Key Tourism Figures 2017: Georgios A. Tsakiris, President Hellenic Chamber of Hotels

Official Tourism Message

Season 2017 will turn to be another successful year for the Greek tourism and economy.

According to national statistical data, over 30 million tourists visited Greece this year and enjoyed their holidays with us.

The Greek hotel accommodation is constantly improving. Forty-two percent of Greek hotel rooms are rated as 4- and 5-star accommodation. Visitors have access to a new variety of innovative and pioneering products.

All coastal and air transportations have become more effective and comfortable, as a result of the use of modernized means.

New destinations are emerging every year.

Greek tourism is blossoming, enriching and improving its services.

Greek cities and islands, high quality services, culture, shopping, business, gastronomy, yachting and sailing are waiting to be discovered. Greece, thanks to its weather is an ideal holiday destination throughout the year.

Despite the fact that Greece is worldwide known as an ideal summer destination, its mild and warm climate makes it an exceptional destination for all 365 days of the year.

Greece’s infrastructure is constantly undergoing renovation, thus remaining a safe and attractive tourist attraction. Greece can offer visitors the vacation they crave for by providing them with a large variety of activities.

Having considered all the above, I urge visitors to choose Greece for their holiday, during the entire year.