Surveys, Trends & Stats EU Sees Positive Growth for Greece but Warns of Ongoing Inflation Risks by GTP editing team 18 November 2024 by GTP editing team 18 November 2024 The European Commission projects steady growth for Greece’s economy over the next few years, though inflation remains a significant challenge that could slow recovery. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Innovation and Investment Top Agenda at UN Tourism Executive Council by GTP editing team 18 November 2024 by GTP editing team 18 November 2024 UN Tourism’s Executive Council has met again to jointly advance the transformation of the sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Santorini Hoteliers Call for Decade-Long Strategy for Greek Tourism by GTP editing team 18 November 2024 by GTP editing team 18 November 2024 The Santorini Hoteliers Association has highlighted the need for a comprehensive ten-year strategy to bolster Greek tourism, with a focus on tailoring specific destinations to target markets. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Accor Hotels Eyes Expansion in Northern Greece Over Next Five Years by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 Accor identifies significant growth potential for its brands in Thessaloniki and Halkidiki, Northern Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Events EU Commissioner Tzitzikostas Announces Comprehensive Tourism Strategy for Europe by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 A new, comprehensive European tourism strategy designed to address mounting competition and significant challenges will soon be unveiled. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Ministry Aims to Make Northern Greece a Year-Round Tourism Hub by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 Northern Greece is being modernized and upgraded, shaping a new profile as an attractive, year-round destination, according to Greek Deputy Tourism Minister Elena Rapti. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Anogeia, Crete, Recognized as One of the World’s ‘Best Tourism Villages’ by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 Anogeia, a village on the island of Crete, has been recognized as one of the “Best Tourism Villages” by the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
MICE TIF-Helexpo Expands US Presence Through Partnership with Hermes Expo International by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 TIF-Helexpo has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Hermes Expo International, strengthening ties with the US. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Sustainability Athens International Airport Wins Gold at Corporate & Financial Awards 2024 by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 by GTP editing team 15 November 2024 Athens International Airport (AIA) was honored with the gold award for Best IPO Communications at the Corporate & Financial Awards 2024, organized by Communicate magazine. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Regional Airports Achieve New Passenger Traffic High in Jan-Oct 2024 by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 Fraport Greece, which oversees 14 Greek regional airports, is on track to achieve a new record for passenger traffic in 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Ministry Unveils Key Initiatives to Strengthen Coastal Shipping and Safety by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 The Greek Maritime Affairs Ministry has announced six key initiatives aimed at modernizing coastal shipping and upgrading safety standards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Mykonos’ New Urban Planning Framework Sparks Reactions by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 Proposed changes under the new urban planning framework for Mykonos are sparking strong reactions from residents, investors, and local officials alike. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek Hoteliers Address Digital Work Card Implementation at Philoxenia Expo by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 Following its successful rollout in the industry and retail sectors, Greece’s Digital Work Card is expected to extend to the tourism sector in March 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News EENE: Tourism and Production Can Boost Greece’s Competitiveness by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 Tourism is a sector intricately linked to other economic areas, such as industry and agriculture, according to Alexandros Angelopoulos, the Vice President of the Hellenic Entrepreneurs Association (EENE). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Events WTM London 2024 Tourism Expo Closes with Strong Attendance, Record Numbers by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 by GTP editing team 14 November 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) London 2024 saw an 11% increase in pre-qualified buyers, with 5,049 professionals attending the three-day event, underscoring its status as the world’s leading travel and tourism … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Property Market Fourth Most Affordable in Europe, Says Report by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 Investment inflows in Greece’s housing sector are expected to remain strong, with the country still ranking among the most affordable in Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Ministry: Mykonos New Urban Plan to Balance Tourism and Environmental Protection by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 The new urban planning framework for Mykonos is open for public consultation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news TIF-Helexpo Presents Redevelopment Plan for Thessaloniki’s International Expo Center by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 TIF-Helexpo aims to make the international expo center in Thessaloniki the most environmentally sustainable of its kind in Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Ferries to Halt for 24 Hours on November 20 Amid Nationwide Strike by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 by GTP editing team 13 November 2024 All ferries in Greece will be docked for 24 hours on Wednesday, November 20 due to a nationwide strike. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Evgenios Vassilikos Elected New President of Athens–Attica Hoteliers Association by Nikos Krinis 13 November 2024 by Nikos Krinis 13 November 2024 The Athens – Attica & Argosaronic Hotel Association has appointed Evgenios Vassilikos as its new president for a three-year term. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail