Sea Tourism Greek Ports Body Says 2016 Good Year for Cruise Travel by GTP editing team 10 January 2017 by GTP editing team 10 January 2017 Cruise passengers to Greece recorded a 5 percent increase in 2016, making it a ”good year” for the industry compared to 2015, according to the Hellenic Ports Association (ELIME). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Minoan Lines Stops Adriatic Service After 35 Years by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 Grimaldi Group company Minoan Lines announced that it will stop serving the Patra-Ancona route after 35 years, limiting its operations exclusively to the Greek domestic market. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Bad Weather Hype Takes Toll on Greek Hotel Holiday Business by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 Hoteliers across Greece are expressing their disappointment and blaming TV channel weather forecasts for the decreased bookings mainly to destinations known for their winter offerings over the three-day Theofania holiday … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary CNN Says Margi Hotel’s Patio Among ‘Best New Restaurants for 2017’ by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 Situated on the Athens Riviera, the Margi Hotel’s very own The Patio restaurant has been named by CNN as one of the best new restaurants in the world for 2017. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Greek Gov’t Planning Changes to Investor Visa Program by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 The Greek government is planning changes to the so-called golden visa program extended to foreign nationals investing in property in efforts to make it more attractive. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Rough Waters Ahead for Greek Cruise Travel by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 Despite forecasts of robust growth for the international cruise travel industry, the sector in Greece is barely keeping its head above the water with local industry insiders speaking of a … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greece Tourism Body Expects Record Arrivals in 2017, Spending Key by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 Tourist arrivals to Greece are expected to increase yet again this year, according to initial forecasts by the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), adding that the decisive factor will be an … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Application Deadline for Tourism, New Media Subsidies Jan. 31 by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 January 31 is the deadline for all interested parties wishing to gain access to subsidies under the new development law estimated by the end of 2020 to distribute some 4.2-4.3 … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Niche markets Travel Trends 2017: What Next? by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 At the dawn of the new year, travelers are making dreams and tourism professionals are making plans for the days ahead. And by the looks of things, travel is taking … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Niche markets Athens Doctors Say ‘Guardian’ Story a Blow to Greece’s Health Tourism by GTP editing team 3 January 2017 by GTP editing team 3 January 2017 The Athens Medical Association (ISA) is calling on the government to immediately step up efforts to put the Greek health system in order, following a shameful report in the Guardian … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New Year Brings New Taxes to Greek Isles by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 If you’re traveling to the Greek islands of Ios, Amorgos, Skopelos, Folegandros, Kythnos, Serifos, Sikinos, Anafi, Kimolos, Iraklia Donoussa Thirasia, Schinoussa, Koufonissia, then be ready to pay more for accommodation, … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece Bets on Tourism, Ready for Challenges by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 Tourism professionals are seeing efforts pay off with data indicating a steady growth and plenty of room for improvement in 2017, according to the latest Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) data. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Kavala’s Oceanis Hotel Revamped & Ready for Action by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 The Oceanis Hotel, in the heart of Kavala, northern Greece, has opened its doors and is ready for business following extensive renovation works, its management announced. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece: Autumn 2016 Tourism Performance Reduces Seasonality by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 Greece’s increased tourist arrivals during the autumn months this year indicate a reduction in the country’s seasonality, according to SETE Intelligence. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Greece: Ferry Travel Disruption Due to Bad Weather by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 Due to bad weather in Greece, a ban has been imposed on ferry departures from the ports of Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio to the islands. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA: Another Strong Year for Airline Profits in 2017 by GTP editing team 28 December 2016 by GTP editing team 28 December 2016 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects the global airline industry to make a net profit of $29.8 billion in 2017. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Embassy of Greece in Tehran: New e-Visa Service for Iranian Citizens by GTP editing team 27 December 2016 by GTP editing team 27 December 2016 A new Visa e-Application & Appointment System site is available for Iranian passport holders to travel to Greece for business and tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats SETE: Tourism is Third Biggest Employer in Greece by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 Tourism is Greece’s third biggest employer after retail and the primary sector, according to recent data by SETE Intelligence. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality How to Rent Out your Flat on Airbnb in Greece by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 Those interested in renting out their properties, homes or flats in Greece through online platforms such as Airbnb, must meet a series of requirements. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Tourism Minister to Visit Tunisia in 2017 by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 At the invitation of the Tunisian Tourism Minister Selma Elloumi Rekik, Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura will carry out a visit to Tunisia in 2017. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail