Greece’s travel and tourism industry recorded a 6.9% growth in 2018, according to the results of a study by the World Travel and Tourism Council, WTTC.
Tourism had a 20.6% contribution to Greece’s GDP last year, compared to a level of only 10.4% globally, according to WTTC data. This means that one in every 5 EUR spent last year in Greece came from the travel and tourism industry, whose turnover amounted to 37.5 billion EUR.
According to data recently published by the Central Bank of Greece, the number of visitors increased by 10.8%, reaching 30.1 million.
Source: Profit
Frequently Asked Questions
What was tourism’s contribution to Greece’s GDP in 2018?
Tourism accounted for 20.6% of Greece’s GDP in 2018, significantly higher than the global average of 10.4%.
How much did the Greek tourism industry grow in 2018?
The industry saw a growth of 6.9% in 2018, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).
How many visitors did Greece receive in 2018?
Greece welcomed 30.1 million visitors in 2018, representing a 10.8% increase compared to the previous year.