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

Tax Policies Taking Toll on Greece’s Competitiveness

Greece is once again lagging behind in competitiveness hindered by its inflexible tax policies, according to the International Tax Competitiveness Index 2019.

Posted On 03 Oct 2019

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Thomas Cook Default Impacts 38 Countries, 8.6m Flight Seats

Thirty-eight countries and 8.6 million seats will be affected by the bankruptcy of UK tour operator Thomas Cook, says a recent analysis.

Posted On 02 Oct 2019

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Greek Business Body Calling for More Investments

More investment activity is required for Greece to move full speed ahead towards economic recovery, the Hellenic Federation of Enterprises (SEV) says.

Posted On 02 Oct 2019

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Greece Among Top 3 on ‘At Risk Tourism Index’

Greece is among the world’s top three destinations at risk due to climate change, overtourism, or human activity, according to the newly established “At Risk Tourism Index”.

Posted On 02 Oct 2019

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Greek Hotels: Losses from Thomas Cook Collapse Add Up to €315 Million

Total losses in Greece's accommodation sector from the collapse of Thomas Cook are estimated at 315 million euros, says the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

Posted On 01 Oct 2019

, By Nikos Krinis

Greek Hotels Top GRI Satisfaction Index in August

Greek hotels hold the top position in terms of quality and services with an August GRI score of 86.9 percent, according to data released by INSETE.

Posted On 01 Oct 2019

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Greece on its Way to Improve Accuracy of Tourism Statistics

The Tourism Ministry is cooperating with ELSTAT to create a Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) to ensure accurate statistical data for Greek tourism.

Posted On 30 Sep 2019

, By Nikos Krinis

Thessaloniki Hoteliers Troubled about Slow Jan-Aug Performance

Hoteliers in Thessaloniki are concerned about a decline in overnight stays recorded in the first eight months of the year.

Posted On 30 Sep 2019

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Minister Theoharis to Promote Greece in Paris

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis will promote Greece at France’s international travel and tourism trade fair IFTM Top Resa 2019 in Paris.

Posted On 30 Sep 2019

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Moody’s Says Thomas Cook Collapse May Take Toll on Greek Banks

Greece's banks may be next to suffer the blow of the Thomas Cook downfall, according to a report by ratings agency Moody’s.

Posted On 27 Sep 2019

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Greece Targets 50-plus Dutch Travelers

Aiming to attract 50-plus Dutch travelers to Greece, the Greek National Tourism Organization took part in The Netherlands' “50PlusBeurs 2019” tourism expo.

Posted On 27 Sep 2019

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Athens Caps Off Strong 2019 Summer Season, Says STR

Hotels in Athens reached their best level in terms of occupancy, ADR and RevPAR for the month of August since 2004, STR said in its monthly report.

Posted On 24 Sep 2019

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Greece Sees Average Travel Spend Per Trip Rise in Jan-July 2019

Travel receipts in Greece increased by 13.6 percent during the January-July 2019 period, due to an increase in the average expenditure per trip.

Posted On 23 Sep 2019

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Survey: Travelers Want Value, Personalization, Digital Products, Ease

All the more travelers across the globe are focusing on value, personalization and technologies that make travel easier, according to Travelport’s Global Digital Traveler Research 2019.

Posted On 23 Sep 2019

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Samos Island a Magnet for Dutch Travelers

Dutch travelers are opting for Samos this year, as tourism flows to the eastern Aegean island have significantly increased during the past five months.

Posted On 23 Sep 2019

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Greek Hotel Room Rates to Rise by 2-4% Next Year – Report

Room rates at Greek hotels are projected at rising by 2-4 percent next year, according to BCD Travel’s 2020 Industry Forecast.

Posted On 20 Sep 2019

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Passenger Traffic at Greek Airports On the Up: Over 45 Million in Jan-Aug

Over 45 million passengers passed through Greek airports during the January-August 2019 period, up 4.9 percent year-on-year.

Posted On 19 Sep 2019

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SEV Sees Greece Economic Slowdown in H1 2019

The Greek economy appears to be slowing down, says the H1 2019 “Economics and Business” bulletin of the Hellenic Federation of Enterprises (SEV).

Posted On 19 Sep 2019

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CLIA: Global Shipping Gets Proactive for the Environment

The shipping industry is taking proactive measures to safeguard the environment, according to a report by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Posted On 19 Sep 2019

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