Destinations news OAKA: €11.5M Tender Announced for Athens’ Olympic Center Upgrade Project by GTP editing team 21 January 2025 by GTP editing team 21 January 2025 A tender for upgrading the surrounding area of the Olympic Athletic Center of Athens (OAKA), the main venue of the 2004 Olympics, is now open. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece to Enforce New Rules for Short-term Rentals Starting October 1 by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 As of October 1, 2025, new specifications for short-term rental properties in Greece will take effect, according to a new law. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Ranks Among Europe’s Top 5 for Overnight Stays in 2024 by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 Greece is among the top five European countries for overnight stays in 2024, with over 152 million travelers and a 3.5% rise from 2023. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greece and Bulgaria Strengthen Connectivity with Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) Collaboration by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 Greece and Bulgaria have focused on developing key European corridors that facilitate the seamless movement of goods, services, and people. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Attica Governor Promotes Yachting Tourism at boot Düsseldorf Fair by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 by GTP editing team 20 January 2025 Attica Governor Nikos Hardalias, during his visit to the boot Düsseldorf fair in Germany, highlighted the region’s growing prominence as a key yachting hub. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy New Greek Tourism Bill Passed: Sustainability Measures and Rules for Airbnb-type Rentals by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 Greek Parliament has approved a new tourism bill that regulates short-term rentals, among other provisions. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greek Airports See Record 9.3% Growth in Passenger Traffic for 2024 by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 Greece’s 39 airports recorded a significant increase in passenger traffic in 2024, collectively handling over 79.4 million travelers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greek Hoteliers Sound Alarm Over High Municipal Fees by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 The Hellenic Hoteliers Federation is urging the Greek government to enforce laws limiting excessive municipal levies and fees on the hotel sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel UK to Raise ETA Travel Permit Cost by 60%, Sparks Industry Concerns by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 by GTP editing team 17 January 2025 The UK Home Office intends to raise the cost of Electronic Travel Authorisations (ETAs) from £10 to £16, prompting opposition from IATA. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greece to See Steep Rise in Ferry Ticket Prices in 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 Ferry ticket prices in Greece are expected to rise sharply due to new environmental regulations, with increases of up to 12%, beginning in May 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Fraport Greece Breaks Passenger Traffic Record with Over 36 Million Travelers in 2024 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 The 14 Greek regional airports managed by Fraport Greece welcomed over 36 million passengers in 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greece Advances Cycling Tourism with National Strategy and EuroVelo Network by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 Key Greek government ministries have partnered with the NGO “Cities for Cycling” to establish Greece as a leading destination for cycling tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens Among Safest Cities in the World for Female Business Travelers, Study Finds by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 Athens ranks among the “Safest Cities for Female Business Travelers” in the world, according to TMC Good Travel Management. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete Shines as One of Europe’s Best Sunny Getaways in Winter by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 Crete is listed among the best European sunny getaways for winter by the travel and culture platform European Best Destinations (EBD). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats TIF-Helexpo Drives ESG Initiatives, Highlights Sustainability Progress in Latest Report by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 by GTP editing team 16 January 2025 TIF-Helexpo, Greece’s national exhibition body, significantly advanced its commitment to reducing its environmental footprint in 2023, according to its annual Sustainable Development Report. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greece Sees Significant Growth in Airline Seat Capacity for Winter 2025 by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 Airlines are expected to increase seat capacity on incoming international flights to Greece by 16.4% for the winter season. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greek Hotel Chamber Marks 90th Anniversary with ‘Hospitality with Value for All’ Initiative by Nikos Krinis 15 January 2025 by Nikos Krinis 15 January 2025 Celebrating 90 years, the Greek hotel chamber is highlighting hospitality’s key role in driving Greece’s growth. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek Shipping Needs to Attract Young Talent for Future Growth, Experts Say by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 Greece’s shipping workforce falls short of national growth targets, highlighting a significant challenge for the sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel European Commission Applauds EASA’s Aviation Environmental Report 2025 by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 The European Commission aims to enhance collaboration with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to ensure the continued success of Europe’s aviation sector. 1 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Islands: Green Transformation and Infrastructure Upgrades Underway by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 by GTP editing team 15 January 2025 The Greek government is advancing efforts to modernize port infrastructure and enhance connectivity across the islands, ensuring sustainable and efficient development. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail