Surveys, Trends & Stats Number of Turkish Travelers Visiting Greece Soars in 2023 by GTP editing team 13 June 2024 by GTP editing team 13 June 2024 The number of holidaymakers from Turkey to Greece increased by 90% in 2023 while Greeks continue to choose the neighboring country for their vacation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Spetses Aiming to Brand as Environmentally-friendly Destination by GTP editing team 13 June 2024 by GTP editing team 13 June 2024 The Municipality of Spetses prioritizes sustainable tourism development and seeks tourism ministry guidance. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece Adds 19 Customs and Traditions to Cultural Heritage List by GTP editing team 13 June 2024 by GTP editing team 13 June 2024 Greece has added 19 traditions and customs including the famous Kalamatianos dance, the Patra Carnival, and Crete’s ‘Rizitika’ folk songs to the National Index of Intangible Cultural Heritage. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News ICCA: Greece Holds Strong Conference Tourism Record by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 Greece is evolving into a leading congress tourism destination but professionals are calling for infrastructure and conference centers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Outlines Priorities at UN Tourism Executive Council Meeting by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 Greece’s priorities include focusing on advancing sustainable tourism development through new technologies. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Halkidiki Woos UK Delegates During ITT 2024 Conference by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 Travel trends and challenges were the focus of the Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) Conference held in Halkidiki for the first time. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News UN: Investments and Education Remain Priorities for Tourism Sector by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 Tourism leaders from across the world met at the UN Tourism Executive Council, emphasizing the sector’s vital economic importance while also placing it firmly on the political agenda. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Luxury Supercar Exhibition Hits Athens with ‘6to6 Motor Europe Tour’ by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 Seventy supercars are driving from Spain to Athens for a special exhibition at Zappeion Hall as part of the 6to6 Motor Europe Tour 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Novotel Launches Ocean Protection Partnership with WWF by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 by GTP editing team 12 June 2024 Novotel, Accor’s founding brand, has partnered with WWF to protect and restore oceans through scientific actions and conservation projects. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Region Presents Tourism Offerings at ITB China by GTP editing team 11 June 2024 by GTP editing team 11 June 2024 Actions to promote Attica to Chinese travelers and to increase tourist flows topped the agenda of Attica Region Governor Nikos Hardalias at ITB China 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news GNTO Aims to Boost Syros’ Tourism Appeal in Turkish Market by GTP editing team 11 June 2024 by GTP editing team 11 June 2024 Greece’s tourism board introduced Syros’ tourism offerings to Turkish journalists and influencers, with the aim of promoting new Greek destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Beat the Heat: Tips to Stay Safe During the Heatwave by GTP editing team 11 June 2024 by GTP editing team 11 June 2024 As temperatures rise in Greece, the Athens Medical Association provides tips for staying safe during hot weather. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats NBG: Reducing Seasonality, Boosting Revenues Top Priority of Greek Hotels by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 Hospitality services providers in Greece are prioritizing alternative strategies to reduce seasonality and boost revenue per arrival amid new challenges. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Faces Intense Heatwave with Temperatures Set to Reach 42°C by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 Greek authorities have issued a high alert warning for an imminent heatwave, with temperatures expected to rise up to 42 degrees Celsius in the coming days. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Gov’t Allocates €4.45m to Support Thessaly, Evros Tourism by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 The application procedure through the “Thessaly Evros Pass 2024” platform is scheduled to open by the end of the month. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Kefalonia Wine, Religious Tourism Development Ministry Priority by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 Developing wine and religious tourism products on the island of Kefalonia is a top priority for the Greek Tourism Ministry. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greece Attending 121st UN Tourism Executive Council in Barcelona by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 by GTP editing team 10 June 2024 Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni will represent Greece at the 121st UN Tourism Executive Council to be held in Barcelona, Spain, during June 10-11. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates TUI Group Steps in to Save FTI Customers’ Holidays in Greece by GTP editing team 7 June 2024 by GTP editing team 7 June 2024 TUI Group will provide support to FTI customers in 13 destinations including Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Olympus Adrenaline & Nature Festival Brings Pieria Region into the Spotlight by Maria Paravantes 7 June 2024 by Maria Paravantes 7 June 2024 The 1st Olympus Adrenaline & Nature Festival held in Litochoro, Pieria, brought together local tourism professionals and offered visitors the chance to learn more about year-round experiences in the region. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Australian Travelers Win ‘Two Tickets to Greece’ and Visit Amorgos and Santorini by GTP editing team 7 June 2024 by GTP editing team 7 June 2024 An Australian mother-daughter duo explored Amorgos and Santorini after winning a competition following the screening of “Two Tickets to Greece” in Sydney. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail