Destinations news Athens-Attica Hoteliers Highlight Urgent Need for Infrastructure Upgrades by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 Athens’ hoteliers have raised concerns about whether the infrastructure in the Greek capital sufficiently meets the needs of both residents and visitors. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Attica Named ‘Best Greek Hospitality Region’ for Elevating the Tourism Experience by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 Attica was named the “Best Greek Hospitality Region” at the Greek Hospitality Awards 2024 for its innovative strategy in enhancing its tourism experience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Peloponnese Region Invests in Hiking Tourism with Expanded Trail Network by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 The Region of Peloponnese is set to invest over 2.9 million euros to improve its network of trails and natural routes, aiming to strengthen its appeal as a premier hiking … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece’s LGBTIQ+ Tourism Appeal Showcased at Events in Sweden by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 by GTP editing team 4 November 2024 The GNTO is actively promoting Greece as an LGBTQ+ friendly destination, recently hosting events in Sweden to showcase popular locales for the LGBTQ+ community. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens Hotels Face Fifth Month of Occupancy Decline Amid Rising Room Rates by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 A 1.2% decline in the occupancy rates of Athens hotels was recorded in September, marking the fifth consecutive month of decreases in 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Increases Subsidies for Holiday Passes in Thessaly and Evros by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 Participants in Greece’s “Thessaly Evros Pass” subsidized vacation program will receive higher deposits on their debit cards for the Nov-Dec phase. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Greek Railways Embrace European Standards to Boost Safety and Skills by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 Greek railway company Hellenic Train is participating in specialized training programs for safety and service, offered by the European Railway Agency. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens Metro Lines 2 and 3 Extend Weekend Service Hours Until 2 AM by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 The Athens Metro has extended the Friday and Saturday night service for Lines 2 and 3 until 2:00 AM. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality ITEP: Room Prices and Occupancy Rates Rise in Greek Hotels this September by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 by GTP editing team 1 November 2024 In September 2024, Greek hotels experienced an uptick, with average room prices soaring by 25% and occupancy rates rising by 5% compared to the previous year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Marketing Greece Aims to Elevate Tourism with Sustainable Practices by Asimina Doumani 1 November 2024 by Asimina Doumani 1 November 2024 During 2023-2024, Marketing Greece implemented initiatives to promote Greece’s transition to a more sustainable tourism model through joint actions, cultural initiatives, and AI tools. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA: Air Travel Demand Reaches September All-Time High, But Challenges Ahead by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 Passenger demand reached record highs as the peak travel season closed, though the air travel boom is bringing new challenges. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens’ Faliro Bay Metropolitan Park Project Progresses with EU Funding by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 The largest urban regeneration project ever undertaken in the Region of Attica is progressing toward completion. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens and Greek Islands Among Top MICE Destinations for 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 Athens and the Greek Islands have ranked as top international MICE destinations in the 2024 Global Destination Index by Global DMC Partners. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece to Map Trails for New National Path Network by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 Greece’s trails and networked paths will be integrated into a national path network, according to the Environment and Energy Ministry. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greece Launches New Digital Portal for Ferry Passenger Rights by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 The Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy has launched a portal allowing ferry passengers to access information on their rights. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Road Arrivals Jump 17.5% in September, 14.5% in First Nine Months by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 Road tourism to Greece continued its strong performance in September as well as throughout the first nine months of the year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Education Greece Announces Upskilling and Reskilling Programs for Tourism Sector; Applications Now Open by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 A new platform has launched aimed at upskilling and reskilling workers in Greece’s tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review Greece Initiates Major Marina Project for Mega Yachts on Corfu by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 For the first time in over 20 years, Greece is embarking on a greenfield project to develop a modern marina capable of accommodating mega yachts. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New State-of-the-Art Conference Center to Be Built in Larissa by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 Larissa, the capital of the Thessaly Region, is set to establish itself as destination for meetings and events, thanks to the development of its new conference center. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news HCH: Florina Accommodation Facility with Carbon Monoxide Leak Not a Hotel by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 An accommodation facility in Limnochori, Florina — that led to a mass poisoning of 14 guests — is not a hotel business, says the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail