Destinations news Greek City Among Finalists for ‘2025 European Green Smart Tourism Pioneer’ Title by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 Nea Propontida, a sustainable destination in Halkidiki, is a finalist for the “2025 European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism” title. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Pelion Hoteliers Protest Suspension of Steam Train ‘Moutzouris’ Routes by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 Hoteliers in Pelion, Thessaly, are calling for the resumption of routes for ‘Moutzouris’, the historic steam train and popular tourism attraction. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greek Culture Ministry Looks to Boost Collaborations with Korean Museums by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 The Greek Culture Ministry is seeking to enhance collaborations between museums in Greece and Korea. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Sabre Appoints Richard Viner as Head of UK & Ireland Corporate Account by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 by GTP editing team 26 September 2024 With experience from Expedia, Egencia, and TravelPerk, Richard Viner will bring his industry knowledge to Sabre’s multi-source content strategy, driving innovation in corporate travel. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece-Japan Tourism Talks Include Direct Flights and Investments by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 Establishing direct flights is essential for strengthening tourism relations between Greece and Japan, according to Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News GNTO Sets Full Agenda to Woo Japanese Tourists to Greece by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 The GNTO will participate in Tourism Expo Japan 2024 with an agenda aimed at increasing tourist flows from the Japanese market to Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News World Tourism Day 2024 to Focus on Peace by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 The theme for World Tourism Day 2024 is ‘Tourism and Peace’- a particularly timely topic given the current global climate of conflict and division. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Faces Limited Train Services on September 26 Due to Strike by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 On September 26, Greece’s train services — including the Suburban Railway — will be suspended or altered due to a 24-hour strike. However, the Athens metro to and from the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greece Prioritizes Green Transition and Digitalization in Maritime Sector by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 Green transition and digitalization are the two key pillars shaping the policies of the Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Argentina’s Ambassador Discovers Tourism Potential of Peloponnese by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 Peloponnese Governor Dimitris Ptohos and Argentina Ambassador to Greece Luis Alfredo Azpiazu explored ways to collaborate in the region. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Aria Hotels Expands to Latin America, Enters Colombian Market by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 Aria Hotels plans to transform two historic sites in Colombia into luxury hotels and villas, with the first set to open in mid-2026. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens Car-free Festival Attracts 15,000 Visitors to Over 20 Events by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 The Municipality of Athens marked International Car Free Day with a special 24-hour festival that attracted over 15,000 people to more than 20 events. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture European Cultural Heritage Days 2024: Free Entry to Greek Museums and Sites by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 Greece celebrates European Cultural Heritage Days this year with free admission during September 28-29 to state museums and archaeological sites. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Pieria Events Promote Greek Alternative Tourism Experiences by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 September 2024 The alternative tourism offerings of Pieria, Central Macedonia, will be highlighted through cultural, religious and gastronomy events. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy German Travel Association Warns Greek Government Over New Tourism Fees by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 The Greek government’s new tourism measures have sparked a reaction from the German Travel Association (DRV). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek Tourism Minister Invites Japanese Entrepreneurs to Invest in Greece by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 Greece’s investment opportunities were presented to Keidanren, Japan’s federation that includes its most influential companies. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greece Aims to Launch Aviation Academy with University Partnerships by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) is exploring the establishment of an aviation academy in Greece, according to HCAA Governor Christos Tsitouras. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Israel Canada Acquires Brown Hotels in Greece by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 Real estate company Israel Canada has announced the signing of two non-binding MOUs for the acquisition of Brown Hotels in Israel and Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Gulf Air Expands European Network Through Partnership with Greece’s SKY express by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 Gulf Air passengers can now fly and connect through Athens to 32 destinations across Greece, according to the airline’s new agreement with SKY express. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards “mAiGreece” App Honored with Gold Distinction at 2024 Bite Awards by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 by GTP editing team 24 September 2024 The “mAiGreece” travel app, which utilizes AI to assist tourists in Greece, won a gold award at the 2024 Bite Awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail