Kikilias: We illuminated new destinations – Greece is a strong attraction
“In 2023 we continue to work on the further extension of the season with the aim of Greece attracting travelers all 12 months of the year” says the Minister of Tourism in his article in the newspaper “Paron tis Kyriakis”. Vassilis Kikiliasnoting that the strategy to promote new destinations, open to new markets, attract high spending travelers and promote the city break, has paid off.
“And just the fact that we are comparing the 2022 of the multiple crises with the “hazy” 2019 proves the success of the past tourist season. but also of EL.STAT for the turnover of the products, we can say that we achieved our goal: In a period with many adversities, we supported accommodation, of course catering, commerce, and the primary sector that supplies all businesses with its products,” states Mr. Kikilias.
With reference to the development sign of tourism, he underlines that the upgrading of our tourist product made Greece a strong point of attraction for international giants participating in large hotel units, tourist ports and theme parks. “At the same time, the government, using resources from the Recovery Fund, the NSRF and the PDE – is proceeding with projects and infrastructures that will contribute decisively to the tourism and economic development of the country” notes the Minister, pointing out that the bet for 2023 is sustainability . with policies, projects and interventions that will focus on alternative forms of tourism, ecology, circular economy, alternative energy sources, water resources management, biodiversity protection, but also highlighting tradition and the rich Greek cultural heritage .
“Having, therefore, at the center of our policy the tripartite “sustainability – infrastructure projects – 12-month tourism” we continue unabated the effort for the further tourism development of the country, always with our primary goal of strengthening the national economy and supporting the average . of a Greek family” concludes Mr. Kikilias in his article.
Source: RES – BEE