Destinations news Central Greece Motorway E65 Adding More Kilometers by GTP editing team 15 July 2024 by GTP editing team 15 July 2024 Another section of the northern side of Greece’s E65 motorway was opened to traffic in July, marking rapid progress towards its completion. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Kastoria Uses Virtual Reality to Enhance Tourist Experience by GTP editing team 15 July 2024 by GTP editing team 15 July 2024 The Municipality of Kastoria, northern Greece, is modernizing its communication strategy by using virtual reality (VR) to boost tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece to ‘Stream’ Worldwide Through Netflix Agreement by GTP editing team 13 July 2024 by GTP editing team 13 July 2024 Netflix will promote Greece’s tourism offerings to the world through the power of image and storytelling, following an agreement with the GNTO. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news AirDNA: Greece’s 3 Cities with Affordable Airbnb Rates by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 Greece ranks among the top 5 most expensive countries in Europe for Airbnb rentals, yet it boasts three cities that offer particularly affordable stays. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece’s Draft Land Use Plan Includes Guidelines for Cultural and Religious Tourism by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 Greece’s draft spatial plan for tourism includes provisions for developing special interest tourism forms like Cultural and Religious Tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Visitors from Asia Pacific and the US Add to Europe’s Tourism Growth this Summer by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 Europe is set for an exceptional summer, with inbound tourism projected to surpass previous records, according to data by travel intelligence provider ForwardKeys. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Seaplane Test Flights Connect Skopelos, Alonissos, Skyros by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 Hellenic Seaplanes conducted test flights, which involved a series of landings and disembarkations, between three islands in the Sporades group located in the Aegean Sea. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Development Tender Launched for Vassilitsa Ski Resort in Northern Greece by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 Greece’s asset development fund is tendering the 25-year concession for the Vassilitsa Ski Resort. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Port Restoration to Begin in Storm-hit Volos in Thessaly by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 Greek authorities have begun the process to restore the port of Volos in Thessaly, severely damaged by storms “Daniel” and “Elias” in September 2023. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news France’s ‘Désirs de Voyages’ Showcases 13 Greek Islands in the Cyclades by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 by GTP editing team 12 July 2024 French magazine “Désirs de Voyages” dedicated a ten-page tribute to showcase the picturesque landscapes and authentic charm of 13 Cycladic islands. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review Greek Parliament Passes New Tourism Law by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 Greek lawmakers approved a new tourism law, aiming to enhance tourism infrastructure and education and strengthen the sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Greece Looks to Further Develop Cruise, Yachting, Diving Tourism Markets by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 Greece’s new proposed Special Spatial Framework for Tourism updates regulations for maritime tourism, covering markets such as cruise tourism, yachting tourism, and diving tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ETC: Tourists in Europe Expected to Spend €800.5bn in 2024, Up 13.7% by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 The most significant increases in inbound tourist spending for the year-to-date are in Spain and Greece, according to a recent report by the ETC. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece to Pilot Digital Work Card in Tourism Market Starting this Fall by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 The Greek Ministry of Labor has agreed on a pilot run of the digital work card in the tourism sector this fall. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov New “e-CharterParty” App to Ease Bureaucracy for Professional Boat Owners in Greece by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 The Greek government is moving fast forward with new a new application to ease procedures for professional pleasure boat owners in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News GNTO Tells Football Fans in Germany: ‘Greece is a Life-changing Experience’ by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 by GTP editing team 11 July 2024 The GNTO has left its mark at the UEFA Euro 2024 games in Germany with an outdoor digital screen campaign showcasing Greece’s promise of a life-changing experience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ForwardKeys: City Destinations Outpace Sun & Beach Holidays in Europe’s Tourism Revival by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 Urban city destinations are leading the charge in Europe’s tourism revival due in part to major events taking place during the summer season. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Kalamata Airport Concession and 22 Greek Regional Airports Tender Expected in 2024 by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 Greece aims to announce the Kalamata Airport concessionaire this year and plans to open bidding for 22 more regional airports. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Proposes Spatial Provisions for Sports, Golf, and Ski Tourism Niche Markets by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 Greece’s new proposed spatial framework for tourism encompasses niche markets such as sports tourism, adventure tourism, skiing, golfing, and cycling 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greek Taxi Drivers Strike on Thursday Over Draft Tourism Bill by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 by GTP editing team 10 July 2024 Greek taxi drivers are reacting to a new Tourism Ministry draft bill and have announced a 24-hour strike on Thursday, July 11. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail