Destinations news Greek Investments Committee Approves New Tourism Project in Saronida by GTP editing team 24 June 2022 by GTP editing team 24 June 2022 A new tourism project budgeted at 840 million euros to be erected in the coastal town of Saronida, eastern Attica, has been approved by Greek authorities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greece Extends Ban on Russian Aircraft Until September 22 by GTP editing team 24 June 2022 by GTP editing team 24 June 2022 Greece has extended the ban on Russian aircraft from entering its airspace until September 22. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Deloitte to Support Greek Islands’ Transition to Climate Neutrality, Circular Economy by GTP editing team 24 June 2022 by GTP editing team 24 June 2022 Deloitte will develop a new comprehensive strategy for small Greek islands, aiming to support their efforts in tapping into the benefits of the green economy and digital innovation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 The Day After – efforts and initiatives ‘Explore Your Happy Place’ – Greece’s New Tourism Promo by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 “Explore Your Happy Place” is Greece’s new promo campaign launched this month internationally, inviting travelers to find their happy place somewhere in Greece, all year round. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates GEK TERNA – Hard Rock Join Forces for Luxury Resort and Casino in Greece by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 Greek construction firm GEK TERNA, awarded the 30-year concession for the development of Greece’s first Integrated Resort and Casino, has entered into a partnership with Hard Rock. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Athens Launches ‘Heat Alert’, Opens Air-conditioned Spaces for Heatwave by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 The Municipality of Athens has launched a “Heat Alert” system, informing residents and visitors of extreme hot weather and providing information on protection measures. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Presents Priority Areas to Get ‘ESPA 2021-2027’ Funding by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlined the priority areas that will benefit from a new round of EU funding, known as ESPA, during a conference held recently in Kalamata. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News UNWTO: First Global Youth Tourism Summit to Take Place in Sorrento, Italy by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 by GTP editing team 23 June 2022 The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is getting ready to host its first Global Youth Tourism Summit, that will bring more than 130 young people from 60 countries to Sorrento, Italy, … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
COVID-19 Restarting Travel & Tourism in Greece SETE: Greek Tourism 2022 Revenues May Reach or Even Exceed 2019 Levels by Nikos Krinis 22 June 2022 by Nikos Krinis 22 June 2022 Revenues from Greek tourism this year may even exceed 2019 levels although 2022 is a “difficult, complicated and unpredictable” year, according to SETE President Yiannis Retsos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greek Tourism Enterprises Still Short of Staff, Portal Open for Jobseekers by Maria Paravantes 22 June 2022 by Maria Paravantes 22 June 2022 Tourism businesses in Greece are still short of staff with at least 2,430 job openings listed on the Public Employment Service (DYPA) portal. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA: Airlines Gaining Lost Ground as Tourism Picks Up Pace by GTP editing team 22 June 2022 by GTP editing team 22 June 2022 IATA revised upward its outlook for the industry’s 2022 financial performance adding however that key challenges ahead will include soaring fuel prices. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Covid-19 Government measures Covid-19 Back to Disrupt Summer as Cases Spike Across Europe by Maria Paravantes 22 June 2022 by Maria Paravantes 22 June 2022 Europe ushered in summer this week with a surge in Covid-19 cases and a warning by the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) that Omicron subvariants may lead … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Lavender Agritourism Project Promo Launches in Evros, Greece by GTP editing team 22 June 2022 by GTP editing team 22 June 2022 The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) is supporting the lesser-known Greek destination of Evros with the “Vast Purple of Evros” agritourism project showcasing the cultivation of lavender in the area. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek Products Shine at Summer Fancy Food Show 2022 in New York by GTP editing team 22 June 2022 by GTP editing team 22 June 2022 Greek products were showcased at the Summer Fancy Food Show 2022, a significant F&B event that took place in Manhattan, New York, during June 12-14. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
COVID-19 Restarting Travel & Tourism in Greece Robust Traveler Flows Boost Greece Travel Receipts by 1,000% in April by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 Greece’s travel receipts in April increased by 1,000.4% percent to 647.0 million euros from 58.8 million euros in the same month last year, driven by a strong rise in the … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Welcomes First Ferry from Cyprus 21 Years Later by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 Greece welcomed the first passenger ferry from Cyprus this week, marking the beginning of a highly discussed maritime connection between the two countries. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary Greek Hoteliers Choose Local Products, Support Greece’s Primary Production by Nikos Krinis 21 June 2022 by Nikos Krinis 21 June 2022 More and more Greek hoteliers are choosing to serve and promote Greek products in their hotels, according to a survey by the Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greeks to Get More Support to Deal With Soaring Energy and Fuel Costs by Maria Paravantes 21 June 2022 by Maria Paravantes 21 June 2022 The Greek government has announced new measures, including an increased gas subsidy, to help Greeks deal with soaring energy and fuel costs. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Region Plans to Set Up Destination Management Organization by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 The Region of Attica is finalizing actions required to establish a Destination Management Organization (DMO) for the promotion of the areas in its responsibility. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Thessaloniki’s Hoteliers Elect Andreas Mandrinos as President for a Third Term by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 by GTP editing team 21 June 2022 Greek hotelier Andreas Mandrinos was re-elected as president of the Thessaloniki Hotels Association for a third consecutive term. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail