connect with us
Greece's latest tourism industry news by Greek Travel Pages

Search Results.

//fires
2012, Chios. Photo © E. Korakaki, WWF Greece
0

WWF: Mediterranean Countries Must Take Action Against Fires

Mediterranean region countries sadly account for more than 80 percent of Europe’s total burnt land, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
Posted On 07 Aug 2019
, By
pixabay
0

WWF: Europe at Risk of ‘Superfires’ Due to Climate Change

European countries will be faced with stronger faster-spreading fires due to heatwaves and droughts which are a direct result of climate change, says the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
Posted On 05 Jul 2019
, By
0

Greece Wildfires Leave Dozens Dead and Missing

Wildfires ravaged the Northeastern Attica coastline in Greece on Monday, July 23, leaving over 70 people dead, hundreds injured and dozens missing.
Posted On 25 Jul 2018
, By
0

Wildfires Hit Attica, State of Emergency Declared

Western and Eastern Attica were declared in a state of emergency on Monday following a number of wildfires that struck around the greater Athens area.
Posted On 23 Jul 2018
, By
Photo Source: http://imerazante.gr
0

Fires Devastate Zakynthos, Police Seeking Arsonists

Fire fighters continued efforts on Monday to put out a wildfire near Maries on Zakynthos, while one man suspected of arson is being questioned.
Posted On 28 Aug 2017
, By
0

Fires Devastate Zakynthos, Authorities Suspect Arson

Zakynthos was declared in a state of emergency on Monday as fires continued to rage across the popular Greek island and officials claiming arson.
Posted On 14 Aug 2017
, By
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Thasos. Photo source: @PrimeministerGR
0

Greek PM Pledges Emergency Support After Thasos Fires

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has pledged to cover 80 percent of damages to homes and businesses on the island of Thasos after wild fires on four fronts destroyed large parts of land over the weekend.
Posted On 13 Sep 2016
, By
off

Wildfires Hit Rhodes, Crete And Serifos

A number of villages on three Greek islands were evacuated of locals and tourists over the weekend due to wildfires that struck at the height of the Greece's tourism season.
Posted On 29 Jul 2013
, By
Ancient Olympia's archeological site was in danger from the uncontrolled fire.
0

International Concern for Impact of Fires on Greek Tourism

The recent fires in Greece have destroyed over 1,900,000 hectares of land, claimed over 60 lives and destroyed dozens of villages. The loss of value of a number of tourism-related companies stocks on the days of the fires show how, according to the international press, the fires...
Posted On 01 Oct 2007
, By
2

Athens Hoteliers Angered by Mayor’s Proposal for Extra Taxation

Hoteliers argue that short-term rental operations should be charged for rising costs of municipal services in Athens.
Posted On 15 Apr 2024
, By
0

UK Media Applauds Greece for Free Rhodes Holidays via ‘Rodos Week’ Initiative

The UK media has applauded Greece for the ‘Rodos Week’ initiative that offers free hotel stays to travelers that were forced to flee Rhodes in July 2023 due to wildfires.
Posted On 15 Apr 2024
, By
Tourists on Rhodes. Photo source: AutoRhodes.
0

Rodos Week: Platform for Free Stays on Rhodes Opens for Applications

Travelers who were evacuated from Rhodes in July 2023 due to the fires can now apply for a free six-night spring or autumn stay on the island.
Posted On 11 Apr 2024
, By
0

Rhodes Hoteliers Call for VAT Cutback in the Dodecanese Islands

Rhodes hoteliers are calling on Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis to reduce VAT for the Dodecanese islands to support growth.
Posted On 09 Apr 2024
, By
1

HOTREC: Rhodes to Host 1st EU Tourism Forum for Climate Crisis

Europe's tourism bodies, including HOTREC, ACI Europe, A4E, CLIA and ECTAA, will gather on Rhodes to discuss the climate crisis.
Posted On 03 Apr 2024
, By
0

Greece’s ‘Rodos Week’ to Offer Free Stays to Last Year’s Rhodes Tourists

Greece will offer free accommodation on Rhodes to those evacuated from their hotels during the destructive fires last summer.
Posted On 02 Apr 2024
, By
0

ETC: Climate Change Impacting Greece’s Online Reputation

Climate change, the fires on Rhodes, the floods, and safety concerns impacted Greece’s online reputation in 2023, according to a report by the European Travel Commission (ETC).
Posted On 28 Mar 2024
, By
0

Greece and Canada to Further Strengthen Tourism Relations

Greece and Canada are keen on advancing cooperation in shared interests, including trade and investment, climate action and tourism.
Posted On 25 Mar 2024
, By
0

WPL Athens Summit Welcomes Women Leaders from Across the Globe

Athens welcomes hundreds of women leaders from 57 countries this week for the “Women Political Leaders (WPL) Summit 2024’.
Posted On 20 Mar 2024
, By
0

Sani Resort Joins Forces with Research Institute to Protect Unique Pine Forest in Halkidiki

Sani Resort has announced the Sani Environmental Observatory, a collaboration between Sani/Ikos Group and the Forest Research Institute of ELGO "DIMITRA" aiming to protect the unique coastal pine forest of Sani.
Posted On 20 Mar 2024
, By
0

Greece’s Subsidized Vacation Scheme Accepting Applications

Eligible residents in Greece wishing to apply for subsidized holidays can do so starting on March 14.
Posted On 13 Mar 2024
, By
‹ Previous123456Next ›Last »

Newsletter

Signup to receive our daily travel-tourism industry newsletter.



CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

Today’s Ferry departures

Piraeus port, Athens
Rafina port, Athens
Powered by: gtp logo

Newsletter

Signup to receive our daily travel-tourism industry newsletter.



CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

SUBSCRIBE TO RSS

https://news.gtp.gr/feed/

Advertise

GTP Headlines Media Kit

Copyright Notice

Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from the author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts of texts published in this page and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Greek Travel Pages – gtp.gr and / or GTP Headlines - news.gtp.gr with appropriate and specific direction (hyperlink) to the original content.  All photographs appearing on this site are not to be downloaded or reproduced in any way, without the prior written permission of the copyright owner.

About Us

The team | About GTP Headlines

Contact Us

Greek Travel Pages,
6, Psylla str. Athens GR 10557
Call center: +30 210 324 7511

Contact Details

CONTRIBUTE

Guest posts are welcome. Read the editorial guidelines here.

Archives


Member of
sete logo
© 1998 – 2022 International Publications Ltd. - Terms