Day: September 22, 2021 | GTP Headlines

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Covid-19: Computer Algorithm Called ‘Eva’ May Have Saved Lives in Greece

A prescriptive computer program named EVA developed for Greece to identify asymptomatic, infected travelers may have slowed COVID-19’s spread through its borders, according to a study in the journal Nature.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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Athens, Syntagma square. Photo: Visit Greece / H. Kakarouhas

Athens Topped UK, US, French Traveler Searches for August

Athens was the most searched for destination in August by potential travelers from the US, UK and France, according to data released by Tourix.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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Greece to Boost Promotion of Winter Tourism Destinations to Help Year-round Hotels

A campaign is expected to launch to promote Greece’s winter tourism destinations in an aim to support hotels that are open all year round.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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EU Citizens Can Enter UK Only with Passports, Not ID Cards, from October 1

EU, EEA and Swiss citizens from October 1 can enter the UK only if they hold a valid passport, according to the British authorities.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

, By Nikos Krinis

Greek PM: Investor Interest, FDI Lead Way for Dynamic Growth

Greece’s attractiveness as an investor destination and stronger export activity are two crucial indicators of a robust economy, says Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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The Glasgow Declaration: Global Tourism Industry Urged to Accelerate Climate Action

Leading tourism organizations are urging the industry’s businesses and associations to commit to a decade of climate action to cut tourism emissions at least in half over the next decade.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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Athens, Istanbul Mayors Take Step Towards Closer Ties

The mayors of Athens and Istanbul, Kostas Bakoyannis and Ekrem İmamoğlu, met in the Greek capital and discussed mutual actions that will “build bridges of peace”.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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US and Greece Renew Cultural Property Agreement

The United States and Greece have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that renews protections for Greek cultural property.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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Thessaloniki’s World Heritage Sites Highlighted in Official UNESCO Publication

Thessaloniki’s 15 World Heritage Sites are highlighted in a special advertisement published in “World Heritage”, an official UNESCO publication.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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Cosmobeds Announces New Partnerships, Integrations

Aiming to offer its partner hoteliers the best options in the market, Cosmobeds, a Global Wholesaler and DMC specialist, has announced new collaborations and integrations into its platform.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

, By Nikos Krinis

Registration Extended for 4th ‘Olympic Day Run’ Greece Event in Thessaloniki

The organizers of the 4th ‘Olympic Day Run’ Greece, the only Olympic road running race in the country, have pushed the closing date for registrations to September 22.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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TUI UK Launches ‘Workations’ at Hotels in Greece

TUI UK has launched “workation” travel packages to select destinations, including Greece, for Brits in the need of a change of scenery while they work.

Posted On 22 Sep 2021

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