Saturday, August 17, 2024 Amid growing concerns about the impact of a significant drop in bookings, a top official in Cyprus’ tourism sector has reassured British tourists that the industry remains robust. Earlier this year, approximately 30,000 holiday bookings to Cyprus were canceled, resulting in an estimated loss of £30 million. However, Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis, addressed these concerns in a statement to the Express, asserting that despite these challenges, the tourism industry in Cyprus is experiencing remarkable growth in both visitor numbers and revenue.
Koumis acknowledged that 2023 has been a challenging year for the global tourism industry, citing economic difficulties in many European countries and a reduction in purchasing power for millions of households worldwide. These factors, along with other challenges, have led to concerns among stakeholders about the performance of the sector. Nonetheless, Koumis emphasized that Cyprus’ tourism industry remains strong and has demonstrated resilience in the face of these difficulties.
Clarifying Misconceptions and Resilience of Cyprus Tourism In his statement, Koumis also addressed reports suggesting that the bankruptcy of Germany’s third-largest tour operator had exacerbated the situation in Cyprus. He clarified that while the bankruptcy was an unfortunate development for the global tourism industry, its impact on Cyprus was minimal. According to Koumis, the tour operator in question held a relativ.