Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Set to Break Another Record in Arrivals, Revenues by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 Approximately 3.9 million travelers visited Greece in January-April, marking a 20% rise over the year-ago period and generating 1.786 million euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Applications Open for Thessaly – Evros Subsidized Tourism Pass by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 The application process for subsidized holidays in Evros and Thessaly, Greece, is open until June 28. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Spain: Housing Crisis Prompts Barcelona to Ban Airbnbs by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 An intensifying housing problem in Barcelona has prompted authorities to announce a ban on Airbnb-style rentals effective 2029. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens Athens Secures Budget for Construction of Panathinaikos Stadium by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 Construction of the Panathinaikos football stadium in Votanikos is set to begin after the Athens Municipality secured funding. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Patmos Windmills, Santorini Church Slated for €250,000 Restoration by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 by GTP editing team 26 June 2024 The South Aegean Region is aiming to preserve the rich cultural and religious traditions of Patmos and Santorini. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Airbnb Managers Body in Greece Takes Legal Action Over New Tax by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 Greece’s Short-Term Accommodation Managers Association has taken legal action over a government decision to tax legal entities for Airbnb-style activity. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece’s E-reputation Gains Points for Food and Culture by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 Travelers to Greece give food and cultural offerings top points but see prices, traffic, public transport as negative, found a study assessing online discussions. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Global LGBTQ+ Community Gears Up for EuroPride 2024 in Thessaloniki by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 Thessaloniki, Greece, is seeing a surge in international travel arrivals, as the city is hosting EuroPride 2024 this month. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Awards GTP Headlines Wins Platinum Award for Best Content for Travel by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 GTP Headlines & Greek Travel Pages won highly coveted Travel Marketing Awards for excellence in content creation. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece’s Tourist Guides Up in Arms Over Latest Tourism Bill by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 Certified tourist guides in Greece say a new bill is threatening to do away with the profession and are calling for its withdrawal. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Mastercard Reports Shift to Low Season Travel in Europe by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 by GTP editing team 25 June 2024 All the more travelers are choosing to holiday in the shoulder season particularly when it comes to Mediterranean destinations like Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Eyeing US, Australia, and Canada Markets for Long-haul Tourism by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 The US, Australia, and Canada are the most promising long-haul markets expected to boost incoming arrivals to Greece in the coming 12 months. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
athens American Vacationers Picking Athens for 4th of July by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 Athens ranks 9th among the Top 10 international destinations mentioned by US travelers for their long 4th of July weekend. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greek Islands Winning Over Foreigners Looking to Buy Homes by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 The Greek islands continue to be the top destinations for foreign buyers seeking to invest in property. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Tourism Ministry and Greek Embassies Tackle Issues Faced by Foreign Visitors in Greece by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 Representatives of the Tourism Ministry and the embassies in Athens discussed the most effective ways to address the concerns of foreign visitors. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Forbes: Paros is a ‘Tranquil Alternative’ for Summer 2024 Getaways by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 Paros is the low-key alternative to other overcrowded Greek islands, featuring a unique scenery for summer excursions, according to Forbes. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Seaplane Ports in the Pipeline for Halkidiki, Northern Greece by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 The first steps have been taken to create seaplane ports in Ouranoupoli and Ierissos which will boost access to Halkidiki, Northern Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Crete Region Promotes Island’s Attractions to Hungarian Tour Operators by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 Crete’s top tourist attractions were introduced to tour operators in Budapest at an event held by TUI Hungary. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greece’s Thermal Springs in Edipsos, Kaiafas, Ypati Open for Summer by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 by GTP editing team 21 June 2024 The thermal springs in Edipsos, Kaiafas, and Ypati are available to the public, offering services tailored to specific medical needs of visitors. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Hilton Athens Becomes ‘THE ILISIAN’, a New Destination in Athens by Nikos Krinis 20 June 2024 by Nikos Krinis 20 June 2024 The historic building that housed the Hilton Athens for more than half a century, is evolving from a hotel into a multifaceted destination. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail