International tourism industry experts, on Thursday, December 10, will come together to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted sustainability efforts in the hotel sector, the cruise industry and at destinations during the ITB Virtual Convention on ITB.com. Amid the Covid-19 crisis, topics such as climate protection and environmental awareness in tourism have
Setting a specific date as well as defining mode of operation are among the recommendations made by the Athens Traders Association (ESA) so as to ensure the smooth re-opening of Athens shops ahead of the holiday season. In letter this week to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, ESA President Stavros Kafounis is proposing that: – all […]
In efforts to address overcrowding on public transport and to curb the spread of Covid-19 once lockdown measures are lifted, Greek Infrastructure and Transport Minister Kostas Karamanlis announced on Tuesday, an increase in vehicles and routes. Speaking on public broadcaster ERT, Karamanlis said efforts were being made to boost frequency of metro and bus services […]
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global travel & tourism private sector, has released a major report that recommends global guidelines for a safe and seamless traveller journey in the ‘new normal’. WTTC’s Safe & Seamless Traveller Journey (SSTJ) aims to enable a safe end-to-end traveller experience, encompassing both air and […]
RateHawk.com, an online B2B tool for booking hotels and travel services, has announced the development of the first mobile app in Greece for travel agents. According to a company announcement, the new technology will enable travel industry professionals to book hotels and manage operations from their smartphone. Corporate clients of the service may also use […]
Photo source: @TIF-Helexpo Greece’s national exhibition body TIF – Helexpo has announced the 15 architectural offices and groups that have been qualified to enter the second phase of an international design competition for the revamp of the Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center. Launched earlier this year, the competition will determine the winner that will
Attica Group, the parent company of Superfast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways and Africa Morocco Link, has been named “Passenger Line of the Year” at the Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards 2020. Every year the Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards honor individuals and companies for their achievements within the Greek shipping
Photo Source: Porto Carras Grand Resort The Porto Carras Grand Resort, located in Halkidiki, has announced that it will reopen its doors on April 29, 2021, under a new management and ownership. “Porto Carras Grand Resort’s mission is to provide care, comfort and safety to all guests accommodated in the resort,” the new management said […]
The Acropolis, Athens. Photo: GTP The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) office in Italy in December will take part in digital events to promote Greek tourism to the Italian market. “These activities are part of the organization’s strategy to strengthen the image of Greece in international markets ahead of the 2021 tourism season,” the GNTO […]
Ensuring accessibility for tourists with specific access requirements can be a “game changer” for destinations around the world as they look to bounce back from the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The organization is aiming to make clear the importance of placing inclusivity at the centre of tourism […]


















