AIA - Athens Airport Updates Greece’s August 2024 Passenger Traffic Up 18.7%, Ranking 5th in European Recovery by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Greece ranks fifth among European countries in terms of recovery compared to pre-pandemic August 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece and Italy to Modernize 1986 Tourism Pact by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Greece and Italy have agreed to elevate their tourism cooperation by renewing an agreement originally established in 1986. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Projects Totaling €2.83 Billion Announced for Eastern Macedonia and Thrace Region by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Greece’s prime minister has announced projects totaling 2.83 billion euros for the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Interviews Interview: Sabre’s Richard Addey Shares Insights on Enhancing Travel Experiences with AI by Nikos Krinis 4 October 2024 by Nikos Krinis 4 October 2024 Sabre’s Richard Addey will discuss AI innovations and hotel attachment rates at ABTA’s 2024 Travel Convention at Costa Navarino. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Ferry Services to Halt October 22-23 Due to 48-Hour Strike by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Ferries throughout Greece will be halted from October 22 to 23 due to a 48-hour strike announced by the Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Sees Rental and Home Sale Prices Surge During Q3 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 Housing and rental prices in Greece continue to rise, with the Spitogatos Index reporting another increase in the third quarter of 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Mitsis: Hotel Investments Essential for Enhancing Piraeus’ Tourism Appeal by Asimina Doumani 4 October 2024 by Asimina Doumani 4 October 2024 Stavros Mitsis of Mitsis Hotels highlights the importance of quality hotels in Piraeus, noting that new developments will enhance tourism infrastructure and attract more travelers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Skiathos Hoteliers Conclude Summer Season and Sets Sights on 2025 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 by GTP editing team 4 October 2024 The hoteliers association of Skiathos celebrated the conclusion of this summer’s tourism season for the island and looks forward to the upcoming season in 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Air Travel Demand Soars 8.6% in August as the Market Heats Up, Says IATA by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 The air travel market is thriving, with airlines effectively responding to the growing demand, according to IATA. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Ferry Captains Call for Urgent Upgrades at 102 Ports by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 The union of Greek ferry captains has released a report warning of urgent safety concerns at Greek ports due to inadequate infrastructure. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation EU Report Highlights Benefits of Rail Competition on Prices and Sustainability by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 A European Commission report on rail competition is poised to serve as a blueprint for the rail agenda of EU Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas, according to the European Rail Freight … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Condé Nast Traveller Readers Applaud Greek Hotels and Destinations for 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 Greek islands, hotels, resorts, and Athens International Airport received prestigious accolades at the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards by Condé Nast Traveller. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Naxos Impresses UK Travel Market as a Sustainable Tourism Destination by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 Following a recent fam trip to Naxos, top UK travel agents announced plans to feature the Greek island as a “Sustainability Ambassador” destination on their platforms. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attiki Odos Highway Toll Price Drops Starting October 6 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 by GTP editing team 3 October 2024 Tolls on the Attiki Odos ring road in Athens will be reduced from 2.80 euros to 2.50 euros, effective on October 6, as part of a new concession agreement. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Analysis: Greek Tourism ‘Slowly’ Moving Away from Seasonality by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 A new study finds Greece’s tourism market shifting away from its traditional seasonality, aligning with global tourism trends. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news AirDNA: Greece Ranks High in Summer ADR for Short-term Rentals by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 Greece ranked among the top countries in Europe for the highest Average Daily Rate (ADR) for short-term rentals this summer. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Minister Highlights Greece’s Commitment to Green Initiatives for its Islands by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 Greece’s government is implementing strategies to ensure the sustainable development of the Greek islands, focusing on green initiatives. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Celebrating 150 Years: Hotel Grande Bretagne’s Documentary Wins Cannes Silver Dolphin Award by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 The “150 Years Hotel Grande Bretagne: Hosting History” documentary, which commemorates the legacy of the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens, was honored at the 2024 Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Survey Reveals What Greeks Think About their Transportation Options by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 by GTP editing team 2 October 2024 A survey by HIT-CERTH, conducted in cooperation with Uber, identifies the need for improved public transportation in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Among Top 10 in Europe for Overnight Stays in First Half of 2024 by GTP editing team 1 October 2024 by GTP editing team 1 October 2024 Eurostat data ranks Greece 7th among 35 European countries for overnight stays at tourist accommodations during the first half of 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail