Day: December 23, 2020 | GTP Headlines

Strategies for Greece’s Marinas, Health Tourism Among Ministry’s Priorities

Greece's 10-year tourism plan, which is currently under preparation, includes special strategies for the development of marinas and health tourism.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By Nikos Krinis

Greece Needs to Reposition its Tourism Product, Say Hospitality Experts

Greece needs to reposition its tourism product and improve connectivity in order to emerge stronger from the coronavirus crisis, according to hospitality experts.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

Greek Police Remind: Travel Between Prefectures Not Allowed During Holidays

The Greek police will be maintaining an increased presence in public spaces and on national highways throughout Greece during the holiday season.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

Athens ‘Travels’ Around the World in Christmas Video

"Athens will soon be ready to welcome its visitors again," the Athens Development and Destination Management Agency has informed foreign media correspondents.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

Covid-19 Pushes Down Nights Spent at Greek Hotels, Campsites in Jan-Sept 2020

The nights spent in hotels and tourist campsites in Greece recorded a significant drop during January-September 2020, according to data by ELSTAT.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

Greek Travel Agencies See Major Turnover Drop in Third Quarter

A 74.9 percent drop was recorded in the turnover of Greek travel agencies in the third quarter of 2020, normally considered high season for Greek tourism.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

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EU Approves Ministry Program for Tourism Education Upgrade in Greece

European Union officials have approved a technical assistance program that will upgrade tourism education and research in Greece.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

Revamp of Amphipolis Archaeological Sites in Progress

Works are underway for the revamp of the archaeological sites discovered through excavations in the area of Amphipolis in northern Greece.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

European Commission Greenlights €120m Greek Aid to AEGEAN

The European Commission has approved a 120-million-euro Greek aid measure to AEGEAN for damages suffered due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

GNTO Supports Promotion of Over 200 Greek Tourism Businesses in Virtual Expos

A total of 209 Greek tourism enterprises in 2020 had the opportunity to participate in leading international virtual tourism fairs with the support of the GNTO.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

TCB Updates Meeting Planner’s Guide for MICE Tourism Professionals

The Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB) has launched an updated digital version of its Meeting Planner’s Guide with information on Thessaloniki and its MICE industry.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

Larissa’s Diachronic Museum Wins in Short Video 2020 International Contest

The Diachronic Museum of Larissa in central Greece is the winner of the Museums in Short 2020 international award, which is dedicated to short videos released by museums.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team

Athens Capital Hotel-MGallery to Launch Virtual Art Tours

As of next year, the Athens Capital Hotel-MGallery Collection will launch virtual art tours through videos on social media to showcase its collection of artwork.

Posted On 23 Dec 2020

, By GTP editing team