This week travel experts discuss the need for Greece to adapt in the wake of COVID-19, and more news on the economy and summer vacations.
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A Pandemic Lesson Greek Hoteliers Refuse to Learn
Greek thought leaders are not really thinking ahead where sustainability is concerned. The pandemic “pause” opportunity is being wasted.
British Tourist Spending in Greece Way Up in 2019
According to data from Bank of Greece, British tourist spending was up 31.9 percent last year. Offseason travelers account for biggest rise.
Will the Greek Paradise Be Paved Over Like Florida Was?
In Athens, tourism decision-makers are poised to turn Greece tourism into a Florida clone. Key leaders want investment to double visitors.
Bank of Greece Reports Rise in Greek Balance of Travel Services Surplus
The Bank of Greece has reported a significant increase in Greece’s balance of travel services surplus for the first five months of 2019.
Crete Rakes in 1/3 of All Greek Tourism: But Beware a Foreboding
The island of Crete experienced a stellar tourism season for 2018 with roughly €5 billion euro being spent from January through October, according to figures from the Bank of Greece. Overall, Greece saw travel receipts exceed €15.6 billion, which is an increase of 9.9%, compared to the same period of 2017 and is primarily due […]