Greek Tourism Ministry Monitors Santorini Situation as Seismic Activity Continues by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 Despite ongoing seismic activity on Santorini, the Tourism Ministry reports no cancellations from European markets for early bookings to the island. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Global Air Passenger Demand Reaches Record High in 2024, IATA Reports by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 Global air passenger demand soared to new heights in 2024, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek PM Reassures Public About Santorini’s Ongoing Seismic Activity by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 As seismic activity continues to affect Santorini, Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis reassured the public that experts are closely monitoring the situation, with all necessary precautions in place. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Milos: Ministry Suspends 5-star Hotel Construction Near Sarakiniko Beach by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 The Greek Environment Ministry has ordered the suspension of construction of a five-star hotel near iconic Sarakiniko Beach on Milos, pending a legal review of the building permit. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism ELIME and HELMEPA Join Forces for Safer, More Sustainable Greek Ports by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 By working together, ELIME and HELMEPA are paving the way for greener, safer, and more resilient Greek ports, ensuring a sustainable future for maritime operations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek Ministries Team Up to Form National Cycling Strategy by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 Greek ministries have come together to develop a national cycling strategy aimed at promoting cycling as a mode of transport, a form of exercise, and a tool for sustainable development. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Peiraios Industrial Complex to Become Athens’ New Cultural Hub by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 by GTP editing team 5 February 2025 The Greek Culture Ministry and Piraeus Bank will collaborate to transform the Peiraios 260 industrial complex into a premier cultural hub in Athens. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece’s Short-term Rental Owners Must Update Tax Data by End of February by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 Greek short-term rental property owners and managers have until the end of February to finalize tax reports for last year’s revenues and avoid penalties. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats European Aviation Sector Calls for Stronger EU Support to Reach Net-Zero by 2050 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 The European aviation industry urges the EU to act now to support its updated roadmap for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Santorini: New Safety Measures Announced as Seismic Activity Continues by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 Amid ongoing seismic activity, the Municipal Authority of Thira on Santorini has strengthened its precautionary measures for residents and visitors. 0 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
Destinations news Greece Issues Safety Guidelines Amid Aegean Seismic Activity by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 As seismic activity continues in the Aegean, affecting Santorini, Anafi, Ios, and Amorgos, the Greek government has extended its precautionary guidelines to mitigate potential impacts. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Foundation Works Begin for Panathinaikos’ New Stadium in Athens by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 Foundation works for Panathinaikos’ new football stadium and sports center in Athens began this week, with 90 percent of excavations completed. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards GNTO Wins Major Ermis Awards for Greece’s Tourism Campaign During Paris 2024 Olympics by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) won four honors at the Ermis Awards for its campaign in France during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Authorities Closely Monitor Seismic Activity Between Santorini and Amorgos by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 Greek authorities are closely monitoring ongoing seismic activity between Santorini and Amorgos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy EU Launches Public Dialogue on the Future of European Auto Industry by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 The European Commission aims to implement measures to safeguard the European automotive industry and ensure its long-term prosperity within the EU. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete: Beaches in Rethymno to Receive New Accessibility Infrastructure by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 Funds for accessibility infrastructure for people with disabilities have been approved for beaches in the Municipality of Agios Vasileios in Rethymno, Crete. 1 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Interactive Museum of Technology to Open in Trikala, Thessaly by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 A new interactive museum dedicated to technology, science, engineering, energy, and IT – covering everything from Archimedes and the Commodore 64 to smart technologies – is set to open in … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Study: Why Greek Property Owners Prefer the Short-Term Rental Market by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 High taxation and maintenance costs are driving Greek property owners toward the short-term rental market, according to a new study. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation EU’s Tourism Strategy to Include Focus on High-speed Rail for Better Connectivity by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 The improvement of rail connections across Europe, particularly high-speed rail networks, is a priority for the EU. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail