Surveys, Trends & Stats German Travelers Embrace Greece in 2017 by GTP editing team 15 February 2018 by GTP editing team 15 February 2018 Greece was the “winner” among the picks of German holidaymakers in 2017, according to the Tourism Analysis survey of the BAT Foundation for Future Studies. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Paros Aims to Extend Tourism Season Through New Campaign by GTP editing team 15 February 2018 by GTP editing team 15 February 2018 The Paros Municipality has announced the launch of a new campaign to promote the island’s tourism offerings and extend the summer season. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Rhodes’ Historic Capsis Returns as Akti Imperial Resort by GTP editing team 15 February 2018 by GTP editing team 15 February 2018 The legendary Capsis Hotel on Rhodes is back completely renovated and will open its doors under the name Akti Imperial Deluxe Resort & Spa on May 23. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ETC: European Destinations Break All Records, Greece Gains Ground by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 Greece in 2017 recorded a 10.3 percent increase in tourist arrivals compared to 2016, the ETC said. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Tourism Boosts Revenues at Greek Museums, Sites by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 Greek museums and sites generated approximately 100 million euros in revenue in 2017, according to Hellenic Statistical Authority data. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Quick Guidelines for Short-Term Rentals in Greece by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has issued a manual on its e-platform that includes frequent questions and answers regarding short-term rentals. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Piraeus Port Authority Sees 2017 Turnover, Profits Rise by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 by GTP editing team 14 February 2018 Turnover by the Piraeus Port Authority rose 7.7 percent to 111.5 million euros in 2017, up from 103.5 million euros the previous year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
B2B events HAPCO: Greece Must Adopt Conference, MICE Tourism Mentality by Nikos Krinis 13 February 2018 by Nikos Krinis 13 February 2018 The challenges that impede the performance of conference tourism in Greece were analyzed during the recent 8th Panhellenic Conference of HAPCO held in Athens. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel ACI: 2017 Record Year for European Airports by GTP editing team 13 February 2018 by GTP editing team 13 February 2018 Marking the fastest passenger traffic growth in 13 years, 2017 was a record-breaking year for European airports, according to ACI Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News Greece Expects More Tourists from Israel in 2018 by GTP editing team 13 February 2018 by GTP editing team 13 February 2018 Greece is expecting a higher number of Israeli tourists in 2018, according to the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO). 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece Shoreline Use Law Revision Paves Way for On-the-Spot Checks by GTP editing team 13 February 2018 by GTP editing team 13 February 2018 The Greek Economy Ministry is putting the finishing touches on a revised shoreline use law, paving the way for on-the-spot inspections. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality ITEP Study: Greek Hotels See Growth but Lag in Profits by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 Seasonality, failure to upgrade, and tourism concentrated in certain destinations have taken a toll on Greek hotels, according to an ITEP report. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Liquidity, Return of Rival Markets Break Greek Tourism Spell by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 Limited access to cash on top of recovering rival markets are taking a bite out of Greece’s tourism sector in terms of arrivals and revenue, according to market experts. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greek Regional Airport Works Underway, Ios Island Awaits Study Findings by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 While upgrades are underway at Greek airports, a pre-survey for the construction of an airport on the island of Ios has been submitted to regional authorities. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2018 Year in Review - GTP Greece Sets Legal Framework for Thalassotherapy Centers by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 The technical and operational specifications for the development of thalassotherapy centers in Greece have been announced. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Ionian Islands Ferry Link to Begin May 2018 by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 by GTP editing team 12 February 2018 The Ionian Islands in Greece, for the first time, will be connected through a ferry service that will begin on May 1, 2018. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Tourism Minister: Impressive Rise in Bookings to Greece for 2018 by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 Bookings to Greece for the 2018 season are seeing an impressive increase compared to last year, according to Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats SETE Lists Basic Requirements for Greek Tourism’s Full Potential to Unfold by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) has listed basic requirements that need to be met in order for the tourism sector’s full potential to unfold. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Hospitality Greek Hotels Chamber Sets Out Goals for 2018 by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 Key issues that must be addressed so as to “unlock” the Greek hotel sector’s full potential were underlined at the 7th Hellenic Chamber of Hotels General Assembly in Athens. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats UBS: Greece Set for Bailout Exit ‘Healthier’ than Expected by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 by GTP editing team 9 February 2018 Greece is set to exit its bailout program and move towards growth in 2018 and 2019, according to a report by Swiss financial services provider UBS. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
