Hospitality Greek Shipowner Prokopiou Acquires Stake in Astir Palace Hotel Complex by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 Greek shipowner George Prokopiou is reportedly investing 300 million euros to acquire a 30% stake in the Astir Palace resort in Vouliagmeni on the Athenian Riviera. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece to Map Trails for New National Path Network by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 Greece’s trails and networked paths will be integrated into a national path network, according to the Environment and Energy Ministry. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Jerusalem Post Special Feature Promotes Thessaloniki as Year-Round Destination by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 by GTP editing team 31 October 2024 Thessaloniki is showcased as an ideal year-round destination for Israeli travelers in a special feature by the Jerusalem Post. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ferries Greece Launches New Digital Portal for Ferry Passenger Rights by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 The Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy has launched a portal allowing ferry passengers to access information on their rights. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Road Arrivals Jump 17.5% in September, 14.5% in First Nine Months by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 Road tourism to Greece continued its strong performance in September as well as throughout the first nine months of the year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Education Greece Announces Upskilling and Reskilling Programs for Tourism Sector; Applications Now Open by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 A new platform has launched aimed at upskilling and reskilling workers in Greece’s tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2024 Year in Review Greece Initiates Major Marina Project for Mega Yachts on Corfu by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 For the first time in over 20 years, Greece is embarking on a greenfield project to develop a modern marina capable of accommodating mega yachts. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New State-of-the-Art Conference Center to Be Built in Larissa by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 Larissa, the capital of the Thessaly Region, is set to establish itself as destination for meetings and events, thanks to the development of its new conference center. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Kalimera Kefalonia: New English-language Destination Podcast Highlights Island’s Unique Attractions by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 The Municipality of Argostoli’s English-language podcast “Kalimera Kefalonia” provides listeners with valuable insights designed to inspire them to explore the island. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Thessaloniki’s Luxury and Budget Tourism Soon on Ireland’s ‘High Road Low Road’ TV Show by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 The Irish TV show “High Road Low Road” will soon showcase both luxury and budget-friendly tourism options in the Greek city of Thessaloniki. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news HCH: Florina Accommodation Facility with Carbon Monoxide Leak Not a Hotel by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 by GTP editing team 30 October 2024 An accommodation facility in Limnochori, Florina — that led to a mass poisoning of 14 guests — is not a hotel business, says the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats INSETE Proposes Ways to Boost Greece’s Rankings in World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Index by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 INSETE proposes actions for Greece’s advancement in the WEF’s Travel & Tourism Development Index. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy ECTAA: EU’s Proposed Passenger Mobility Package has ‘Unworkable’ Reimbursement Rules by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 ECTAA has addressed critical issues of the EU’s proposed Passenger Mobility Package. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greece’s Investment Framework for Tourism Turns More Favorable, Says Minister by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 A more favorable investment framework for tourism projects that emphasizes sustainability and environmental protection is taking shape in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Survey: Greek Islands Among Top Year-round Vacation Spots for US Travelers in 2025 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 The Greek Islands feature among the 2025 top destinations for year-round trips for American travelers, according to vacation rental company HomeToGo. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Mitsis Grand Hotel on Rhodes to Undergo Major €80 Million Revamp by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 The historic Mitsis Grand Hotel on Rhodes is embarking on an 80-million-euro transformation to become a year-round luxury tourism destination. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News WTM 2024: 40,000 Tourism Professionals to Contribute £200m to London Economy by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 by GTP editing team 29 October 2024 The World Travel Market (WTM) 2024 travel and tourism exhibition is expected to contribute some £200 million to the London economy in just a week’s time. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ETC: Greece Among Top 10 European Destinations for Fall and Winter 2024/2025 Travel by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Greece is among the top 10 European destinations that travelers plan to visit between October 2024 and March 2025. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel INSETE: Greece Sees 1.6 Million More Air Arrivals in January-September 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 by GTP editing team 25 October 2024 Greece saw a significant increase in foreign arrivals — both by air and road — during January-September. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality STAMA Criticizes Increased Climate Resilience Fee on Greek Airbnb-type Rentals by Asimina Doumani 25 October 2024 by Asimina Doumani 25 October 2024 Greece’s Short-Term Accommodation Managers Association opposes the government’s increase of the Climate Resilience Fee on Airbnb-type rentals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail