The President of the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE), Andreas Andreadis, estimates a record number of 25 million visitors for this year, as well as additional revenues amounting to €800 million.
Andreadis estimated that approximately 900,000 Russian tourists will visit Greece, accounting for half of the additional revenue.
The tourism industry has been one of the few sectors of the Greek economy that continued to grow during the crisis, with the number of visitors reaching a record 23.6 million last year.
According to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the tourism sector accounts for 18.5% of Greece’s GDP, nearly double the European average.
Source: Profit
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tourists are estimated to visit Greece in 2016?
A record number of 25 million visitors is estimated for the year.
What is tourism’s contribution to Greece’s GDP?
The tourism sector accounts for 18.5% of Greece’s GDP, according to the WTTC, which is nearly double the European average.
How many Russian tourists are expected in Greece?
Approximately 900,000 Russian tourists are expected, contributing to half of the additional revenue.