Destination Specials Discover the Enchanting Island of Antiparos: Greece’s Hidden Gem by GTP editing team 16 August 2024 by GTP editing team 16 August 2024 Antiparos Island offers unforgettable vacations in the heart of Cyclades with picturesque beaches and a beautiful landscape. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Sabre Insights: How the Olympics Boosted Global Travel Trends by GTP editing team 14 August 2024 by GTP editing team 14 August 2024 The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris spurred a significant global travel surge with New York and Tokyo sending the most travelers to France, according to data by Sabre. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Questex: R&R Hospitality Forum to Unite Tourism Leaders, Investors in Athens by GTP editing team 14 August 2024 by GTP editing team 14 August 2024 Athens is getting ready to welcome industry leaders, investors, developers, and hospitality professionals to the Resort & Residential (R&R) Hospitality Forum by Questex. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Report: How Musical Events are Shaping the Global Tourism Scene in 2024 by GTP editing team 13 August 2024 by GTP editing team 13 August 2024 The Data Appeal Company reveals that major musical events make significant contributions to local economies and the international tourism landscape. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Greece Plans Fee Hike for Cruise Passengers to €10 at Top Destinations by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 To address the environmental and overcrowding impact on popular Greek destinations, the disembarkation fee for cruise ship passengers may increase to 10 euros per person. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Social Tourism Voucher Holders Flock to Evia and Halkidiki in July by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 Greek social tourism program voucher holders in July redeemed 14,464 vouchers, with Evia and Halkidiki emerging as top destinations for subsidized vacations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Paros Airport’s €41 Million Revamp: New Terminal and Extended Runway by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 New infrastructure projects at Paros Airport, including a terminal 17 times larger than the current one, are underway. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greek Police Boost Road Safety Measures for August 15 National Holiday by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 With high traffic expected around Greece’s August 15 holiday, the Greek Police urge drivers to adhere to safety measures during peak travel times. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Ministry Explores Improvements for Piraeus Public Transport by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 by GTP editing team 9 August 2024 The Greek Transport Ministry is exploring a major upgrade to Piraeus’s public transportation infrastructure, with the aim of enhancing connectivity and accessibility in Greece’s largest port city. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Google Declared Illegal Monopoly by US Court, Potential Travel Industry Implications by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 A US court has ruled that Google has been maintaining an illegal monopoly over online search. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Ferries Need to Go Green, Says XRTC Study by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 Greek coastal shipping companies face significant challenges, including the need to replace aging fleets with greener vessels, according to a study by XRTC. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greek Tourism Minister Addresses Ferry Ticket Prices and Extending the Season by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 Greece’s ferry ticket prices are under close scrutiny, says Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality New Era in Hospitality: 5,000 Hotels Worldwide Adopt WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 The WTTC celebrates yet another milestone as over 5,000 properties across more than 80 countries have now embraced its Hotel Sustainability Basics program. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Karpathos Sees Popularity Surge, Attracts Over 30,000 Visitors in July by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 Karpathos welcomed over 30,000 visitors in July, a significant increase attributed to the island’s targeted promotional efforts, according to the municipal authority. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Recruitments New Greek National Tourism Organization Secretary General Assumes Duties by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 In his first Board meeting, GNTO’s new secretary general, Andreas Fiorentinos, emphasized the organization’s readiness to address tourism challenges through expertise and collaboration. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece’s Gov.gr Wallet Adds Pet Identification to its Digital Services by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 The Gov.gr Wallet app now includes pet identity records, allowing Greek pet owners to access their pets’ data digitally. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Capital Economics Sees Tourism-driven Growth Surge in Greece in the Coming Years by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 The Greek economy, along with those of Spain and Portugal, is projected to exhibit significantly higher growth rates driven by a robust tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Eurocontrol: Greece’s Air Traffic Growth Hits 20% in July by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 Greece stands out among countries with impressive air traffic performance in July, according to Eurocontrol. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news August Remains ‘Hottest’ Month for Greece’s Tourism Market, Reports Show by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 August has proven to be a standout month for Greece’s tourism sector, with destinations like Messinia, Kythnos, and Ierapetra experiencing high demand. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Airlines Cancel, Change Winter Domestic Flights Due to Upgrade Works at Regional Airports by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 Planned upgrade works at nine Greek regional airports this winter will affect domestic flights, leading to cancellations and schedule changes. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail