2023 was a milestone for Greek hypertourism. It was the year the sector recorded over 32 million foreign tourist arrivals and revenues of €20.5 billion, breaking all previous records. For this year, everyone expects a new increase in the main tourism figures and new records. In this context, other local communities are celebrating, others are … Read more
When its inhabitants Barcelona attacked with…water pistols against tourists to show their discontent waves that submerge the city the news has sparked strong reactions. Record numbers of visitors to major European centres are causing heated protests, but their spending is supporting the economy. And policymakers are trying to strike a balance. The backlash against tourism … Read more
In several popular tourist resorts in Europe, residents are protesting. Venice There have even been apartment squats – citizens see their city flooded with tourists, often without housing themselves. Around 49,000 people are permanent residents of the historic centre of Venice. According to various estimates, however, the city welcomes more than 20 million tourists per … Read more
There is no overtourism in Santorini but we need limits,” said Santorini Hoteliers’ Union President Antonis Pagonis. Speaking to Express.co.uk, Mr Pagonis noted that “this overcrowding that is happening in specific places, specific and limited periods on our island, we believe it is due to the lack of infrastructure, which is something that the authorities … Read more
Greek citizens almost universally recognize the importance of tourism to the Greek economy. However, as well as foreign visitors are increasing and much of the investment activity is concentrated in the sector, either in new hotels or in in new holiday homes or in short-term rental complexes, there are growing concerns about both the impact … Read more
“A few days ago, 19,000 people arrived on the island by cruise ships in a few hours. We have made a big effort so that the 63 days of this summer, which will be very difficult (including boat arrivals cruise), be reduced to 48. But this number of people is impossible to serve properly. THE … Read more