Destinations news ‘Smart Cities’ Initiative to Uplift 52 Municipalities in Greece by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 The Digital Transformation Program of Local Authorities in Greece will fund Smart Cities projects in 52 municipalities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Pearl Island: Chios’ First 5-star Hotel Opens its Doors by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 Pearl Island, the first luxury hotel on Chios in the North Aegean, has opened its doors, inviting guests to experience authentic Greek hospitality. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Central Macedonia Unveils Signature Products at New York’s Summer Fancy Food Show by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 The Region of Central Macedonia showcased its flagship products at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York, aiming to increase exports to the US. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary Peloponnese Region Announces Campaign to Showcase PGI Wines Abroad by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 by GTP editing team 25 July 2024 The Region of Peloponnese is inviting wine producers to participate in a new campaign designed to promote “Protected Geographical Indication” (PGI) wines to major international markets. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Passport Ranks 6th Among the World’s Most Powerful by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 The July report of the Henley Passport Index shows the Greek passport ranking as the 6th most powerful in the world. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Authorities Impose €800,000 in Fines for Beach Violations by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 Greek authorities conducted on-site inspections of over 150 public beaches and issued fines to businesses illegally occupying space. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Economy Ministry Announces Upgrades at Souda and Stylida Ports by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 The port upgrade projects in Souda, Crete, and Stylida, Central Greece, are set to be financed through the Resilience and Recovery Fund. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Western Greece Announces Film Office Plans to Attract Audiovisual Projects by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 The Region of Western Greece has announced plans to establish a film office to position itself as a global destination for audiovisual productions, with support from the Athens Film Office. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Rhodes, Crete Top Picks for Last-minute Sunny Escapes, Says ABTA by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 Rhodes and Crete are among the destinations ABTA recommends for British travelers seeking sunny holiday spots. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture New Sparti Archaeological Museum Secures National Funding by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 Greek authorities have allocated some 32.7 million euros for the construction of a new archaeological museum in Sparti in the Peloponnese. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Archaeological Sites Antirrio Fortress to Undergo Major Accessibility Upgrades to Welcome All Visitors by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 The Antirrio Fortress in western Greece will undergo comprehensive upgrades to improve accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges and visual impairments. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Zeus International Named Greek Business Champion by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 by GTP editing team 24 July 2024 The Zeus International City Seasons Hotels SA was honored as a “Greek Business Champion” at this year’s “Protagonists of the Greek Economy” awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Niche markets Thermal Tourism Can Tackle Greece’s Seasonality, Says Minister by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 Thermal tourism, as a special form of Greek tourism, can significantly contribute to combating Greece’s seasonality. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel EU Air Passenger Rights: European Commission Revises Guidelines by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 The European Commission has released new guidelines for more clarity on EU air passenger rights. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Recruitments European Parliament: Greek MEP Elected to Lead Committee on Transport and Tourism by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 New Democracy (ND) MEP Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi was elected Chair of the European Parliament Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats GBTA: Global Business Travel Spending to Surpass $2 Trillion by 2028 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 Boosted by economic stability, pent-up demand and recovery momentum, spending is projected to surpass $2 trillion by 2028 according to the latest GBTA Business Travel Index Report. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Naxos Airport to Undergo Significant Upgrades to Enhance Passenger Experience by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 Improvement works are currently underway at the airport of the Greek island of Naxos to enhance the passenger travel experience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel ACI World and Airbus Cooperate to Reduce Environmental Impact of Aviation by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 ACI World and Airbus are teaming up to advance eco-friendly practices, champion sustainability and foster cooperation within the aviation industry. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Piraeus Port Receives Two Awards for Contribution to Greek Economy by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 The Piraeus Port Authority was recognized as the leading port authority at the “Protagonists of the Greek Economy” awards for its contribution to the domestic economy. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens Celebrates its Freedom with New Photo Exhibition by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 by GTP editing team 23 July 2024 Athens is hosting a photo exhibition to commemorate 80 years since the end of Nazi occupation and 50 years since the fall of the junta in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail