Recruitments New Greek National Tourism Organization Secretary General Assumes Duties by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 In his first Board meeting, GNTO’s new secretary general, Andreas Fiorentinos, emphasized the organization’s readiness to address tourism challenges through expertise and collaboration. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece’s Gov.gr Wallet Adds Pet Identification to its Digital Services by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 by GTP editing team 8 August 2024 The Gov.gr Wallet app now includes pet identity records, allowing Greek pet owners to access their pets’ data digitally. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Capital Economics Sees Tourism-driven Growth Surge in Greece in the Coming Years by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 The Greek economy, along with those of Spain and Portugal, is projected to exhibit significantly higher growth rates driven by a robust tourism sector. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Eurocontrol: Greece’s Air Traffic Growth Hits 20% in July by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 Greece stands out among countries with impressive air traffic performance in July, according to Eurocontrol. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news August Remains ‘Hottest’ Month for Greece’s Tourism Market, Reports Show by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 August has proven to be a standout month for Greece’s tourism sector, with destinations like Messinia, Kythnos, and Ierapetra experiencing high demand. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news HRADF: Six Suitors Enter Bidding for Lavrio Port Authority by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 Six bidders have advanced to the second phase in the process to acquire a majority stake in the Lavrio Port Authority (LPA SA). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Thessaloniki’s International Fair Area Set for Major Redevelopment by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 Thessaloniki is set to transform into a greener city with the development of a sprawling metropolitan park and Europe’s most bioclimatic and functional exhibition and conference center. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Ioannina Hoteliers Push for Airport Upgrade to Increase Flight and Tourist Arrivals by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 by GTP editing team 7 August 2024 Hoteliers in Ioannina, Epirus, are advocating for significant upgrades to the city’s airport infrastructure to boost international tourism and attract more flights. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Greece’s Hospitality Market Booms with Key Hotel Acquisitions by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 Greece’s hotel industry recorded three high-profile business deals over the past few months, according to the latest report by GBR Consulting. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel INSETE: June International Arrivals to Greece Up 5.6% to 3.8 Million by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 June, marking the beginning of summer, was a standout month for tourist arrivals in Greece, according to data analysis by INSETE 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Tourism and Carrying Capacity: Study Highlights Path to Sustainable Growth by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 A new study examines Greece’s potential for sustainable tourism market development, highlighting the carrying capacity of various destinations. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy EU: International Students Must Apply for ETIAS Starting 2025 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 Starting in early 2025, the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) will become mandatory for certain travelers, including international students from visa-exempt countries. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Growthfund and Peloponnese Authorities Plan Regional Development Projects by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 Discussions between regional and Growthfund officials focus on promoting tourist attractions and land development in the Region of Peloponnese. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete’s Chryssi Islet to Undergo Long-awaited Cleanup with €150,000 Funding by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 A decades-old goal is becoming a reality for the islet of Chryssi off Crete, with a major cleanup project set to remove solid waste, restore the environment, and enhance protection … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Kalavryta Ski Center Infrastructure Upgrades Underway by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 by GTP editing team 6 August 2024 The Kalavryta Ski Center’s comprehensive upgrading and modernization project has advanced to the next phase, with the commencement of construction on a new wastewater management facility. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality GBR Consulting: Greece Home to 39 International Hotel Chains by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 Thirty-nine international hotel chains, independent of tour operators, are currently present in Greece, according to a recent report by analytics firm GBR Consulting. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Ambassadors Greece and UAE Discuss Tourism Investment Potential by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni presented tourism investment opportunities in Greece to the UAE Ambassador in Athens. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates Athens Airport Passenger Traffic Surges to 17.62 Million in January-July by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport (AIA) during January-July amounted to 17.62 million, 14.6% higher than the respective 2023 figure. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Launches Emergency Hotline for Citizens in Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 The Greek Foreign Affairs Ministry has activated an emergency telephone number to provide consular assistance to Greek citizens regarding the situation in Lebanon. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel EU to Reintroduce 100ml Liquid Rule at Europe’s Airports in September by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 by GTP editing team 5 August 2024 Changes to EU regulation restrict the use of new generation baggage scanners at Europe’s airports, something that ACI Europe says is a blow to major investments already made. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail