Tag: Greece tourism ministry | Page 25

Accessibility, Certification Top Greek Tourism Ministry Law Proposal

Tapping into the vast wealth of natural thermal springs and making destinations accessible are among the main points of a new bill tabled in parliament by the Greek Tourism Ministry.

Posted On 14 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Effective Recovery Fund Distribution Key to Greek SME Expansion

The effective distribution of recovery funds that will support Greece’s SMEs was recently discussed by the tourism ministry and the Athens Chamber of Commerce.

Posted On 10 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Thessaloniki Set to Welcome Cruise Ships from March 2022

Thessaloniki will kick off its cruise season on March 6 with 60 percent of all itineraries to home port in the northern Greek city.

Posted On 09 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greek Tourism Minister Welcomes ECOFIN Update on VAT Rules

EU finance ministers have decided to update value-added tax rules, which would pave the way for the reduction of VAT rates on all Greek islands.

Posted On 08 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Poll: Greece Among Top 10 European Destinations for Source Markets

Greece is in the top 10 European destinations of choice for travelers coming from key source markets, an INSETE study found.

Posted On 07 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece Aims to Launch Tourism Business Accessibility Label

Greece is pushing ahead with actions that will make tourist destinations and beaches accessible to disabled travelers, announcing a new certification for enterprises.

Posted On 07 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Tourism Should Be Accessible for All, Says GNTO President

Accessible tourism is a right and should be a given, GNTO President Angela Gerekou said during the recent "Tourism for All" conference held in Italy.

Posted On 02 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greek Minister Wants to Create Framework for Tourism – Trade Activities

The time has come for Greece to set up a framework that will regulate the operation of tourism trade activity, according to Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias.

Posted On 01 Dec 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greek Tourism Strategy to Focus on Investments, Sustainability

Greece is preparing a 10-year national tourism development strategy focused on high quality investments and sustainability, according to Greek Tourism Minister Vasilis Kikilias.

Posted On 30 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

CLIA – Greek Gov’t Discuss Cruise Sector Priorities for 2022

CLIA Europe executives discussed the 2022 cruise season with Greek government officials and focused on issues of safe travel, port operations and responsible tourism.

Posted On 26 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Ioannina Sets New Tourism Priorities on Back of Strong Winter Bookings

With hotel occupancy levels in Ioannina at 70% in November, local authorities have plans to further establish the city as a strong Greek tourist destination.

Posted On 26 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece Aiming for March 2022 Cruise Travel Start

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) - Europe and the Greek Tourism Ministry are aiming to kickstart cruise travel to Greece in March 2022.

Posted On 24 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece Participates in Transition Pathway for ‘Greener’ Tourism

Greece took part in a meeting of EU tourism ministers to discuss the creation of a "Transition Pathways” pact for the green transformation of Europe’s tourism industry.

Posted On 22 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Woman standing outdoors on ferry ship with a surgical mask during Covid-19 travelling in Greece. Photo source: Shutterstock

Greek Minister: Tourism and Wellbeing Go Hand in Hand

‘Tourism and health are directly linked,’ Greek Tourism Minister Vasilis Kikilias said in an interview, stressing the importance of covering lost ground and achieving tourism success in 2022.

Posted On 19 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece – Turkey Hoteliers Arrange Istanbul Meet for Spring

Hoteliers from Greece and Turkey will be meeting in Istanbul in April 2022 to discuss cooperation and ways to address the challenges created by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 19 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece and Turkey Agree to Cooperate in Tourism

Greece and neighbor Turkey agreed to cooperate on issues of tourism and signed a Memorandum of Cooperation in Izmir.

Posted On 17 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greece Counting on Winter Tourism to Conclude Positive Year

Greece is counting on seeing more tourists in winter as part of a long-term strategy to extend its tourism season past the summer months.

Posted On 12 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Greek Hoteliers Urge Health Protocols for Airbnb-style Rentals

Greece’s hoteliers are calling on the government to implement Covid-19 health and hygiene protocols for short-term rentals.

Posted On 10 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team

Enhancing the Athens Tourism Experience a Ministry Priority

Ways of enhancing the Athens tourism experience were discussed during a recent meeting between Tourism Minister Vasilis Kikilias, municipal authorities and trade associations.

Posted On 09 Nov 2021

, By GTP editing team