Company updates Celestyal Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Free Cabin Upgrades by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 Celestyal is celebrating Valentine’s Day and offering complimentary cabin upgrades on select departures in 2025 through to 2027. 2 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Cruise Season Begins in Thessaloniki with Arrival of Celebrity’s ‘Infinity’ Ship by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 The 2025 cruise season at the Port of Thessaloniki officially commenced on February 4 with the arrival of Celebrity Cruises’ Infinity ship. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise New Ports and Overtourism to Take Center Stage at Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum 2025 by GTP editing team 22 January 2025 by GTP editing team 22 January 2025 Destination sustainability will take center stage at the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum (PSTF) in May in Heraklion, Crete, organized by Posidonia Exhibitions S.A.. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Variety Cruises Wins 2024 Lloyd’s List ‘Passenger Line of the Year’ Greek Shipping Award by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 Variety Cruises was honored with the prestigious “Passenger Line of the Year Award” at the Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates MSC Cruises Kicks Off 2025 Sailings at Piraeus Port in Greece by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 The Port of Piraeus in Greece recently welcomed the MSC Sinfonia as the cruise ship began its 2025 season. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise CLIA Opens Registrations for Cruise Week Europe 2025 by GTP editing team 10 January 2025 by GTP editing team 10 January 2025 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) invites registrations for the CLIA Cruise Week Europe 2025, set to take place in Rotterdam from March 12-14. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Piraeus Port Breaks Passenger and Homeporting Records in 2024 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 by GTP editing team 8 January 2025 The Port of Piraeus achieved remarkable success in 2024, setting new records in cruise passenger traffic and homeporting. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Greece Launches International Tender to Boost Cruise Activity at Three Key Ports by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 by GTP editing team 7 January 2025 Greece’s asset development fund (HRADF) has initiated an international tender process to enhance cruise activity at three key ports. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Cruise Lines International Association Appoints Bud Darr as President and CEO by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has appointed Charles “Bud” Darr as President and Chief Executive Officer effective February 3, 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Central Macedonia Boosts Cruise Tourism Appeal with Strategic Promotion Campaign by GTP editing team 13 December 2024 by GTP editing team 13 December 2024 The Region of Central Macedonia partnered with One Whole Communication Experts Travel and Tourism and carried out an extensive promotional campaign, highlighting its growing potential as a premier cruise tourism … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Cruise Line Celestyal Introduces New ‘Guest-focused’ Website by GTP editing team 13 December 2024 by GTP editing team 13 December 2024 Celestyal has unveiled a new-look website in line with this year’s refreshed brand identity, as part of its plans to boost its digital presence. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Celestyal Cruises Launches New ‘Live Your Vacation Dream’ Campaign by GTP editing team 12 December 2024 by GTP editing team 12 December 2024 Celestyal has launched a new campaign called “Live Your Vacation Dream”, available on new bookings made until February 28, 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Mykonos Breaks Cruise Arrival Record in 2024, Season to Be Extended in 2025 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 by GTP editing team 10 December 2024 Mykonos sets another record year for cruise arrivals and will extend its cruise season from February to December in 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Patras Can Become a Premier Cruise Destination, Says Greek Deputy Minister by GTP editing team 28 November 2024 by GTP editing team 28 November 2024 The Greek government plans to develop a dedicated cruise terminal and a new marina in the city of Patras, enhancing its appeal as a premier cruise destination. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review New Greek Tax Bill Increases ‘Climate Resilience Fee’ for Hotels, Airbnbs by Nikos Krinis 26 November 2024 by Nikos Krinis 26 November 2024 A tax bill tabled in Greek Parliament increases the climate resilience fee for hotels and short-term rentals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates MSC Cruises: Greece Should Prioritize Infrastructure Over Tax Hikes by GTP editing team 20 November 2024 by GTP editing team 20 November 2024 MSC Cruises has launched its winter season in Greece, stating that improving infrastructure should take priority over cruise passenger fees. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Greek Draft Law Foresees Cruise Passenger Levy for Greece’s Ports by GTP editing team 12 November 2024 by GTP editing team 12 November 2024 Cruise passengers disembarking at Greek ports will be subject to a new levy, ranging from five to 20 euros depending on the destination. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates MSC Cruises Launches First Winter Season from Greece by GTP editing team 7 November 2024 by GTP editing team 7 November 2024 MSC Cruises is launching its first winter season in Greece with weekly MSC Sinfonia departures from Piraeus (Athens), starting November 18. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates CLIA Appoints Samuel Maubanc as Director General for Europe by GTP editing team 7 November 2024 by GTP editing team 7 November 2024 Samuel Maubanc brings deep experience in climate policy and government relations leadership to the top job for the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) in Brussels. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Grimaldi Group Affirms Greek Ports’ Importance, Unveils Minoan Lines Fleet Expansion by GTP editing team 14 October 2024 by GTP editing team 14 October 2024 The Naples-based private shipping company Grimaldi Group regards the Greek ports of Igoumenitsa and Heraklion as strategically significant. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail