Hospitality Greek Hotels See Revenue Boost in 2024, Driven by Higher Room Prices by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 Greek hotels recorded a rise in revenue in 2024, primarily due to increased room prices rather than a surge in occupancy. 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
Ferries PNO Announces Nationwide Ferry Strike in Greece on February 28 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 by GTP editing team 4 February 2025 The Pan-Hellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO) has announced a 24-hour nationwide strike across all categories of ships, set for Friday, February 28. 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
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Among Top Choices for Long-Haul Travelers in Winter/Spring 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 Greece ranks among long-haul travelers’ top choices for winter and spring 2025, according to the ETC. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece and Turkey Top Destinations for Bulgarian Travelers in 2024 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 Greece and Turkey were the most popular destinations for Bulgarian travelers in 2024, recent data shows. 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
Destinations news Study: London Becomes Top Destination for Greek Travelers in 2024 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 Greeks have been traveling more abroad over the past three years, with London emerging as their top destination in 2024, surpassing Rome. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy ECTAA: ‘EU Compass’ for Competitiveness to Strengthen Europe’s Travel Sector by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 ECTAA has welcomed the “Competitiveness Compass”, an initiative to enhance the EU’s global competitiveness and boost innovation. 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
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
athens Develop Athens S.A. Officially Named DMMO for Greek Capital by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 Athens now officially has a DMMO, marking a significant milestone in the municipality’s efforts to strengthen its tourism strategy. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
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