2011 is bound to be better than 2010

After a very problematic 2010, the greekhoteliers, are forecasting a better 2011. “Greece is now a competitive destination in relation to Turkey and other European destinations,” says Giorgos Tsakiris, president of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels. “Barring events that could turn people away, next year is bound to be better than 2010.”

Greek hotels managed to keep the number of visitors up during a very hard year, with great reductions in room prices. But that will not be enough for 2011. Hoteliers are asking a reduction in VAT for  tourism services, as it is shown that for 1 percent decline in the price, a 3 percent increase is expected in the number of visitors. More visitors ultimately mean more money for the central government as well, even with a lower vat income.

 

 

4th Greek Luxury tourism and Property Road Show in Moscow

The 4th Greek Luxury tourism and Property Road Show takes place in moscow, 13 March 2010. Visitors will have the option to book a private meeting with a consultant and get information about luxury tourism in greece. Greece expects many arrivals from russia each year, as a matter of fact the russian language has become the second most used language in greek tourism industry after the english.