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“Athens Declaration” Sets Future Priorities For EU Maritime Transport Policy

The Greek Presidency has reaffirmed the importance of the maritime transport sector for Europe's prosperity with the adoption of the "Athens Declaration," which sets the policy priorities for European shipping.
Posted On 12 May 2014
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“Hands Off The Beaches,” Greenpeace Tells Greek Government

A controversial bill on coastal development prepared by the Greek Finance Ministry has led to a call from Greenpeace Greece for the government to keep its "hands of the beaches."
Posted On 08 May 2014
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Greece, Australia To Sign Work-Visa Agreement

On Wednesday 14 May, Greece and Australia will sign an intergovernmental agreement that will enable young adults to obtain a tourist visa for travel between both countries to live and work.
Posted On 07 May 2014
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Greek Tourism To Receive Funds From New NSRF For 2014-2020

Tourism will be one of the sectors of the Greek economy that will receive funds from the new National Strategic Reference Framework (NSRF) for the new programming period 2014-2020, according to Greek Development Minister Kostis Hatzidakis.
Posted On 05 Apr 2014
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EU Votes To End Roaming Fees, Expand Consumer Rights

The European Parliament has voted to end roaming charges by Christmas 2015, as part of a wider vote in support of the Commission’s proposed regulation for a "Connected Continent" (telecoms single market).
Posted On 03 Apr 2014
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EU Proposes Easier Schengen Visas For Non-EU Travelers

The European Union wants to introduce more flexible visa rules for non-European Union holidaymakers to boost growth and job creation.
Posted On 02 Apr 2014
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Possible Changes To Greek Tourist Coach Sector Stirs Reactions

Greek tourism professionals have expressed opposition to the government’s new multi-bill that will overhaul the rules that currently exist in the tourist coach sector.
Posted On 28 Mar 2014
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Multi-Bill Foresees Changes In Greek Tourism Sector

The multi-bill that was introduced recently in Greek Parliament, contains 50 reforms to four key sectors of Greece: tourism, food processing, building materials and retail.
Posted On 28 Mar 2014
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New Bill For Marine Tourism Tabled In Greek Parliament

A new bill for marine tourism was recently tabled in Greek Parliament by the Greek Ministry of Mercantile Marine. The new bill aims to attract more recreational ships, under Greek and foreign flag, in the Greek seas.
Posted On 14 Mar 2014
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Greece Will Not Impose Changes To Visa Policy For Russians

Greece has no thoughts to change its visa policy regarding tourists from Russia due to the crisis in Ukraine.
Posted On 10 Mar 2014
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Peloponnese Tourism Organization Opposes Regional Tourism Directorate Shutdown

The Peloponnese Tourism Organization has published an announcement in which it opposes the Greek Tourism Ministry's intention to shut down the Peloponnese Regional Tourism Directorate and transfer its services from Tripoli to the directorate in Patras.
Posted On 27 Feb 2014
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EU To Secure Easier Recovery Of Illegally Removed National Treasures

A directive on the return of cultural objects unlawfully removed from the territory of a member state may be officially adopted by the Council during the Greek Presidency.
Posted On 27 Feb 2014
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Former Greek Tourism Minister Slams New Draft Bill

Former tourism minister Nikos Skoulas has suggested for the new draft bill for Greek tourism to be withdrawn and written from scratch with the assistance of the sector's professionals, workers and all of those who know and serve tourism.
Posted On 26 Feb 2014
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Greek Tourism Ministry Launches Public Consultation On Draft Bill

The Greek Tourism Ministry has launched a public consultation on a draft bill that aims to overcome barriers that have been hindering the industry's development for years.
Posted On 19 Feb 2014
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Σε δημόσια διαβούλευση το ν/σ για την αναδιοργάνωση του υπουργείου Τουρισμού

Σε δημόσια διαβούλευση τίθεται από σήμερα 19 Φεβρουαρίου 2014 το σχέδιο νόμου του υπουργείου Τουρισμού, «Αναδιοργάνωση του υπουργείου Τουρισμού, Ρυθμίσεις Ειδικών Τουριστικών Υποδομών, Εκπαίδευση και Κατάρτιση στον Τουρισμό, Αγροτουριστικός ...
Posted On 19 Feb 2014
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Licensing Procedures For Four Tourism Investments In Greece Near Completion

The licensing procedures for four major tourism investments on the islands of Kea, Milos and Ios and mainland Messinia (Peloponnese) are near completion, Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni informed on 17 February.
Posted On 17 Feb 2014
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Visa Rule Change For Travel To Turkey

A new visa rule for travel to Turkey will come into effect as of 10 April 2014. Travelers will no longer be able to buy a visa on arrival at the Turkish border and will have to apply for an e-visa online prior to their journey.
Posted On 13 Feb 2014
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Greece Offers Saudis 5-year Residency For Investments Over 250,000 Euros

Greek Consul General in Jeddah Chronis Polychroniou has announced that Greece has issued a new law that allows investors from non-EU countries to obtain resident permits for five years, provided the investment is at least 250,000 euros.
Posted On 13 Feb 2014
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New Rules On Liquids, Aerosols & Gels Come Into Effect At European Airports

New European Union rules on passengers carrying on liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) recently came into effect at European airports, according to the ACI (Airport's Council International) Europe.
Posted On 12 Feb 2014
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Greek Tour Guides Appeal To European Commission Against Tourism Ministry

The Panhellenic Tourist Guide Federation has sent an appeal to the European Commission to urge the Greek Government to reconsider its policy towards the tourist guide profession and training.
Posted On 06 Feb 2014
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