Saturday, August 3, 2024 Greece, nestled at the southern tip of the Balkan Peninsula, is a hub of activity for outbound travel, significantly bolstered by its extensive and diverse transportation infrastructure. The nation’s geographical setting, with its rugged terrain, has historically posed challenges to internal mobility. However, its extensive coastlines and strategic maritime and air connections facilitate broad international access.
With visa-free entry to 188 countries as of August 2024, including Canada, Mexico, South Africa, USA, Schengen, and Gulf nations, Greece is surging in the tourism industry, further enhancing its appeal as a prime travel destination. TTW Editor in Chief Mr. Anup Kumar Keshan says: “With visa-free entry to 188 countries as of August 2024, including Canada, Mexico, South Africa, USA, Schengen, and Gulf nations, Greece is surging in the outbound travel sector.
This accessibility enhances Greece’s appeal as a prime base for international travel, facilitating a significant increase in the number of Greek residents exploring global destinations.” Tourism and Outbound Travel In 2023, Greece witnessed a notable 26% increase in outbound travel, with Greek residents making 4.5 million trips abroad, accounting for nearly US$2.
6 billion in international tourism expenditures. Italy was the primary beneficiary, receiving about 273 million euros from Greek tourists, reflecting a growth that exceeded both previous year’s figures and pre-pandemic l.