Destinations news Greek Authorities Closely Monitor Seismic Activity Between Santorini and Amorgos by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 by GTP editing team 3 February 2025 Greek authorities are closely monitoring ongoing seismic activity between Santorini and Amorgos. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Study: London Becomes Top Destination for Greek Travelers in 2024 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 Greeks have been traveling more abroad over the past three years, with London emerging as their top destination in 2024, surpassing Rome. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy ECTAA: ‘EU Compass’ for Competitiveness to Strengthen Europe’s Travel Sector by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 ECTAA has welcomed the “Competitiveness Compass”, an initiative to enhance the EU’s global competitiveness and boost innovation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy EU Launches Public Dialogue on the Future of European Auto Industry by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 The European Commission aims to implement measures to safeguard the European automotive industry and ensure its long-term prosperity within the EU. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete: Beaches in Rethymno to Receive New Accessibility Infrastructure by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 Funds for accessibility infrastructure for people with disabilities have been approved for beaches in the Municipality of Agios Vasileios in Rethymno, Crete. 1 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Conde Nast Traveller: Milos the Best Greek Island to Visit in 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 Milos, part of the Cyclades island group, tops Condé Nast Traveller’s list of the 34 best Greek islands to visit in 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Interactive Museum of Technology to Open in Trikala, Thessaly by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 by GTP editing team 31 January 2025 A new interactive museum dedicated to technology, science, engineering, energy, and IT – covering everything from Archimedes and the Commodore 64 to smart technologies – is set to open in … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Study: Why Greek Property Owners Prefer the Short-Term Rental Market by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 High taxation and maintenance costs are driving Greek property owners toward the short-term rental market, according to a new study. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation EU’s Tourism Strategy to Include Focus on High-speed Rail for Better Connectivity by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 The improvement of rail connections across Europe, particularly high-speed rail networks, is a priority for the EU. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Develop Athens S.A. Officially Named DMMO for Greek Capital by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 Athens now officially has a DMMO, marking a significant milestone in the municipality’s efforts to strengthen its tourism strategy. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Parthenon Sculptures: Stephen Fry Calls for their Return to Greece by Asimina Doumani 30 January 2025 by Asimina Doumani 30 January 2025 Speaking at the Acropolis Museum in Athens, British author Stephen Fry reiterated his long-standing call for the return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Greece’s Railway Network Set for Upgrades with €1.5 Billion Investment by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 Greece is taking significant steps to address long-standing challenges in its railway sector, with 1.5 billion euros already secured to rehabilitate the national rail network and upgrade key railway lines. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece, UK Strengthen Maritime Cooperation with New Agreement by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 by GTP editing team 30 January 2025 Greece and the United Kingdom signed a new agreement to enhance their cooperation on commercial shipping matters. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece Introduces Fines Up to €20,000 for Short-term Rentals Not Following New Rules by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 Hosts of short-term rental properties in Greece must comply with new minimum standards by October 1, or face fines up to 20,000 euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek Government Focuses on Investments, Exports to Drive Economic Growth by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Greek government’s top priorities for 2025 include boosting investment, exports, market competition, and national competitiveness. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news GNTO: Austrian Bookings Surge for Ionian Islands in 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 Early bookings from Austrian travelers are rising for 2025, with Corfu leading the trend, according to the Greek National Tourism Organization. 1 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Aluma Hotels & Resorts Completes €100m Investment in Athens with New Property by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 Aluma Hotels & Resorts, an international hospitality brand, is set to open its third hotel in Athens in 2025, marking the completion of its first investment in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news US Market ‘Gets a Taste’ of Ionian Islands’ Culinary Offerings by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Ionian Islands Region seeks to attract more American travelers by highlighting gastronomy as a key asset. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Land Transportation Athens Metro Line 1 to See Upgrade, Says Greek Transport Ministry by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Greek Transport Ministry has announced plans to upgrade Line 1 of the Athens Metro, the oldest of the city’s three metro lines, which connects Kifissia to Piraeus. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greek Consulate General in Manchester Officially Opens, Strengthening Ties with the UK by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 by GTP editing team 29 January 2025 The Consulate General of Greece in Manchester, serving northern and central England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, has officially opened its doors. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail