Culture New Archaeological Museum Opens on Kythnos by GTP editing team 15 May 2023 by GTP editing team 15 May 2023 Kythnos has a new archaeological museum that showcases the Greek island’s cultural heritage. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Polish TV to Show Rhodes as Ideal Family-friendly Destination by GTP editing team 15 May 2023 by GTP editing team 15 May 2023 Rhodes will be shown as a family-friendly destination on the Polish weekly travel show “Travels of the Little and the Big”. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Hard Rock Acquires Majority Stake in Integrated Resort Casino on Athenian Riviera by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 Hard Rock has completed the acquisition of 51% stake in the integrated resort casino to be constructed on the Athenian Riviera. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Signs Agreement with Cyprus and Lebanon to Increase Tourist Flows by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 An agreement was signed between Greece, Cyprus and Lebanon to facilitate and increase tourist flows between the three countries. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Yiannis Retsos Signs Off as SETE President, Announces Future Plans by Nikos Krinis 12 May 2023 by Nikos Krinis 12 May 2023 SETE President Yiannis Retsos will hand over the reins of the Greek Tourism Confederation on May 31 following two, successive, full terms. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel ACI Europe Calls for Update to 30-year-old EU Airport Slot Regulation by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 ACI Europe, which represents Europe’s airports, has renewed its call for the European Commission to bring the EU Airport Slot Regulation up to date. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Cruise Thessaloniki’s New Cruise Terminal to Welcome Passengers in June by Nikos Krinis 12 May 2023 by Nikos Krinis 12 May 2023 A new cruise terminal at the port of Thessaloniki is near completion and this summer will be up and running to welcome passengers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Athens Named One of the Top 10 Best Destinations for September Vacation by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 The Independent includes Athens in the top 10 global destinations for September vacations, citing mild weather and rich history as key attractions. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Thessaly: Destination Management Organization to Launch in Karditsa by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 by GTP editing team 12 May 2023 A Destination Management Organization (DMO) will launch in Karditsa to lead and coordinate the tourism efforts of the Region of Thessaly and and promote sustainable tourism development. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2023 Year in Review Greece Invites Tourists to Live ‘A Life-changing Experience’ by Nikos Krinis 11 May 2023 by Nikos Krinis 11 May 2023 The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) has launched a new promotional campaign to inspire travelers to visit Greece this season. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats GNTO Helps Greece Achieve ‘Miracle’ Tourism Recovery post-COVID by Nikos Krinis 11 May 2023 by Nikos Krinis 11 May 2023 The major role the GNTO played in the post-pandemic recovery of Greece’s tourism industry was presented on Thursday. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Archaeological Sites New App Brings Acropolis of the 5th Century BC Back to Life by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 A new app gives visitors to the Acropolis the opportunity to experience the site as it was during the 5th century BC. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Fraport Airports in Greece Boost Group Business in Q1 by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 Activity at Greece’s 14 regional airports helped boost Fraport Group’s Q1 results. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Flisvos Marina Leads the Way in Green Transition in Greece by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 Flisvos Marina showcases its sustainable solutions, including Renewable Energy Sources and electric car charging network, at The Arch event to accelerate ecological transition. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Marketing Greece Invites Travelers to Listen to the ‘Echoes’ of Epirus by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 by GTP editing team 11 May 2023 A new film by Marketing Greece unveils the natural beauty, intangible cultural heritage and hospitable locals of the region of Epirus in northwestern Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece’s Blue Flag Beaches Pass the 600 Mark by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 Greece now boasts more Blue Flag beaches than ever before with 617 in total, according to the 2023 Blue Flag quality award list. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Minister: Greece Sees Longer Tourism Season, Tourists Coming to Athens Non-stop by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 The extension of the Greek tourism season has become a reality, says Greek Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates TUI: Surge in Summer Bookings, Most Popular Destinations Include Spain and Greece by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 Summer travel demand remains strong for TUI with 8.3 million bookings to date. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Athens Airport Sees Double-digit Domestic Passenger Growth in April by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 Athens International Airport (AIA) saw monthly domestic passenger movements reaching a record high in April, with a double-digit increase compared to 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culinary Study: Greece’s Popularity as Wine Tourism Destination on the Up by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 by GTP editing team 10 May 2023 Greece is gaining popularity for its wine tourism experiences, with a 41% increase in searches for wine tours and tasting in 2022, according to a study by Tourix. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail