Santorini tourism warning as pretty Greek island poised to follow in Venice's footsteps

Santorini has been particularly overwhelmed with tourists this summer (Image: Getty) Santorini , the iconic Greek island celebrated for its stunning sunsets and volcanic landscapes, has decided to actively tackle its overtourism issue, according to officials. The influx of cruise ships docking at Santorini has exacerbated the mass tourism problem in recent years , leading to severe overcrowding. In July, a social media post from a local councillor went viral, urging residents to stay indoors to accommodate the 17,000 cruise ship passengers expected that day.

The post was later deleted, but not before sparking widespread outrage among locals and rekindling the debate on overtourism, both within Greece and internationally. In response to the mounting pressure and negative publicity, the Greek government has hinted at implementing new measures to address overtourism across the country. Santorini’s local government has already begun taking steps to manage the overwhelming tourist numbers.

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