Hospitality Bad Weather Hype Takes Toll on Greek Hotel Holiday Business by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 by GTP editing team 9 January 2017 Hoteliers across Greece are expressing their disappointment and blaming TV channel weather forecasts for the decreased bookings mainly to destinations known for their winter offerings over the three-day Theofania holiday … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Greek Gov’t Planning Changes to Investor Visa Program by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 The Greek government is planning changes to the so-called golden visa program extended to foreign nationals investing in property in efforts to make it more attractive. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Sea Tourism Rough Waters Ahead for Greek Cruise Travel by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 Despite forecasts of robust growth for the international cruise travel industry, the sector in Greece is barely keeping its head above the water with local industry insiders speaking of a … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Greece Tourism Body Expects Record Arrivals in 2017, Spending Key by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 by GTP editing team 5 January 2017 Tourist arrivals to Greece are expected to increase yet again this year, according to initial forecasts by the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), adding that the decisive factor will be an … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Application Deadline for Tourism, New Media Subsidies Jan. 31 by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 January 31 is the deadline for all interested parties wishing to gain access to subsidies under the new development law estimated by the end of 2020 to distribute some 4.2-4.3 … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Rise in Numbers @ Greek Destinations Over Holidays by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 by GTP editing team 4 January 2017 Traditional winter destinations across Greece welcomed a rise in visitors over the holidays while tourism professionals are already speaking of positive pre-bookings for the the summer ahead. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Migrant Influx Crushes Greek Island Tourism Hopes by GTP editing team 3 January 2017 by GTP editing team 3 January 2017 The North Aegean islands bearing the brunt of the refugee crisis for over a year now are seeing their tourism industry crumble as hopes of any improvement are gradually dying … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Niche markets Athens Doctors Say ‘Guardian’ Story a Blow to Greece’s Health Tourism by GTP editing team 3 January 2017 by GTP editing team 3 January 2017 The Athens Medical Association (ISA) is calling on the government to immediately step up efforts to put the Greek health system in order, following a shameful report in the Guardian … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news New Year Brings New Taxes to Greek Isles by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 If you’re traveling to the Greek islands of Ios, Amorgos, Skopelos, Folegandros, Kythnos, Serifos, Sikinos, Anafi, Kimolos, Iraklia Donoussa Thirasia, Schinoussa, Koufonissia, then be ready to pay more for accommodation, … 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Greece Bets on Tourism, Ready for Challenges by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 by GTP editing team 2 January 2017 Tourism professionals are seeing efforts pay off with data indicating a steady growth and plenty of room for improvement in 2017, according to the latest Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) data. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Misc Greece Condemns New Year’s Eve Massacre in Istanbul Nightclub by GTP editing team 1 January 2017 by GTP editing team 1 January 2017 Greece on Sunday condemned the mass shooting that took place at a New Year’s Eve party in a nightclub in Istanbul, Turkey. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News 2017 is the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 In 2017 tourism representatives will have 12 months to celebrate and promote the contribution of the tourism sector to building a better world. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece: Autumn 2016 Tourism Performance Reduces Seasonality by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 Greece’s increased tourist arrivals during the autumn months this year indicate a reduction in the country’s seasonality, according to SETE Intelligence. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments Privatization Deal of Kassiopi Plot on Corfu Completed by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 The privatization of the plot at Kassiopi, Corfu, has been completed and will pave the way for a major tourism investment that adds up to some 100 million euros. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Greece Among Countries with Most Powerful Passports for Traveling by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 by GTP editing team 29 December 2016 Greek passport holders are among the most privileged in the world, according to Arton Capital’s Passport Index. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Investments SNF Invites Greek State to Accept Delivery of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center by GTP editing team 28 December 2016 by GTP editing team 28 December 2016 The Stavros Niarchos Foundation invites the Greek State to accept delivery of the SNFCC project and begin operating it for the benefit of society at large. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA: Another Strong Year for Airline Profits in 2017 by GTP editing team 28 December 2016 by GTP editing team 28 December 2016 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects the global airline industry to make a net profit of $29.8 billion in 2017. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Laws, Regulations & Policy Embassy of Greece in Tehran: New e-Visa Service for Iranian Citizens by GTP editing team 27 December 2016 by GTP editing team 27 December 2016 A new Visa e-Application & Appointment System site is available for Iranian passport holders to travel to Greece for business and tourism. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Kountoura: Greek Tourism Annual Result to be Better than Expected by GTP editing team 26 December 2016 by GTP editing team 26 December 2016 Overall annual numbers for Greece’s 2016 tourism performance are expected to exceed initial forecasts, according to Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats SETE: Tourism is Third Biggest Employer in Greece by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 by GTP editing team 23 December 2016 Tourism is Greece’s third biggest employer after retail and the primary sector, according to recent data by SETE Intelligence. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail