tourism

First figures

According to official figures by the Panhellenic Federation of Hoteliers, Greek tourism is expected to suffer a reduction of 7% to 9% during the 2010 season. Despite the…

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Beyond the sea and sun model

Sunny skies and sandy beaches and clear waters have for decades earned Greece's reputation as a leading destination for holiday-makers, but now the authorities say that tourism strategy needs a change of focus to stay ahead of the game. Scenic hikes for the hardy, traditional farm produce for the selective and religious relics for the pious are among a hatful of ideas brought forward to extend the Greek travel scene to an all-season level.
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