Culture Parthenon Sculptures: Stephen Fry Calls for their Return to Greece by Asimina Doumani 30 January 2025 by Asimina Doumani 30 January 2025 Speaking at the Acropolis Museum in Athens, British author Stephen Fry reiterated his long-standing call for the return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greece’s Railway Network Set for Upgrades with €1.5 Billion Investment by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 Greece is taking significant steps to address long-standing challenges in its railway sector, with 1.5 billion euros already secured to rehabilitate the national rail network and upgrade key railway lines. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece, UK Strengthen Maritime Cooperation with New Agreement by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 Greece and the United Kingdom signed a new agreement to enhance their cooperation on commercial shipping matters. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek Government Focuses on Investments, Exports to Drive Economic Growth by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Greek government’s top priorities for 2025 include boosting investment, exports, market competition, and national competitiveness. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news GNTO: Austrian Bookings Surge for Ionian Islands in 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 Early bookings from Austrian travelers are rising for 2025, with Corfu leading the trend, according to the Greek National Tourism Organization. 1 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news US Market ‘Gets a Taste’ of Ionian Islands’ Culinary Offerings by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Ionian Islands Region seeks to attract more American travelers by highlighting gastronomy as a key asset. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Athens Metro Line 1 to See Upgrade, Says Greek Transport Ministry by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Greek Transport Ministry has announced plans to upgrade Line 1 of the Athens Metro, the oldest of the city’s three metro lines, which connects Kifissia to Piraeus. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek Consulate General in Manchester Officially Opens, Strengthening Ties with the UK by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Consulate General of Greece in Manchester, serving northern and central England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, has officially opened its doors. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Cyclades Islands: Santorini Leads Air Traffic and Tourism in 2024 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 Santorini topped air traffic figures among Cyclades islands with airports in 2024, according to a recently released detailed analysis. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Among Top 5 European Destinations for Chinese Tourists, Says New Ambassador by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 Chinese Ambassador Fang Qiu is looking to strengthen tourism ties between Greece and China. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel ACI Europe Urges EU Action on Aviation Security, Capacity Growth, Airport Slots by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 European aviation faces mounting challenges, requiring bold policy changes, according to European airport trade body ACI Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Events UN Tourism Celebrates 50 Years, Sets Ambitious Agenda for Future Growth by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 UN Tourism celebrated its 50th anniversary, reaffirming its long-standing commitment to support new ideas and technologies and boost investments in the sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Tzitzikostas Officially Assumes Duties as EU Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 Apostolos Tzitzikostas has officially assumed his duties as the EU Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, marking a significant moment for Europe as tourism is included in a Commissioner’s portfolio … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Bollywood Film Producer Boney Kapoor Explores Ioannina as Potential Filming Location by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 In search of filming locations for his next movie, renowned Indian film producer Boney Kapoor recently visited Ioannina in the Region of Epirus. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Celebrates Mikis Theodorakis’ Legacy with Global Musical Tour by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 by GTP editing team 28 January 2025 The iconic musical “Beautiful City” by Mikis Theodorakis will take the stage in Athens and Thessaloniki before embarking on a world tour. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece Launches Energy Efficiency Program for Mountain Hotels by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 The Greek government has announced a program to improve the energy efficiency of mountain tourism accommodations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Kavala Port’s ‘Philippos II’ Terminal Set for Major Upgrades with New Sub-Concession by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 With the start of the sub-concession, the “Philippos II” commercial port in Kavala is set to enter a new phase of development. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece and Shanghai Explore New Opportunities for Tourism Collaboration by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 Greece, through the initiatives of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), is exploring new opportunities to enhance tourism ties with Shanghai. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Larissa and Izmir Collaborate on Digital Solutions for Energy Efficiency by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 The Municipality of Larissa in Thessaly is embarking on a strategic collaboration with the Municipality of Izmir in Turkey, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Nafpaktos’ Ottoman Baths to Undergo Renovation and Become a Museum by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 by GTP editing team 27 January 2025 As part of its ongoing efforts to preserve and showcase Ottoman-era monuments in Greece, the Culture Ministry will renovate the Ottoman Baths in Nafpaktos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail