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Greek Government Gives Incentive To Restaurants To Drop Prices

The price of wining and dining out in Greece is expected to fall as the value added tax (VAT) reduction in the food service sector from 23 percent to 13 percent comes into effect on 1 August.
Posted On 26 Jul 2013
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Greek Stores To Open On Sundays

The Greek Parliament approved a bill on 24 July that gives department stores the opportunity to open on Sundays.
Posted On 25 Jul 2013
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Greek Mayors Against New Tourism Bill

Twenty one mayors of Greek islands recently sent a letter to MPs requesting they vote against the new bill for tourism, which "contributes to the irreversible degradation of the tourism product" of the country's islands.
Posted On 25 Jul 2013
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Greece May Follow French Example To Make VAT Cut In Food Sector Permanent

In an attempt to persuade eateries to lower their prices and issue receipts to customers, the Greek Government is considering to adopt the model implemented by France when the country's value-added tax (VAT) rate in the food service sector was reduced,
Posted On 24 Jul 2013
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Non-EU Citizens: New Passport Requirements For Traveling To Europe

Third-country nationals entering the Schengen area will now be required to hold a travel document valid for at least three months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the Member States.
Posted On 23 Jul 2013
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To domestic tourism, ITEP predicted a drop since the cost of living has increased significantly and wages have been cut due to the government’s austerity measures.
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Greek MPs Lose Ferry Travel Freebies

Greek MPs and PNO unionists are among those who will now have to pay for their tickets when traveling on a Greek ferry just like everybody else.
Posted On 18 Jul 2013
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VAT Cut On Greek Food Service Expected Next Month

The VAT reduction on Greek food catering services (restaurants, hotel restaurants, cafeterias, etc.) is expected to come into force as of 1 August as the Greek Government and the country’s international lenders seem to be reaching an agreement on the issue.
Posted On 17 Jul 2013
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New Greek Tourism Bill Increases Fine For Free Campers

The new bill for Greek tourism that was recently tabled in Parliament looks set to crack down on free campers who pitch their tents on beaches, in forests and other public spaces.
Posted On 10 Jul 2013
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SDOE Spots Tourism Tax Dodgers In Greece

One in every two enterprises inspected across Greece by the Financial Crimes Squad (SDOE) over the 21-24 June long weekend was found to be withholding tax payments.
Posted On 28 Jun 2013
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EU Passenger Rights Information Campaign Launches Today in Piraeus

A campaign on passenger rights will launch today, 27 June, at the Piraeus Port Authority within the framework of the European Commission's new campaign to inform travelers about their passenger rights and how to claim them if needed.
Posted On 27 Jun 2013
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Ministry Announces “Tourism for All” Discount Vacation Program For Greeks

This season's “Tourism for All” discounted vacation program for Greeks will run as of July 2013 until May 2014 under a budget of five million euros, according to an announcement made today, 20 June, by the Greek Tourism Ministry.
Posted On 20 Jun 2013
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Greek Ministries To Cooperate To Boost Fishing Tourism

The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food is expected to team up soon with the Ministries of Tourism and Mercantile Marine, the Aegean and Island Policy to simplify the institutional framework required for the development of fishing tourism.
Posted On 13 Jun 2013
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Greek Certified Thermal Springs Add Up To 20

Two new Greek thermal springs were recently recognized by the Natural Thermal Resources Protection Committee, bringing the total of the country's recognized springs to 20, according to the Greek Tourism Ministry.
Posted On 13 Jun 2013
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Greek Museums, Sites To Operate On Summertime Schedule

The most visited Greek State museums and archaeological sites will operate from 8am to 8pm, while those that attract a smaller audience will operate from 8am to 5pm, according to a recent announcement made by Deputy Culture Minister Kostas Tzavaras.
Posted On 06 Jun 2013
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Athens Mayor Proposes Shops To Operate Some Sundays A Year

Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis on Tuesday, 23 April, restated his proposal for shops in the historical center of the city to operate on some Sundays and this way give tourists more options to for purchases while touring the city.
Posted On 23 Apr 2013
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New NSRF Program To Upgrade Greek Tourism

Improving the competitiveness of Greece’s tourism services and supporting new and innovative ideas are the main actions that will be put forward for the country's tourism sector, according to a new National Strategic Reference Framework (NSRF) for the Programming Period 2014-2020.
Posted On 08 Apr 2013
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New Greek Law Simplifies Licensing For Seaplanes

Waterway investments may finally begin to proceed in Greece and seaplanes allowed to operate in Greek waters without hassle as specific rules for their licensing and operation are included in a bill that was recently approved by the Greek Parliament.
Posted On 05 Apr 2013
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Small Greek Hotels To Be Excused From OAEE Contributions

Owners of some 20,000 small Greek hotel units with a capacity of less than 10 rooms are expected soon to be excused from mandatory insurance contributions to the Self-Employed Workers’ Insurance Organization (OAEE), the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels said today, 4 March, in a press...
Posted On 04 Mar 2013
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More Certified Thermal Springs Added To Greece’s Tourism Portfolio

Aiming to include spa tourism and thermalism within the overall development of the country’s national tourism product, the Greek Tourism Ministry announced another three thermal springs recently recognized by the Natural Thermal Resources Protection Committee.
Posted On 08 Feb 2013
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SETE And Hotel Chamber On Draft Tourism Bill

Greek tourism professionals took part in the public consultation on a draft tourism bill drawn up by the Greek Tourism Ministry and submitted a series of comments on the proposed regulations for Greek tourism.
Posted On 07 Feb 2013
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