Hospitality HOTREC Questions EU Proposal to Extend Smoke-Free Regulations to Outdoor Areas by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 The EU is looking to extend smoke-free environments and HOTREC is asking for an impact assessment on the hospitality sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Partners with TikTok to Boost Tourism Promotion by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 The Greek Tourism Ministry is partnering with TikTok to promote Greece through various activities, including advertising campaigns and the creation of original audiovisual content. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ABTA: UK Travelers Show Growing Confidence in Overseas Trips by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 UK citizens are currently more confident about traveling overseas than they were at this time last year, according to ABTA – The Travel Association. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Fraport Continues Upgrades at 14 Greek Regional Airports, Invests €50m Annually by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 Fraport Greece invests 50 million euros annually to upgrade the 14 regional airports it manages in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Governor Proposes ‘European Network of Regions’ for Sustainable Development by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias has proposed the establishment of a European Network of Regions, aimed at addressing key issues including sustainable waste management and the efficient operation of public transportation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Wherever Awards 2024: Greece Recognized as Top Family Destination by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 Greece shined as the best international and multigenerational family destination for American travelers at the Wherever Awards 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece Celebrates Voluntary Return of 5th Century BC Crater from Italy by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 by GTP editing team 20 September 2024 A 5th century BC crater, gifted in 1953 to Italian Prime Minister Alcide de Gasperi, has been returned to Greece by his grandson Paolo Kati de Gasperi. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats International Tourist Arrivals Hit 96% of Pre-pandemic Levels in January-July by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Around 790 million tourists travelled internationally in the first seven months of 2024, only 4% less than in 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Athens Hoteliers Call for Clarity on Proposed Fee Hikes by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Athens and Attica hoteliers oppose the Greek government’s planned fee hikes, citing concerns about competitiveness and the purpose of the increases. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greece Allocates Over €600 Million for Port Infrastructure Upgrades by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 The Greek government is aiming to improve the interconnectivity of the islands and upgrade port infrastructure. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Strengthens Ties with French Market at IFTM Top Resa 2024 Expo by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 While attending the IFTM Top Resa expo in Paris, Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias forged key partnerships to boost tourism flows to the Greek region. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise High Cruise Passenger Levy Could ‘Diminish’ Mykonos’ Competitiveness, Says Port Authority by Guest Editor 19 September 2024 by Guest Editor 19 September 2024 The Municipal Port Authority of Mykonos has raised concerns about the potential impact of an announced high cruise levy charged to passengers visiting the island. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy New Tax for Small Boats in Greece Effective This Year by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Boat owners with vessels up to 12 meters in length are required to pay a new tax, ranging from 100 to 200 euros, by September 30. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Six Beaches on Rhodes Lose Blue Flag Certification by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 Six beaches on Rhodes have been removed from the “Blue Flag” 2024 list after failing to meet the program’s stringent operational and sustainability standards. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture New Lighting Transforms Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 by GTP editing team 19 September 2024 The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion has been illuminated with a new lighting system, providing visitors with a refreshed visual experience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise SETE Opposes Greek Government’s New Measures for Tourism by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 SETE has raised several concerns regarding the Greek government’s new measures aimed at supporting a sustainable tourism model. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Santorini Hoteliers Worry New Measures May Affect Tourism Season by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Santorini’s hoteliers are worried about the new measures for the tourism sector presented by the Greek government. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov European Travel Industry Applauds Greece’s Commissioner for New EU Tourism and Transport Portfolio by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Greece’s commissioner has been assigned the new European portfolio for Sustainable Transport and Tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Heraklion Port Majority Stake Officially Acquired by Grimaldi Group by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 The Heraklion Port Authority is embarking on a new era of growth following the acquisition of a majority stake in its share capital by the Grimaldi Group-Minoan Lines S.A. consortium. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece Reclaims Three Antiquities from the United States by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 by GTP editing team 18 September 2024 Three antiquities, previously in the possession of a U.S. citizen, have been repatriated to Greece through the Greek Consulate in Atlanta, Georgia. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail