Destinations news Skopelos, Kalamata Waterways Brewing, but Gov’t Foot-dragging by GTP editing team 30 March 2016 by GTP editing team 30 March 2016 Plans for waterways on Skopelos and in Kalamata are moving forward but the pace is so slow that insiders say the alternative form of transportation will not be up and … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Ancient Theater of Larissa Opens to the Public by GTP editing team 30 March 2016 by GTP editing team 30 March 2016 The open-air Ancient Theatre of Larissa will open its doors to the general public for the first time on April 1. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Sharing Economy, Taxation Taking a Bite Out of Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 by GTP editing team 29 March 2016 Overtaxation and the sharing economy are taking a toll on small tourist enterprises with many going under, the president of the Confederation of Greek Entrepreneurs for Tourism Lodges (SETKE), Konstantinos … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Works on Paros Airport in the Pipeline? by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 The airport on the Cycladic island of Paros is set to be operational in four months’ time with construction works expected to kick off in April, according to local media … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards S. Aegean Region Clinches Newcomer Award at Russia’s MITT 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 The South Aegean Region’s tourism efforts are paying off with local authorities picking up the ‘Newcomer Award’ at this year’s MITT tourrsm fair held in Moscow over the weekend. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Education ReGeneration Internship Project to Back Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 by GTP editing team 28 March 2016 The six-month ReGeneration internship program kicks off for a third consecutive year in Greece, lending its support this year to the tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek Travel Agents to Present Tourism Action Plan ’12’ to Sector by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 The Federation of Hellenic Associations of Tourist & Travel Agencies (FEDHATTA) on Tuesday will officially present its action plan “Dodeka”, which is designed to boost Greece’s reputation as an all … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Run Greece Larissa Event Off to a Good Start by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 The Central Greek city of Larissa is the first stop in the annual Run Greece events with over 4,500 runners ready to test their mettle this Sunday, on March 27. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Day Event Explores Road Safety and Tourism Growth by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 by GTP editing team 24 March 2016 The role of road safety and its connection to tourism growth was the central theme of a day event held last weekend at the Alkyon Resort Ηotel & Spa in … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Visa-Free Travel: Turkey’s Negotiating Card by GTP editing team 23 March 2016 by GTP editing team 23 March 2016 Visa-free travel within the Schengen Area – a dream-come-true for most Turks – is the latest ace up Turkey’s sleeve as its government has said it will in return contribute … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Aegean Launches Alternative Flights to and from Lille to Assist Brussels Passengers by GTP editing team 23 March 2016 by GTP editing team 23 March 2016 Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has canceled all flights to and from Brussels for Thursday, March 24, and Friday, March 25. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Aktor FM Sees Investing Opportunity in Waterways in Greece by GTP editing team 23 March 2016 by GTP editing team 23 March 2016 Aktor Facility Management (Aktor FM) has decided to invest in the waterway project of Hellenic Water Airports, operator of the Corfu waterway. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA: ‘Terrorists will Never Succeed in Destroying the Right to Travel’ by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 “Terrorists will never succeed in destroying the fundamental urge and right of people to travel, explore and learn about the world”, the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) director general and … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Russian Tourists Set Sights on Greece, Bulgaria this Summer by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 The recent barrage of terror strikes and the ongoing animosity between Russia and Turkey have diverted travelers to Greece and Bulgaria, with both countries stepping up their campaigns to attract … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Aegean Airlines Cancels All Flights to Brussels after Bombing by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has announced that no flights to Brussels will be operated on Tuesday due to the bombing at Brussels Airport, which killed at least 13 people. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece: How to Rent Out your Flat on Airbnb by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 Those interested in renting out their properties, homes or flats in Greece on Airbnb must meet requirements as set out by the economy, finance and tourism ministries. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Niche markets Tapping into Greece’s Thermal Springs for Tourism by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 by GTP editing team 22 March 2016 Thermal springs in Greece can bring in tourism revenue and tourists all year round, according to experts attending a special event held on Tuesday in Athens marking World Water Day … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece and Four Other EU Countries May Lose Visa-free Travel to the US by GTP editing team 21 March 2016 by GTP editing team 21 March 2016 The US Department of Homeland Security has given Greece and four other EU countries until the end of the month to act and meet new strict criteria or risk losing … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel UNWTO Saddened by FlyDubai Plane Crash in Russia by GTP editing team 19 March 2016 by GTP editing team 19 March 2016 A FlyDubai airliner, en route from Dubai, crashed in the southern Russian city of Rostov-on-Don early Saturday, killing all 62 people aboard. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy EU Reaches Deal on Migrant Crisis with Turkey by GTP editing team 18 March 2016 by GTP editing team 18 March 2016 The European Union and Turkey on Friday reached an agreement to halt illegal migration flows to Europe following talks between EU Council President Donald Tusk, Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
