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Thomas Cook Shutdown: Greek Gov’t Vows to Stand by Affected Tourism Businesses

The Greek government will stand by the country’s businesses that have been affected by the Thomas Cook shutdown, says Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.
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Economy Ministry: Stayover Tax Exemption for Thomas Cook-impacted Hotels in Greece

Greek hotels impacted by the collapse of Thomas Cook will be exempt from paying a stayover tax as a first support measure.

Thomas Cook Collapse May Cost Greek Tourism €500m

The losses for Greek tourism enterprises from the collapse of UK travel giant Thomas Cook could exceed 500 million euros in the long run.

UK Secures Planes to Repatriate Stranded Thomas Cook Tourists from Greece

The planes to fly thousands of Thomas Cook customers from Greece back to the UK have been secured, says British Ambassador to Greece, Kate Smith.

Impact of Thomas Cook Collapse on Crete – Governor

Crete Regional Governor Stavros Arnaoutakis informed Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis on the impact of Thomas Cook's collapse on the island's businesses.

New Framework for Waterways in Greece Coming Soon

The Greek government is planning a new framework for the operation of waterways that will lead to the development of a seaplane network in Greece.

Thomas Cook Group Enters Administration, Thousands Stranded in Greece

UK global travel group Thomas Cook on Monday announced that it is entering into compulsory liquidation with immediate effect.

No ‘Surprises’ in Framework for Airbnb-style Rentals in Greece, Says Minister

Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis has assured that there will be no "surprises" in the upcoming regulatory framework on the short-term rental market in Greece.

Greece Looks to Boost Tourism Relations with the United States

Boosting air connections between Greece and America topped the agenda of talks between Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and US Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt.

Plans for Greek Tourism Upgrade Announced

Changing diving tourism regulations and establishing rules for short-term rentals in Greece are among the current focus areas of the Greek Tourism Ministry.

SETE Calls for Tourism Alliance Between Sector and Ministry

SETE has called for an "alliance" between the tourism sector's stakeholders and the Tourism Ministry in order for crucial issues to be resolved.

Royal Caribbean Cruises Explores Ways to Grow in Greece’s Waters

The development of cruise tourism in Greece was explored by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and representatives of Royal Caribbean Cruises.

Greece Expects Over 5.2 Million Cruise Passengers by End of 2019

Greece by the end of 2019 is expected to have welcomed over 5.2 million cruise passengers, a year-on-year increase of some 10 percent.

Greece’s Religious Tourism at the Center of Talks Between Minister and Archbishop

Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and Greek Archbishop Ieronymos are looking to highlight Greece's religious tourism treasures.

Hotel Chamber Discusses Greek Tourism’s Major Challenges with Minister

The major challenges that Greek tourism is up against - competitiveness, infrastructure and Brexit - were discussed between the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels and Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis.

Minister Announces Northern Greece Tourism Agenda

The tourism product of Northern Greece was on the meeting agenda of Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis and Central Macedonia Governor Apostolos Tzitzikostas.

Greek Tourism Minister Starts Regional Tour from Epirus

Greece's Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis recently launched a series of policy meetings with regional governors from Epirus, for the creation of a regional tourism council.

Greek Ministry Decides Hotels with Ports to Pay Rent

Hotels which operate tourist ports or marinas on their premises will be required to pay an annual rent, according to a decision by Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis

Accessible Tourism a Priority for Greece

Ensuring accessibility in tourism and improving the services offered to people with disabilities are key for the development of Greece’s tourism product, Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said.

New Secretary General of Greek National Tourism Organization Appointed

Dimitris Fragakis has been appointed as the new Secretary General of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).