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Proposals Tabled for the Sustainable Tourism Development of Remote Regions in Greece

Proposals were recently presented focusing on the importance of sustainable tourism development for remote regions in Greece.

Greek Hotels: Over 53,000 People are ‘Missing’ from Jobs in Hospitality

A total of 53,229 job positions in Greek hotels remained unfilled this year, according to data from a study by ITEP.

Early Bookings to Greece Set Positive Pace for 2023

Greek tourism market insiders say early bookings are so far giving indications of a strong year ahead.

ITEP: Energy Costs, Staff Shortages and War Weighing Down on Greek Hotel Sector

After the Covid-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war, soaring energy prices and lack of staff are taking a toll on Greece’s hotel sector.

Greek Hoteliers Choose Local Products, Support Greece’s Primary Production

More and more Greek hoteliers are choosing to serve and promote Greek products in their hotels, according to a survey by the Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP).

ITEP: 26.5% of Greece’s Hotels Serve ‘Greek Breakfast’

Over 26% of hotels across Greece follow the “Greek Breakfast” concept and include local products and recipes on their breakfast menus, according to an ITEP survey.

ITEP: Konstantina Svinou Re-elected President of Greece’s Tourism Research Institute

Greece’s Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP) has re-elected Konstantina Svinou as its president.
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Konstantina Svinou: Keep the bar high

On occasion of International Women’s Day, women in Greek tourism have been invited to tell us what the greatest challenge is for the industry in the post-Covid-19 era.

Greek Hotels Report Worker Shortage

While thousands of jobs were available in Greece's hospitality sector in 2019, many positions remained unfilled, according to a study by ITEP.

Seasonality Still a Major Challenge for Greece, Says ITEP Study

Greek tourism's seasonality did not decline in 2019 but remained at a consistently high level, according to an ITEP study.

Greek Hotels: Losses from Thomas Cook Collapse Add Up to €315 Million

Total losses in Greece's accommodation sector from the collapse of Thomas Cook are estimated at 315 million euros, says the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

Kos Tourism Professionals Call for Removal of Tsunami Warning Signs

Tourism professionals on Kos are calling for the removal of outdoor sign boards warning of a potential tsunami in the area should an earthquake occur.

Greece’s Hotel Occupancy Down in Q1 2019

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels reported lower first-quarter occupancy rates and a drop in early bookings for the 2019 summer season in Greece.

Greek Hotels Spent €1.6 Billion on Upgrades in 2017-2018

Investments of Greek hoteliers for upgrades in their units during 2017-2018 amounted to over 1.6 billion euros, according to the Institute for Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP).

Attica Region, Hotel Chamber Join Forces for Tourism

The Region of Attica and the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels have agreed to cooperate towards the development of additional tourism options in Attica.

Kos’ Triton Hotel Back in Action after Renovation

The historic Triton Hotel on the island of Kos, has re-opened to the public following extensive restoration works on damage caused by the 2017 earthquake.

German Tourism Market Confirms Support to Kos at FVW Workshop 2016

Germany’s leading tour operators and travel agents recently attended a three-day major destination marketing event on Kos and explored ways to boost the island's image and increase sales of travel packages to the destination.

Hoteliers Association of Kos Announces New Board Of Directors

The Hoteliers Association of Kos recently announced its new Board of Directors following elections held on 5 July 2014.