Destinations news Kefalonia, Ithaca Featured in World Press by GTP editing team 13 July 2015 by GTP editing team 13 July 2015 The Ionian islands of Kefalonia and Ithaca are taking center stage in the international press thanks to the ongoing efforts of local sector professionals and the Kefalonia and Ithaca Hotel … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news ‘Guardian’ says ‘Go to Greece’, Calls for Solidarity through Tourism by GTP editing team 8 July 2015 by GTP editing team 8 July 2015 Aptly titled “Want to help Greece? Go there on holiday”, the Guardian is recommending holidaymakers “show solidarity through tourism” and visit Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news British Ambassador: All is Well Οn the Greek Islands by GTP editing team 7 July 2015 by GTP editing team 7 July 2015 There are no reports from tour operators to suggest that there are disruptions to services on the Greek islands, British Ambassador to Greece John Rittmer said in a statement on … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Zakynthos Welcomes Increased Travel Traffic for June by GTP editing team 7 July 2015 by GTP editing team 7 July 2015 Tourist traffic to the Ionian island of Zakynthos recorded a modest rise, up by 5.01 percent for June, compared to the same period in 2014, marking an overall 4.12 percent … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Public Transport Remains Free in Athens Until Friday by GTP editing team 6 July 2015 by GTP editing team 6 July 2015 Transport across Athens’ transit network will remain free until July 10, Alternate Minister for Transport Christos Spirtzis announced on Monday. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Travel Operators US-based Tour Operators Say Tourism to Greece is ‘Business As Usual’ by GTP editing team 2 July 2015 by GTP editing team 2 July 2015 Tour operator members of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) with travel programs to Greece are taking a “wait and see” approach to the current economic uncertainty but believe … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news ‘NYT’, ‘Conde Nast Traveler’, ‘USA Today’ Show Faith in Greece, Advise Vacationers to Keep Coming by GTP editing team 2 July 2015 by GTP editing team 2 July 2015 The New York Times, USA Today and Conde Nast Traveler (CNT) are, among other media, advising readers to proceed with their holiday plans to Greece as scheduled. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news BBC Tips Travelers on Getting the Most Out of Greece by GTP editing team 1 July 2015 by GTP editing team 1 July 2015 Despite the rocky political situation in Greece, media across the globe are publishing lists on what to watch out for if you plan to visit the country, and are insisting … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news ‘No Need to Cancel Just Plan Ahead’, CNT Tells Holidaymakers to Greece by GTP editing team 30 June 2015 by GTP editing team 30 June 2015 Luxury travel magazine Conde Nast Traveler has advised those traveling to Greece to plan carefully, adding that the closed banks and withdrawal restrictions at the country’s ATMs will in no … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Destsetters: Forget Negativity. Check Out 23 + 1 Reasons to Visit Greece! by GTP editing team 29 June 2015 by GTP editing team 29 June 2015 Greek online platform Destsetters has decided to showcase 23 + 1 photos to remind the world of Greece’s beauty. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Public Transport Free in Athens Until After Referendum is Held by GTP editing team 29 June 2015 by GTP editing team 29 June 2015 Transport across Athens’ transit network will be free from June 29 to July 6, Alternate Transport Minister Christos Spirtzis announced on Monday. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Santorini’s Archaic Kore Statue to Go On Display for First Time in 15 Years by Nikos Krinis 26 June 2015 by Nikos Krinis 26 June 2015 The Kore of Thira, an exquisite female statue discovered 15 years ago on Santorini but kept in storage since then due to lack of space, next year will be displayed … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Lesvos Mayor Urges Cruise Companies to Include Island in Stopovers by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 The Mayor of Lesvos is telling cruise companies that there is no reason to cancel scheduled itineraries to the island after the mother company of the Azamara Journey decided to … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news US Writer Gilbert Lauds Greece’s Zagoria Villages by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 Internationally acclaimed author Elisabeth Gilbert described Greece’s Zagorochoria as the “most beautiful place I’ve ever seen on earth” in a recent social media post after her to travels to the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete’s Hersonissos’ Reach Grows Thanks to Social Media, Bloggers by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 The diverse offerings of Crete’s Hersonissos Municipality took the Net by storm when images of the region hit everything from Flickr and twitter to Facebook and Instagram. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Initiatives Safe Water Sports Initiative Teaches Responsible Recreation by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 by GTP editing team 25 June 2015 A new initiative that informs people of safety regulations in water sports and water recreation and provides a channel of communication and evaluation of such facilities aims to ensure that … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Skyros Moves Closer to Getting a Waterway for Seaplane Flights by GTP editing team 24 June 2015 by GTP editing team 24 June 2015 A ministerial decision concerning the environmental requirements for the construction and operation of the first waterway in the Aegean, at Linaria Port on the island of Skyros, has been signed. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Pet-friendly Beaches in Greece Growing in Number by GTP editing team 24 June 2015 by GTP editing team 24 June 2015 More and more beaches across mainland Greece and on its islands are welcoming pets, according to media reports citing a recent decision by the shipping ministry in collaboration with the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New Signs Make Athens Walking Experience Easier by GTP editing team 18 June 2015 by GTP editing team 18 June 2015 City activist group atenistas are placing signs throughout the historic center of Athens in efforts to make walking the Greek capital easier for residents and travelers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news SETE Lays Groundwork for Central Macedonia Tourism Boost by GTP editing team 17 June 2015 by GTP editing team 17 June 2015 In efforts to tune in to the increasing needs of its members, the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) held its 3rd regional event on Tuesday, in the northern port city of … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
