Company updates Greece Fluster, Tunisia Attacks Curb Thomas Cook Gains by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 The Thomas Cook Group announced Thursday, that the June 26 terrorist attack in Tunisia, and the recent political and economic turmoil in Greece, were expected to take a toll on … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Titania Hotel’s Olive Garden Serves the Stars on a Plate by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 Titania Hotel’s pride and joy, the Olive Garden Bar & Restaurant, will be up and running on August 6, ready to welcome eclectic guests to its roof garden offering dinner … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel SWISS Maximizes Exposure via Amadeus Fare Families Technology by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 SWISS, Switzerland’s flag carrier, aims through Amadeus Fare Families solution to provide access to its “Light”, “Classic” and “Flex” fares and boost multichannel merchandizing opportunities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Cavo Olympo Luxury Resort & Spa Makes Coastal Improvements by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 Cavo Olympo Luxury Resort & Spa is taking the summer beachside experience to new heights by expanding and extending the seashore to include the very best amenities for its guests. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary Oceania Cruise Travelers to Sample Greek Gourmet in Athens by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 by GTP editing team 31 July 2015 Oceania Cruises is launching culinary tours in seven destinations: Athens, Rome, Barcelona, Provence, Tuscany, London and Buenos Aires, during select voyages as of Spring 2016. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Air Traffic Controllers Announce 4hr Work Stoppage on Aug 5 by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 Greece’s air traffic controllers announced late on Wednesday, that they will hold a work stoppage on August 5 between 2pm and 6pm. Threaten with more action. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism XRTC Report: VAT Hike on Greek Coastal Shipping to Have Opposite Effect by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 According to the 14th XRTC report, a tax increase translates into higher travel costs, inevitably leading to a drop in demand and thus directly affecting companies’ revenue and ability to … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Emirates Launches 4th Daily Flight to Bangkok by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 As of December 1, Emirates Airlines will be servicing Bangkok daily with a fourth A380 service from Dubai. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats DRV: German Travelers Still Booking Greece by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 Planned holidays, new destinations, demand for alternative travel and overall bookings through travel agents to Greece, are still high, according to a recent DRV (Deutscher ReiseVerband) report of market trends. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Travel Agency Body Fed HATTA Seeks Solutions to Liquidity Issues by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 Capital controls implemented in Greece, in the last month as well as the resulting lack of liquidity have led to a delay in the payment of insurance contributions by local … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Hahn Air to Market Products Via Travelport Innovation by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 by GTP editing team 30 July 2015 Hahn Air Lines can now market and retail its products more effectively to travel agents through Travelport’s innovative airline merchandising technology known as Travelport Rich Content and Branding. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek Minister Kountoura Talks Tourism With Al Jazeera by GTP editing team 29 July 2015 by GTP editing team 29 July 2015 Greece’s tourism industry continues to prove its resilience and sees visitor numbers rising compared to last year, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura informed the Al Jazeera television network. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Etihad’s President and CEO Addresses the Future of Global Airline Competition at GBTA Convention by GTP editing team 29 July 2015 by GTP editing team 29 July 2015 Etihad Airways President and CEO James Hogan on Monday emphasized the importance of consumer choice and innovation as the fundamental drivers of competition in the international airline industry during a … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek Depositors Allowed to Withdraw Weekly €420 as of Wednesday, July 29 by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 The Finance Ministry on Tuesday announced that Greek depositors and pensioners will be allowed to withdraw the maximum weekly amount of 420 euros per client per bank, from bank tellers … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Study: Greece Keeps 87% of the Revenue from Inbound Tourism by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 Eighty-seven percent of the revenue generated by Greece’s inbound tourism remains in the country, according to a study of the Centre of Planning and Economic Research (KEPE) that was released … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Report: Greek Hotel Internet Promo Can Bring in Cash by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 The Internet promotion of Greek hotels and accommodation can bring in up to 2 billion euros in revenues, according to a report released recently by the National Bank of Greece … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Rethymno Hoteliers, Producers Get to Know ‘We Do Local’, Next Stop Heraklion by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 Tourism professionals in Rethymno, Crete, had the chance to learn more about the ambitious “We Do Local” initiative granting annual certification to ventures that successfully support and promote the island’s … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Lufthansa Signs Up to Travelport Rich Content and Branding Solution by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 by GTP editing team 28 July 2015 Travelport on Tuesday announced that Lufthansa is the latest participant in its Rich Content and Branding solution, an industry-leading merchandising technology for airlines. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Limit Up to 2,000 Euros for Greeks Going Abroad by GTP editing team 27 July 2015 by GTP editing team 27 July 2015 Greeks traveling abroad will be able to take 2,000 euros for their travel needs, but the ban on cash withdrawals from banks in Greece and abroad via credit or prepaid … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greek VAT Scheme Seeking 2.4bn Euros May Take Toll on Tourism by GTP editing team 27 July 2015 by GTP editing team 27 July 2015 The Greek government aims through last week’s decision to implement tax hikes across the board to bring a total of 2.4 billion euros to state coffers in the next 18 … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
