Air Travel AEGEAN-Cyprus Airways: Codeshare Partnership to Improve Connectivity for Passengers by GTP editing team 16 June 2023 by GTP editing team 16 June 2023 AEGEAN and Cyprus Airways have entered a codeshare agreement to enhance travel between Greece and Cyprus and provide seamless connectivity to international destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece Launches New ‘Tool’ to Crack Down on Tax Evasion by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 Greek authorities are enhancing tax fraud efforts with a new digital ‘tool’ that enables financial profiling and cross-referencing. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Hundreds of Small Family-owned Hotels in Greece Up for Grabs by Maria Paravantes 15 June 2023 by Maria Paravantes 15 June 2023 More than 200 mostly family-owned hotels in Greece are being sold off to the best bidders as owners are unable to cope with rising costs. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Greece and Piraeus Among Top Luxury Cruise Destinations in June by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 Greece and Piraeus are among the most popular luxury cruise hotspots this month, according to CruiseCompete’s latest survey on global cruise trends. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Peloponnese: Two New Museums to Open in Argos this Year by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 Two new museums are expected to open this year in Argos, a historic city in the Peloponnese. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Celestyal Appoints Janet Parton as VP of Business Development – UK, Europe & Australia by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 Celestyal Cruises will expand its presence in key markets following the appointment of Janet Parton as Vice President, Business Development – UK, Europe & Australia. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Korean Air CEO Receives Excellence in Leadership Award from ATW by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 by GTP editing team 15 June 2023 Korean Air CEO Walter Cho was awarded the Excellence in Leadership Award from Air Transport World (ATW) for his role as a key leader in the global aviation industry. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news No Swimming or Approach Allowed at Zakynthos’ Navagio Beach by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 Tourists will only be able to see Zakynthos’ famous Shipwreck Beach from afar for 20 minutes max. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News MICE Tourism: Athens Welcomed 40,000 Business Travelers in 2022 by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 Athens is steadily evolving into a meetings and conferences destination hosting 109 international conventions in 2022. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates LGBTQ+ Travel: W Costa Navarino Becomes First IGLTA-accredited Hotel Globally by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 W Costa Navarino in Messinia is the first IGLTA-accredited hotel in the world, showcasing exceptional inclusivity and commitment to LGBTQ+ travel. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News New Bus Stops, Parking Areas for Tourist Coaches in Athens by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 Athens Municipality designates bus stops to improve traffic and tourist experience, ensuring convenient access to attractions while minimizing disruptions. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Holiday Inn Thessaloniki Renovates Ground Floor, Opens New ‘Level 9’ Bar-Restaurant by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 by GTP editing team 14 June 2023 Holiday Inn Thessaloniki unveils renovated ground floor with “Open Lobby” concept and introduces “Level 9” Bar-Restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine and unique views. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Interviews Exclusive Interview – Julia Simpson, WTTC CEO: ‘Greek Tourism is Near Full Recovery’ by Nikos Krinis 13 June 2023 by Nikos Krinis 13 June 2023 Greece’s Travel & Tourism sector is expected to approach full recovery this year, says the WTTC’s chief, Julia Simpson, in an exclusive interview to GTP Headlines. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary Study: Greece Stands to Gain By Linking Primary Sector with Tourism by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 Linking the primary sector with tourism through gastronomy tourism can contribute to national and local economies, found a study. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news European Union’s New Rail Rules Change Compensation Rights by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 New EU rules for the protection for rail passengers faced with delays, cancellations and missed connections go into effect. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Qatar Airways Celebrates 5 Years of Flights to Mykonos Airport by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 Qatar Airways in 2023 celebrates five years of flights between Doha and Mykonos, contributing to the success of the popular Greek island as a summer destination. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Neoma Hotel in Athens Hosts Château Margüi Wine Tasting Event by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 The Neoma Hotel in Athens hosted a luxurious wine tasting event with Château Margüi, blending exquisite wines, culinary artistry and warm hospitality. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Acropolis Museum to Celebrate 14th Anniversary with Musical Tribute to Late President by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 by GTP editing team 13 June 2023 The Acropolis Museum will mark its 14th anniversary by honoring its late president, Dimitris Pandermalis, with a tribute concert and showcasing Greece’s ancient past. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy ECTAA: Package Travel Directive Rules Must Apply to All Players by GTP editing team 12 June 2023 by GTP editing team 12 June 2023 Rules that protect consumers must apply equally to all stakeholders, including airlines, say travel agents and tour operators. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news United Kingdom to Start Charging Travelers Under ETA Scheme by GTP editing team 12 June 2023 by GTP editing team 12 June 2023 Travelers to the UK will soon be required to pay an entry fee under the new Electronic Travel Authorization scheme. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail