Covid-19 Government measures Greek Vaccination Incentive ‘Freedom Pass’ Opens this Week by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 Greece’s “Freedom Pass” program offering 18- to 25-year-olds who get vaccinated against Covid-19 a pre-paid card worth 150 euros, goes into effect this week. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News GNTO and ECTAA ‘Showcase’ Greece to European Markets by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 European travel professionals were informed on Greece’s tourism infrastructure through the ‘Showcase’ online presentations by the GNTO and ECTAA. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel SAUDIA: Direct Flights Between Saudi Arabia and Athens Four Times a Week by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is continuing to operate direct scheduled year-round flights between Saudi Arabia and Athens. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Hellenic Seaways: New Schedules for High-speed Vessels to the Greek Islands by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 The Attica Group has announced new itineraries of Hellenic Seaways’ high-speed vessels “Highspeed 4”, “Hellenic Highspeed” and “Flying Cat 3”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Radisson Blu Park Hotel: Kick Back, Relax at St’Astra Blue Rooftop Restaurant by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 The Radisson Blu Park Hotel is inviting Athens’ residents and visitors to kick back and relax at the St’Astra Blue Rooftop Restaurant on its ninth floor. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Petra Restaurant of Canaves Oia Suites Honored for Excellence by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 by GTP editing team 19 July 2021 The Petra Restaurant of the Canaves Oia Suites on Santorini was honored for its excellent cuisine at the Greek Cuisine Awards 2021. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Covid-19 Rules for Flights to Greek Islands in Place Until July 26 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 Greece has extended the rules that everyone must follow when traveling from the mainland to the islands on domestic flights until July 26. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel HCAA: Passenger Traffic at Greek Airports on Upward Trend by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 Greek airports in June recorded a steady upward trend in passenger traffic and arrivals from abroad, according to data from the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Athens Municipality and GNTO Team Up to Promote Greek Capital as Leading Destination by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 The Athens Municipality and the GNTO are joining forces to promote the Greek capital as a leading international tourism destination. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Flight Activity at Athens Airport Picks Up Pace by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 Athens International Airport has recovered 77% of total 2019 traffic so far and is up by 74% or 273 flights against last year, according to Eurocontrol. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Covid-19: IATA Calls on States to Follow WHO Guidance on Cross-border Travel by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 IATA is calling for states to follow new World Health Organization (WHO) guidance on travel that recommends a “risk-based approach” to implementing measures related to Covid-19 and international travel. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Impact on tourism economy Travel Restart Needs Global Recognition of All Approved Covid-19 Vaccines, Says WTTC by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 The restart of international travel could be seriously delayed without worldwide recognition of all approved Covid-19 vaccines, warns the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy EU’s ‘Fit for 55’ Climate Plan Triggers Reactions by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 Greek shipowners are among those reacting against the EU’s “Fit for 55” plan, which includes proposals for members states to meet a 2030 target of slashing greenhouse gas emissions by … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Santorini’s Grace Hotel Launches Gastronomy Experiences at Santoro Restaurant by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 The Santoro Restaurant of the Grace Hotel Santorini, Auberge Resorts Collection is launching unique culinary experiences for guests and locals on Santorini this summer. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Makedonia Palace’s Salonica Restaurant Once Again Wins Greek Cuisine Award by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 by GTP editing team 16 July 2021 The Salonica Restaurant of the Makedonia Palace hotel in Thessaloniki has once again been honored for its contemporary cuisine at the Greek Cuisine Awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greece Updates Covid-19 Travel Rules, Bumps Rwanda and Thailand Off Safe List by GTP editing team 15 July 2021 by GTP editing team 15 July 2021 The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) has updated and extended all aviation directives concerning arrivals to Greece from abroad. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Government measures Greece to Allow Vaccinated-only In-person Exhibitions in Autumn by GTP editing team 15 July 2021 by GTP editing team 15 July 2021 Ιn-person events and exhibitions in Greece will be allowed as of September 1, but only for participants vaccinated against Covid-19. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Infrastructure, Connectivity Key to Keeping Cruise Companies in Greece by Maria Paravantes 15 July 2021 by Maria Paravantes 15 July 2021 Greece is taking steps to accelerate port infrastructure upgrades and ensure stronger air connectivity in order to handle more cruise ships and passengers in the future, according to Deputy Tourism … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greek Hospitality Industry Not an Attractive Employer, Says Survey by Eleftheria Pantziou 15 July 2021 by Eleftheria Pantziou 15 July 2021 Greece’s hospitality industry is not considered an attractive employer due to its demanding working conditions and high seasonality, an ITEP survey has revealed. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Villa 1870 Promises Luxurious Stays on Corfu by Eleftheria Pantziou 15 July 2021 by Eleftheria Pantziou 15 July 2021 Villa 1870, a 19th century mansion located on the Greek island of Corfu, is open and ready to welcome guests all year around. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail