Company updates Hilton Expands in Greece with New Hotels on Mykonos and Karpathos by Nikos Krinis 22 November 2024 by Nikos Krinis 22 November 2024 Global hospitality leader Hilton announced the opening of two new resorts in Greece, marking a significant expansion in the country. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA Slams Spain’s Decision on Cabin Baggage Fees and Airline Fines by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) condemned a decision by the Spanish government to override European law, remove cabin baggage fees for passengers in Spain and fine airlines 179 million … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News New Delhi: Greek MP Theoharis Promotes Maritime and Tourism Collaboration by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 Showcasing Greece’s maritime expertise, Harry Theoharis emphasized the benefits of India’s integration into the global maritime industry through collaboration with Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel SKY express Launches New Direct Route from Athens to Istanbul by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 Greek airline SKY express has inaugurated a new direct flight connecting Athens to Istanbul as part of its ongoing expansion strategy. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
MICE TIF-Helexpo: Logo Design Competition to Celebrate 100th Anniversary by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 TIF-Helexpo, Greece’s national exhibition body, has launched a competition to design a new logo in celebration of its 100th anniversary since its founding. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Tilos Island Wins Prestigious Awards for Sustainable Business Initiative by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 by GTP editing team 22 November 2024 The Greek island of Tilos earned top honors at the European Enterprise Promotion Awards (EEPA) for its “just go zero” sustainability initiative. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Corporate Events at Grand Hyatt Athens: A Year of Prestigious Gatherings and Global Partnerships by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 Grand Hyatt Athens continues to solidify its reputation as a premier destination for international meetings. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece to Introduce Draft Bill with Strict Operating Rules for Airbnb-type Rentals by Nikos Krinis 21 November 2024 by Nikos Krinis 21 November 2024 New operating rules for short-term rental accommodations in Greece will be introduced through a draft law by the Tourism Ministry 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review Greece Transforming its Tourism with Digital Platforms and RFF-Funded Infrastructure Projects by Nikos Krinis 21 November 2024 by Nikos Krinis 21 November 2024 Greece is planning transformative initiatives aimed at enhancing its image as a leading travel destination. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Athens Hoteliers Urge Municipalities Not to Increase Stayover Duty by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 Athens’ hoteliers have called on municipalities across the Attica region to refrain from raising the stayover duty for hotels. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Technology Greece Launches Island Decarbonization Fund to Promote Green Transition by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 Greece has launched an Island Decarbonization Fund, aimed at reducing the Greek islands’ reliance on polluting energy sources. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Elounda Hills Mega Tourism Investment on Crete Moves Forward with Greek State Approval by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 Elounda Hills, a pioneering sustainable residential development on Crete, has officially received approval from the Greek state, marking a significant milestone in the project’s progress. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Barcelona: EHHA Files Complaint to EU Over Catalan Short-Term Rental Rules by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 The European Holiday Home Association (EHHA) has filed a complaint with the European Commission, arguing that Catalan short-term rental rules are unjustified, disproportionate, and violate EU law. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Governor Proposes EU Funding Mechanism for Natural Disaster Prevention by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 Region of Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias called on the EU Committee of the Regions to establish a new Prevention and Resilience Facility to support climate change projects. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens Metro Line 4 Tunnels Ready by 2026, Says Minister by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 All tunnels for the new 13-kilometer Athens Metro Line 4 are expected to be completed by 2026, according to Greek Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Christos Staikouras. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Greece Wins Gold and Bronze Honors at Historic Hotels of Europe Awards 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 Four Greek hotels received prestigious honors at the Historic Hotels of Europe Awards 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Jet2 Increases Summer 2025 Flights to Zakynthos and Kefalonia from Leeds Airport by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 Jet2 included Zakynthos and Kefalonia to the destinations with additional flights in summer 2025 from Leeds Bradford Airport. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Roman-Era Bust Returns to Greece from Germany by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 by GTP editing team 21 November 2024 The University of Münster Archaeological Museum, Germany, voluntarily returned a marble bust to Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece’s Sustainability-based Hotel Rating System Moving Forward by GTP editing team 20 November 2024 by GTP editing team 20 November 2024 A proposed sustainability-based hotel rating system in Greece has been included in the Tourism Ministry’s upcoming legislative bill. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Europe Leads Global Tourism FDI Projects in 2024 by GTP editing team 20 November 2024 by GTP editing team 20 November 2024 Europe has emerged as a global leader in foreign direct investment (FDI) for tourism, hosting 40% of the world’s greenfield projects in 2023. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail