Category: WTM 2017 Special | GTP Headlines

Thessaloniki Aiming to Become Sports Tourism Destination Through Marathon Events

Thessaloniki's marathons are gaining acclaim every year and organizers are aiming to place the city on the map of international sports tourism destinations.

Posted On 28 Nov 2017

, By Nikos Krinis

Marpunta Village Set for Summer 2018 Opening After Extensive Renovation

Following an extensive two-year renovation, the Marpunta Village Club, on the island of Alonnisos in the Sporades group, is all set to open in summer 2018.

Posted On 15 Nov 2017

, By Nikos Krinis

Athens Promoted as City Break Destination at WTM 2017

Athens was promoted as a city break destination by the City of Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB), during the WTM London 2017 expo.

Posted On 13 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

WTM London 2017 gtp Photo report

Greece Shows Strong Presence at WTM London 2017 Expo – Photo Report

Greece showed a strong presence during the World Travel Market (WTM) 2017, held November 6-8 on the fairgrounds of ExCeL in London.

Posted On 10 Nov 2017

, By Nikos Krinis

Agapi Sbokou, managing director of Sbokos Hotel Group.

Agapi Beach Hotel Receives Travelife Champions Award at WTM 2017

The Agapi Beach Hotel in Heraklion, Crete, was announced a Travelife Champions Award winner during an award ceremony at WTM London 2017.

Posted On 10 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

UK Bookings to Greece Show Improvement, SETE Chief Says

Bookings from the United Kingdom to Greece are showing an improvement so far, according to SETE President Yiannis Retsos.

Posted On 08 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

The 2017 WTM Responsible Tourism Awards: Manisha Pande, Village Ways; Simon Press, WTM; Dinh Ngoc Duc, Vietnam National Administration of Tourism; Lucienne Damm, TUI Cruises; Brenda du Toit, Marine Dynamics; Richard Vigne, Ol Pejeta Conservancy; Kadakampally Surendran, Kerala; Andrea Nicholas, Green Tourism; Christopher Warren, Crystal Creek Meadows; Petra Stušek, Ljubljana Tourism; Tish Stewart-Inglis, Transfrontier Parks Destinations; Sue Ricketts, Chobe Game Lodge; Fiona Malan, Grootbos; Harrold Goodwin, WTM Advisor; and Tanya Beckett, Presenter.

WTM London 2017 Concludes with Focus on Responsible Tourism

Responsible tourism was the key theme for the final day of the World Travel Market (WTM) 2017 on Wednesday, November 8, in London.

Posted On 08 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

Heraklion and Athens are ‘Standout Performers in 2017’, Report Says

Greek destinations Heraklion and Athens are “standout performers in 2017”, according to a research released during the WTM London.

Posted On 07 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

Kountoura: Greece Can Tackle ‘Overtourism’ By Attracting Visitors 365 Days a Year

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura was among the main speakers to talk about "overtourism" during the 11th UNWTO/WTM Ministers Summit in London.

Posted On 07 Nov 2017

, By Nikos Krinis

UNWTO/WTM: Tourism Protests are a ‘Wake-up Call’ for Destinations

The tourism industry must act now to tackle overtourism, UNWTO Secretary General Taleb Rifai underlined while speaking at the WTM London 2017.

Posted On 07 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

The Dunes Course 7th hole, Costa Navarino.

Greece to Host Major Int’l Tourism Events in 2018

Greece is getting ready to host two major international tourism events in 2018, Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura announced during the WTM London 2017.

Posted On 07 Nov 2017

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece Stand Wins ‘Best for Business’ Award at WTM London 2017

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) was a winner of this year’s best stand awards at the World Travel Market (WTM) 2017 in London.

Posted On 07 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

Greece’s Popularity Soars at WTM London 2017

Greece’s tourism has seen a bumper year in 2017 and the prospects for 2018 are even more positive, according to an annual survey released at WTM London.

Posted On 06 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

2017 is a ‘Spectacular Year’ for Greece, Kountoura Says at WTM London

International arrivals to Greece are estimated to exceed 30 million by the end of the year, Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said during WTM London 2017.

Posted On 06 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

SETE Chief: First Signs for Greek Tourism in 2018 are Positive

The first signs for Greek tourism in 2018 seem to be positive, SETE President Yiannis Retsos said on the opening day of the WTM London 2017.

Posted On 06 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

Brexit: A ‘No-deal’ Outcome is Worst-case Scenario for Travel

Fears about the impact of a ‘no-deal’ Brexit on the travel trade dominated debates during the first day of the World Travel Market (WTM) 2017 in London.

Posted On 06 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

Joanna Lumley Applauds Greece at WTM London 2017

Acclaimed author and actress Joanna Lumley was a special guest at the Greek press conference held during the WTM London 2017.

Posted On 06 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

WTM2016 Greece stand

Greece Ready for WTM London 2017 Tourism Expo

Greece will be promoted as a 365-days-a-year tourism destination at the WTM London that will open its doors on Monday, November 6, at ExCeL.

Posted On 03 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

Porto Carras Grand Resort

Porto Carras Grand Resort to Attend WTM 2017

Halkidiki-based Porto Carras Grand Resort will be attending the WTM 2017 as a co-exhibitor of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

Posted On 03 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

Kountoura to Discuss ‘Overtourism’ at 2017 UNWTO/WTM Ministers’ Summit

Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura will discuss the challenges of "overtourism" at the UNWTO/WTM Ministers’ Summit at WTM London.

Posted On 02 Nov 2017

, By GTP editing team

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