Air Travel EU Launches Flight Emissions Label to Promote Sustainable Air Travel by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 The European Commission has introduced a groundbreaking Flight Emissions Label (FEL) to provide transparent data on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for flights within and departing the EU. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Among Top-performing Economies of 2024, Says The Economist by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 Greece ranks among the top five countries with the strongest economic performance in 2024, according to an analysis by The Economist. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens’ Restaurant Scene Celebrates New MICHELIN Guide 2024 Honors by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 by GTP editing team 23 December 2024 The MICHELIN Guide has unveiled its 2024 selection of Athens’ finest restaurants, offering both local food enthusiasts and international gourmets a comprehensive guide to the Greek capital’s exceptional culinary scene. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Survey: Greeks Rank Overtourism Among Top Concerns by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2024 Greece is facing growing concerns over overtourism, as a recent survey reveals it as a significant issue among Greeks. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Tourism Flows Between Greece and Turkey Show Gradual Increase, Says Minister by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 Greece and Turkey are focusing on strategies to achieve mutual benefits in the tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Airlines vs. Airports: Debate Over Slot Regulation and Capacity Intensifies by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2024 IATA and Airports Council International (ACI) are locked in a debate over airport capacity and slot regulations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review EU Council Adopts Revised Package Travel Directive to Boost Traveler Protection by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 The revised EU Package Travel Directive clarifies several aspects of previous legislation, particularly focusing on refunds, insolvency protection, and the use of vouchers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens ForwardKeys: Athens Among Top Global Performers in Year-on-Year Growth for 2024 by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 Athens emerged as a standout destination in 2024, achieving an impressive 17% year-on-year growth and securing a spot in ForwardKeys’ ranking of top-performing global destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greek Hotel Industry Raises Concerns Over New Fee in Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 20 December 2024 The Municipality of Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni has decided to implement a new 12-year sustainable development fee on businesses, sparking concerns among hotel owners. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Maritime Ministry: 21 Greek Island Port Upgrade Projects Fast-tracked for Development by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 Twenty-one island port upgrade projects have been included in the strategic investments of Greece’s asset development fund (HRADF), expediting their progress. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens U.S. News: 3 Greek Destinations in 2025 Best Vacations Rankings by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 Athens, Santorini and Crete ranked among the top European and global destinations for 2025 in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Culture Ministry: Greece Returns 1,055 Ancient Coins to Türkiye by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 by GTP editing team 20 December 2024 Greece has returned 1,055 ancient coins to Türkiye, which had been illegally imported into the country in 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News SETE Identifies Four Priority Areas to Strengthen the Greek Tourism Sector by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2024 SETE outlines four key priorities essential for ensuring the Greek tourism sector’s long-term growth and resilience. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greece Aims to Address Tourism Education and Labor Market Challenges by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2024 The Greek government aims to address the dual challenge of enhancing tourism education and meeting the sector’s labor demands. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review EU Commissioner Introduces First-ever Unified European Tourism Strategy by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 19 December 2024 A European tourism strategy is being developed to tackle critical challenges and ensure the sector’s sustainable growth. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Strong Demand for Athens Tourism Signaled by Google Searches for 2025 by Nikos Krinis 18 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 18 December 2024 Google searches for travel to Athens from the US have increased significantly, with additional growth noted from Israel, the UK, and France. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Study: Greek Hotels See Higher Tax Burden Compared to Other Sectors by Nikos Krinis 18 December 2024 by Nikos Krinis 18 December 2024 Hotels in Greece face a significantly higher tax burden than other sectors of the economy, says an ITEP study 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece to Extend Ionia Motorway by 70 km, Connecting Ioannina to Albanian Border by GTP editing team 18 December 2024 by GTP editing team 18 December 2024 The Ionia Motorway will be extended to the Greek-Albanian border, further enhancing the connectivity of the Region of Epirus. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Forbes Names Athenian Riviera Among Top Destinations for 2025 by GTP editing team 18 December 2024 by GTP editing team 18 December 2024 Forbes Magazine has named the Athenian Riviera as one of the Top 12 Destinations for 2025, highlighting its luxurious charm and glamorous past. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy New Tourism Law Threatens Greece’s Thriving Short-term Rental Market by GTP editing team 17 December 2024 by GTP editing team 17 December 2024 The Greek government faces backlash from STAMA Greece over a draft law provision that could disrupt the short-term rental market. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail