Destinations news Thessaloniki Metro to Begin Operations on November 30, Says Greek PM by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 The long-awaited Thessaloniki metro will open to the public on November 30, according to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Athens F.I.R. Sets Record with 4,944 Flights Managed in 24 Hours by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 Amid soaring tourist traffic, Athens F.I.R. traffic controllers set a new record by managing nearly 5,000 flights in a single day. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Construction License Issued for New Panathinaikos Stadium in Athens by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 The construction license for the new Panathinaikos football stadium in Athens has been issued, marking a significant milestone in the city’s redevelopment efforts. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Culture Greece and Cyprus Sign Landmark Cultural Cooperation Agreement by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 by GTP editing team 27 August 2024 Greece and Cyprus have joined forces to protect and promote common culture and heritage. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greek Tourism Revenue Surges 12.2% in First Half of 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Greek tourism revenue increased by 12.2% in the first half of 2024, reaching a total of 6.921 billion euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Airbnb July ADR in Greece Drops Sharply, Marking Europe’s Largest Decline by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 The Average Daily Rate (ADR) for Airbnb accommodations across Europe declined in July, with Greece experiencing the largest decrease. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Fraport Reports 1.2 Million Passenger Increase at Greek Airports in January-July by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Over 19 million passengers passed through the 14 Greek regional airports under Fraport Greece’s management during the January-July period. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greek Hoteliers Strongly Oppose Increase in Municipal Levy by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Hellenic Hoteliers Federation President Yiannis Hatzis voiced strong concerns over a potential increase in the levy paid by hotels to municipalities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greek PM to Address Housing, Demographics, Public Health at Thessaloniki Fair by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to address pressing national issues in his upcoming speech at the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), focusing on housing, demographic challenges, and the shortcomings in … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards Greece Named ‘Favorite Country’ by Millennial American Travelers for Fifth Year by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Greece was named “Favorite Country” for the fifth consecutive year at “The Trazees 2024” awards, as voted by the millennial readers of Trazee Travel. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Thirty New Public Buses Enhance Suburban Transit in Attica by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Thirty of 211 new buses ordered for Attica began service, significantly improving the region’s suburban public transit routes. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Piraeus-Cyprus Ferry Service Extended Through Summer 2027 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Meeting the demand for ferry transport of passengers, vehicles, and pets between Greece and Cyprus, Daleela will continue its service at least through 2027. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Lemnos Launches New Tourist App to Improve Visitor Experience by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 by GTP editing team 26 August 2024 Visitors of Lemnos can now plan their holidays on the island using the new LemnosApp, which provides essential information in both Greek and English. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Forbes: Greece a ‘Sunny Wonderland’ for American Retirees Moving Abroad by GTP editing team 23 August 2024 by GTP editing team 23 August 2024 Greece’s lower cost of living and straightforward process for obtaining a residence permit make it an ideal destination for American retirees. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Athens on Jet2’s City Break Program for Winter 2025-2026 by GTP editing team 23 August 2024 by GTP editing team 23 August 2024 Athens is included in the city breaks program for winter 2025-2026, recently announced by Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Eurostat: 34.3 Billion Liters of Beer Produced in the EU in 2023 by GTP editing team 23 August 2024 by GTP editing team 23 August 2024 Eurostat reports that in 2023, European Union countries produced 34.3 billion liters of beer, with Germany leading as the top exporter. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News WTM London 2024 Conference Program Announced by GTP editing team 22 August 2024 by GTP editing team 22 August 2024 More than 60 conference sessions have been confirmed for this year’s World Travel Market (WTM) London, bringing together leading experts and ministers. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Survey: Lost Luggage is the Biggest Fear of Greeks When Traveling by GTP editing team 22 August 2024 by GTP editing team 22 August 2024 The biggest fear of Greeks when travelling is having their luggage lost or stolen, according to a travel report by Revolut. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece Ranks Third Best Destination for Olive Oil Tourism by GTP editing team 21 August 2024 by GTP editing team 21 August 2024 Greece comes third for oleotourism, with the most positive sentiment, the second most olive oil tasting sessions, and the fourth highest olive oil ranking, according to recent research by Compare … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Eurobarometer: Europeans See Democracy and Economy as Europe’s Main Strengths by GTP editing team 20 August 2024 by GTP editing team 20 August 2024 A new Eurobarometer survey indicates that Europeans view the EU’s main strengths as respect for democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail