Company updates Anatolia Hospitality Supports Komotini’s Healthcare with Ambulance Donation by GTP editing team 11 December 2024 by GTP editing team 11 December 2024 The Anatolia Hospitality Group has donated an ambulance to the Sismanogleio Hospital in Komotini, aiming to strengthen the city’s healthcare system. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New Lighting for Dionysiou Areopagitou Pedestrian Walkway in Athens by GTP editing team 11 December 2024 by GTP editing team 11 December 2024 The Dionysiou Areopagitou pedestrian walkway, located under the Acropolis of Athens, will be upgraded with new lighting, supported by the Onassis Foundation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investment & infrastructure Minister: Greece Advancing Major Infrastructure and Transport Projects by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 The Greek Transport Ministry has identified eight key priorities to enhance transport connectivity and infrastructure resilience across Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News EU Travel Sector Talks Sustainability and Climate Crisis in Brussels Meeting by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 The climate crisis and the green transition took center stage at a high-level meeting on Tuesday at the European Parliament in Brussels. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Monocle to Publish ‘A Handbook for Greece’ in Early 2025 by Asimina Doumani 10 December 2024 by Asimina Doumani 10 December 2024 “The Monocle Handbook: Greece” will showcase the country’s unique appeal in a 250-page feature, set for publication in early 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Mykonos Breaks Cruise Arrival Record in 2024, Season to Be Extended in 2025 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 Mykonos sets another record year for cruise arrivals and will extend its cruise season from February to December in 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Paros to Welcome Greece’s First ‘Destination by Hyatt’ Hotel in 2026 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 Paros Island in the Cyclades will welcome the first “Destination by Hyatt” hotel in Greece, set to open its doors in 2026. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens Metro Line 2 to Be Extended to Acharnes in East Attica by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 The Greek Transport Ministry plans to extend Athens Metro Line 2 to Acharnes, a municipality in the East Attica regional unit. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Inspiring Women Retreat: Athens Showcased as Premier City Break Destination to UK Travel Market by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 Thirty leading female professionals from the UK travel and tourism sector toured Athens and the Athenian Riviera. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel ITA Airways: Enhanced Routes, New Generation Aircraft and Italian Excellence by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 ITA Airways introduced two additional direct flights each from Rome to Buenos Aires and Sao Paulo, while upgrading its fleet and overall services. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Property Owners Warn New Tourism Law Could Harm Short-term Rentals by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 With the Greek Tourism Ministry’s draft law under public deliberation, short-term rental owners are voicing concerns over potential hotel industry lobbying. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel LOT Polish Airlines to Launch Warsaw – Thessaloniki Flights in Summer 2025 by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 LOT Polish Airlines has announced the addition of Thessaloniki to its route network, with daily flights connecting Warsaw to Greece’s second-largest city starting in June 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Airline Failure Protection Urged in Review of Passenger Rights Regulation by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 ECTAA has welcomed renewed discussions on revising air passenger rights regulations, with a focus on implementing airline failure protection measures. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel AEGEAN Expands Network with New International and Domestic Destinations for 2025 by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 AEGEAN will add new routes and destinations to its winter and summer network starting in the new year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Festive Fun at Athens’ Christmas Village: Free Events at Pedion tou Areos Park by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 by GTP editing team 9 December 2024 The Christmas Village at Pedion tou Areos Park has officially opened, welcoming visitors to a festive holiday setting filled with various activities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Tourism Ministry Bill Open for Public Consultation by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 The Greek Tourism Ministry’s new draft law, which includes provisions targeting short-term rentals, is now open for public comment. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Accor: Greece Among Europe’s Top Travel Destinations for 2025 by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 Greece ranks as one of the top destinations for European travelers in 2025, according to a new report from hospitality group Accor. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel EU Entry/Exit System to Be Rolled Out Gradually Across Member States by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 Europe’s new digital border system, the Entry/Exit System (EES), is set to launch with a progressive start of operations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete: Tender Opens for New Passenger Terminal at Souda Port in Chania by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 A tender for the construction of a new passenger terminal at the port of Souda in Chania, Crete, has been launched. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens SafeAthens: New Innovative Safety App for Athens’ Residents and Visitors by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 by GTP editing team 6 December 2024 The Municipality of Athens has launched an innovative app, fully accessible to individuals with hearing impairments, designed to provide direct assistance to everyone within its administrative limits. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail