Day: February 11, 2021 | GTP Headlines

Greek PM Forecasts Easter Opening for Tourism

Vaccinations are key to returning to normalcy which includes opening borders to tourists, said Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who is forecasting improved conditions in spring.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek Hotels Next in Line for Covid-19 Support

The Greek government will release a new round of Covid-19 support measures and “green” incentives for hotels.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By GTP editing team

Airlines: EU Decides Less Strict Rules for Use of Take-off and Landing Slots

The EU will revamp rules for the use of airport slots to prevent "ghost flights" and support the air transport sector during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greek Restaurant Owners ‘Hand in Their Keys’ in Covid-19 Protest

Restaurant owners across Greece symbolically handed over their keys to the government protesting against the Covid-19 restrictions that keep their establishments closed.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece Pledges Active Role in China’s 17+1 Initiative

Cosco’s investment in the development of Piraeus port has paved the way for new collaborations between Greece and China, including the 17+1 Chinese Initiative.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By GTP editing team

Covid-19: Int’l Arrivals to Europe Mark 30-year Low in 2020

International arrivals to Europe marked a 30-year low last year, down by 70% compared to 2019 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the ETC's quarterly report.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece’s Oia and Preveli Among Europe’s Most Romantic Destinations for Valentine’s Day

Oia on Santorini and Preveli beach on Crete are among Europe’s Most Romantic Destinations for Valentine’s Day, according to the European Best Destinations (EBD) organization.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By GTP editing team

Athens’ NEW Hotel Joins Virtuoso Luxury Travel Network

NEW Hotel, a member of the Yes Hotels chain in Greece, has been accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprised of more than 2,000 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By Nikos Krinis

IATA: Free Training to Former Cabin Crew Transitioning into Job Market

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is organizing an online training course to help laid-off airline cabin crew members re-enter the job market.

Posted On 11 Feb 2021

, By GTP editing team