 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 14 December 2023 Athens hoteliers are suggesting the joint promotion of the Greek capital and the nearby islands of the Saronic Gulf. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates NJV Athens Plaza Elevating the Guest Experience with ‘Smart’ Rooms by Nikos Krinis 14 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 14 December 2023 The NJV Athens Plaza hotel in the Greek capital has announced a new investment that will see 50 “smart” Business Classic Rooms as part of its offering. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Study: Lower Category Greek Hotels Need Access to Funding Programs for Upgrades by Nikos Krinis 13 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 13 December 2023 Lower category hotels in Greece need access to funds to make improvements and keep up with the times. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail