Trade Associations - Gov Greece Can Become Leader in Fishing Tourism, Says Minister by GTP editing team 6 December 2023 by GTP editing team 6 December 2023 Greece to tap into fishing tourism to support local communities, preserve jobs and attract more visitors. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Technology Digital Services to Enhance Greece Travel Experience by GTP editing team 6 December 2023 by GTP editing team 6 December 2023 Greek tourism stakeholders must now focus on modernizing services through the acceleration of digitization. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News ETOA and ETC Team Up to Promote Europe to China’s Travel Market by GTP editing team 6 December 2023 by GTP editing team 6 December 2023 The European Tourism Association (ETOA) and the European Travel Commission (ETC) have announced a joint marketing initiative aimed to boost the recovery of the Chinese market for Europe. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates Google Presents Milestones in Greece for 15-year Anniversary by Maria Paravantes 6 December 2023 by Maria Paravantes 6 December 2023 Technology giant Google presented its key milestones in Greece during a special event in Athens marking its 15th anniversary. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AIA - Athens Airport Updates Strong October Places Athens Airport in the Lead in Europe by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 In the category of Europe’s airports welcoming more than 25 million passengers per year, Athens Airport came first with an 18.9% rise over 2019. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov Greece Makes Accessible Tourism and Culture a Top Priority by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 Ensuring Greek tourism and culture are equally accessible to all and inclusive is a top government priority. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov New Spatial Planning Scheme to Enhance Greek Tourism Product by Maria Paravantes 5 December 2023 by Maria Paravantes 5 December 2023 A soon-to-be finalized spatial planning framework is expected to create the conditions for a more sustainable tourism product in Greece. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Event News COP28: Global Tourism Leaders Pledge Climate Action by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 Global tourism sector leaders pledge to take actions to address climate change during COP28 in Dubai. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Fly Baghdad Banned from Flying in the European Union by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 by GTP editing team 5 December 2023 The European Commission updated its EU Air Safety List and banned Fly Baghdad from flying in the European Union. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Destinations news Greeks Booking Early for the Holidays, Occupancy Levels High by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 Greek travelers are booking early for this year’s Christmas and New Year’s holidays, with Airbnbs in high demand. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats INSETE Study Highlights Actions for Inclusive Tourism in Greece by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 In order to remain competitive, Greece’s tourism sector should take actions that will ensure inclusive and accessible travel experiences. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats WTTC Study Reveals Drop in Water Use Despite Rise in Travel by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 The WTTC is taking steps towards water resilience and calling on the tourism sector to safeguard water ecosystems. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Trade Associations - Gov UNWTO: Startup Competition for Tourism Technologies and Solutions in Hotels by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 by GTP editing team 4 December 2023 The UNWTO has announced a startup competition to identify entrepreneurs playing a key role in reshaping the hotel and new business model landscapes. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats ABTA: Greece Among Top Picks for ‘Generation T’ Travelers in 2024 by Maria Paravantes 1 December 2023 by Maria Paravantes 1 December 2023 Greece is winning over more younger generation travelers with “Generation T” planning to visit next year. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel Travel Agents Urge EU to Include Airline Liability in New Consumer Protection Rules by GTP editing team 1 December 2023 by GTP editing team 1 December 2023 EU travel agents are calling on the Commission to include airline liability in new consumer protection rules. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Athens News Athens Welcomes Holidays with Packed Program of Events by Maria Paravantes 1 December 2023 by Maria Paravantes 1 December 2023 Athens is spreading the holiday spirit with dozens of events and happenings around the city until January 1. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Air Travel IATA and ARC Extend Direct Data Solutions Partnership by GTP editing team 1 December 2023 by GTP editing team 1 December 2023 IATA and ARC have extended their Direct Data Solutions partnership that offers subscribing airlines the most comprehensive global set of airline sales, market and itinerary data. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Company updates webhotelier | primalres: Hotel Bookings in Greece Up by 21% for 2024 by Nikos Krinis 1 December 2023 by Nikos Krinis 1 December 2023 Hotel bookings in Greece for next year have already recorded a 21% increase year-on-year, according to travel tech group webhotelier | primalres. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Surveys, Trends & Stats Demand for Short-term Tourist Rentals in Greece Booms in October, Says AirDNA by GTP editing team 30 November 2023 by GTP editing team 30 November 2023 Off season travel drives October short-term rental demand in Greece up by 47.1%. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
2023 Year in Review UNWTO: 2023 Tourism Year to Recover Almost 90% of pre-Covid Levels by GTP editing team 30 November 2023 by GTP editing team 30 November 2023 Global tourism levels managed to come close to pre-Covid 2019 levels in 2023, with full recovery expected in 2024. 0 FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail