2024 Year in Review Greece Nominates Harry Theoharis for Secretary General of the World Tourism Organization by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 MP Harry Theoharis is Greece’s candidate for Secretary General of the World Tourism Organization. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats INSETE Proposes Ways to Boost Greece’s Rankings in World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Index by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 INSETE proposes actions for Greece’s advancement in the WEF’s Travel & Tourism Development Index. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy ECTAA: EU’s Proposed Passenger Mobility Package has ‘Unworkable’ Reimbursement Rules by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 ECTAA has addressed critical issues of the EU’s proposed Passenger Mobility Package. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece’s Investment Framework for Tourism Turns More Favorable, Says Minister by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 A more favorable investment framework for tourism projects that emphasizes sustainability and environmental protection is taking shape in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Survey: Greek Islands Among Top Year-round Vacation Spots for US Travelers in 2025 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 The Greek Islands feature among the 2025 top destinations for year-round trips for American travelers, according to vacation rental company HomeToGo. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ETC: Greece Among Top 10 European Destinations for Fall and Winter 2024/2025 Travel by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Greece is among the top 10 European destinations that travelers plan to visit between October 2024 and March 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel INSETE: Greece Sees 1.6 Million More Air Arrivals in January-September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Greece saw a significant increase in foreign arrivals — both by air and road — during January-September. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality STAMA Criticizes Increased Climate Resilience Fee on Greek Airbnb-type Rentals by Asimina Doumani 25 October 2024 by Asimina Doumani 25 October 2024 Greece’s Short-Term Accommodation Managers Association opposes the government’s increase of the Climate Resilience Fee on Airbnb-type rentals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Receives Praise from IMF for ‘Exemplary Success’ in Economic Growth by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 “Greece has been upgraded during the last five years, no longer being the weakest link but an exemplary success,” the country’s economy minister, Kostis Hatzidakis, said after attending IMF and … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Central Macedonia: Tourism and Key Industries to Get Funding for Innovation by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 SMEs in the tourism sector of Central Macedonia are among the most active applicants seeking funding through an ESPA program announced by the regional authority. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Lavrio Port on Track for Future Development and Upgrading by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 The Greek government’s strategic plan to enhance key port infrastructure includes the development of the port of Lavrio, Attica’s third-largest port. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news GNTO and Magnesia Hoteliers Unite to Form New Working Group for Tourism Boost by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 A working group dedicated to promoting tourism in Magnesia, Thessaly, was formed between the destination’s hotel association and the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Ranks 27th in OECD International Tax Competitiveness Index by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 Greece ranks 27th among the 38 OECD countries in this year’s International Tax Competitiveness Index (ITCI). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Real Estate Market Not Happy with Golden Visa Program Changes by Asimina Doumani 24 October 2024 by Asimina Doumani 24 October 2024 The Greek real estate sector has expressed dissatisfaction with the recent changes made by the government to the country’s Golden Visa program. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Greek Laws Upskilling and Reskilling: Greece Prioritizes Human Resources in Tourism Sector by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 The Greek government will invest up to 45 million euros in upskilling and reskilling programs for tourism professionals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greek Rail Network to Undergo Major Modernization with EIB Support by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 To improve the safety, punctuality, and sustainability of its railway network, Greece has signed an agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to shape rail investments over the next two … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News TUI Launches Education Program to ‘Shape’ the Future of Greek Tourism by Asimina Doumani 24 October 2024 by Asimina Doumani 24 October 2024 The TUI Care Foundation partners with the non-profit Wise Greece to launch a free, innovative educational program for Greek entrepreneurs and businesses. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Attica and Shanghai Unite for Enhanced Educational and Cultural Cooperation by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 by GTP editing team 24 October 2024 The regional authority of Attica is set to strengthen its cultural ties with China, marking a significant step towards fostering deeper bilateral relations through collaborative educational and cultural initiatives. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Airbnb: Athens Ranks Among Europe’s Top 10 for December Holidays by GTP editing team 23 October 2024 by GTP editing team 23 October 2024 Athens is among the European cities with the highest demand for short-term rentals during the upcoming holiday season, according to data by AirDNA. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Enterprise Greece Sees High Investment Interest in Greek Tourism Sector by GTP editing team 23 October 2024 by GTP editing team 23 October 2024 Greece has regained a top position among investor preferences, according to Enterprise Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail