Santorini Hotel Association: Zoning proposals

Santorini Hotel Association: Zoning proposals

ESS presents proposals for the sustainable development of tourism in Santorini, focusing on infrastructure, bed management and the protection of settlements. OR Santorini Hoteliers Association (EXS) actively participates in the consultation on “Special spatial framework for tourism“, presenting proposals aimed at improving the sustainability and management of tourism in Santorini. With the conclusion of the … Read more

Artificial intelligence is changing the travel industry

Artificial intelligence is changing the travel industry

Artificial intelligence is redefining tourism by offering personalized experiences, improved operations and addressing data challenges. OR artificial intelligence (Generative AI) has also begun to transform the travel sector, offering new tools and capabilities that enhance the traveler experience and enhance business operations. Tourism businesses are widely adopting it to meet growing market demands while striving … Read more

TAHI is on strike today in Attica

TAHI is on strike today in Attica

Taxi drivers are on strike to protest problems with taxes, insurance, unfair competition and compulsory electrification from 2026. Today, Monday, September 9, 2024, taxi drivers in Athens are on a 24-hour strike from 5:00am, which will continue until 5:00am. on Tuesday, September 10, which is organized by Attica Taxi Drivers Union (fuck it) and aims … Read more

New Zealand triples its tourism tax

New Zealand triples its tourism tax

It will now be more expensive to visit New Zealand’s lakes, mountains, cycle paths and wineries as the country raises its International Visitor and Tourism Protection Levy (IVL) from NZ$35 ($22) to NZ$100 ($62 dollars) from October 1. “International tourism also comes at a cost to local communities, including additional pressure on regional infrastructure and … Read more