A Santorini official has sparked outrage after urging residents to limit their movements due to an influx of 17,000 cruise ship passengers. The post, which was later deleted, ignited a fierce debate about the impact of overtourism on the popular Greek island.
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Despite record tourism revenue across Greece, the iconic island of Santorini is experiencing a slowdown, with booking numbers down and concerns over a potential downturn in the industry. Experts believe it may be a natural correction after years of booming growth, but factors like election years and major sporting events could also be contributing.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discussed a range of topics with CNN’s Julia Chatterley, including Greece’s commitment to NATO, European defense strategies, and the booming tourism sector. Addressing concerns from international relations to labor laws, Mitsotakis emphasized Greece’s active role on the world stage, while also dispelling myths about a six-day work week.
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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), has proposed ways to curb overtourism on…