Laws, Regulations & Policy Tourism, Technology and Energy Top Greece-Israel Relations by GTP editing team 28 January 2016 by GTP editing team 28 January 2016 Tourism, technology, energy and transport topped the agenda of talks between Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras, who was in Israel on Wednesday, for bilateral talks, with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Happenings Fitness and Fun with Active Sundays Across Greece by GTP editing team 28 January 2016 by GTP editing team 28 January 2016 Put the Sunday blues behind you and join the Active Sundays team in weekly day trips across Greece which promise to get you motivated and keep you content. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Greek Laws Greece’s New Investment Incentives Law to Spur Tourism by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 Aiming to stimulate tourism initiatives, the Greek government’s new development law paves the way for the creation, expansion and upgrade of three star-plus hotel units as well as the re-operation … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Greek Laws Top Guns Call on Gov’t to Stop Over-taxing Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 As the 2016 tourism season begins, Greece’s top sector officials are calling on the government to commit to no more taxes, claiming that over-taxation is driving the country’s healthiest sector … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Looks to Strengthen Tourism Ties with Korea by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 Greek Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura and Ambassador of Republic of Korea Mr Ahn Young-Jip have expressed their willingness to boost bilateral cooperation in the tourism field. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Events Ready, Set, Ski… at Parnassos World Snow Day Events by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 Gear up for this year’s Parnassos Ski Week through to January 31 at the Parnassos Ski Resort in central Greece, dedicated this year to the future generation of snow-loving athletes. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greek Public Transport Rates to Rise by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 by GTP editing team 27 January 2016 As of Monday, a single ticket on any mode of transport will cost 1.40 euros compared to the current 1.20 euros, with reduced tickets remaining the same at .60 cents. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Refugee Crisis Uncovers EU’s True Unity as Partners Put Pressure on Greece Alone by GTP editing team 26 January 2016 by GTP editing team 26 January 2016 While thousands of refugees fleeing war continue to make their way to Greek shores in efforts to make a better home for themselves in Europe, the EU is playing hot … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation New ‘Life’ Limit for Rental Cars in Greece Causes Stir by GTP editing team 26 January 2016 by GTP editing team 26 January 2016 Car rental companies across Greece are up in arms following a recent decision to extend the “life” of rental vehicles. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Waterway Network in the Ionian Expected Soon by GTP editing team 25 January 2016 by GTP editing team 25 January 2016 Greece’s first waterway network is expected to operate in the Ionian this year as licenses are expected to be granted soon for waterways at the destinations of Paxi, Patra, Zakynthos, … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Eyes Tourism Ties with Iran by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 The Secretary General of the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) Dimitris Tryfonopoulos will lead a delegation of representatives from Greece’s tourism sector to Tehran, Iran, on January 28-29 to strengthen … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Dodecanese Vice Governor Tells Turkey, EU to Take Action, Stop Death Toll in the Aegean by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Regional Vice Governor of the Dodecanese Haralambos Kokkinos is calling on the Greek government, Turkey and the EU, to step in and step up their efforts towards putting a stop … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Domotel, City College Join Forces, Offer Hands-on Training by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Domotel Hotels & Resorts and the City College University of Sheffield International Faculty have teamed up to offer students the chance to improve their skills and hands-on experience through joint … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Recruitments Ioannis Bras Steps In as Head of S. Aegean Waterways Network by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 by GTP editing team 22 January 2016 Ioannis Bras has been appointed project manager for the South Aegean Region waterway network as part of the regional authority’s strategic plan to expand the islands’ tourism potential. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy U.S. Begins Changes to Visa Waiver Program Entry Requirements by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 The United States on Thursday began implementing changes under the Visa Waiver Program Improvement and Terrorist Travel Prevention Act of 2015. Citizens of the 38 countries in the U.S. Visa … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Greek Seamen Announce New 48-hour Strike, No Ferries on Jan 27-28 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 The Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) on Thursday announced a new 48-hour strike on January 27 and January 28. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Ancient Lefkada Theater Unearthed by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 Archaeologists have unearthed an ancient theater on the Greek island of Lefkada in the area of Koulmos Hill, the culture ministry said on Wednesday. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News BlueGrowth II Rewards Innovation, Startups for Positive Change by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 by GTP editing team 21 January 2016 Inspiration and innovation were the focus of the 2nd Blue Growth startup competition held at the Piraeus Marine Club on Tuesday, bringing to the fore young entrepreneurs and their concepts … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Year 2015: Safest Ever to Fly by GTP editing team 20 January 2016 by GTP editing team 20 January 2016 The previous year was the safest in aviation history, according to Aviation Safety Network (ASN), despite two deadly disasters with a toll of 374 people. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Shipping Ministry Establishes Council for Island Policy by GTP editing team 19 January 2016 by GTP editing team 19 January 2016 Shipping Minister Theodoros Dritsas recently announced the establishment of the Council for Island Policy in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
