Tourism & Travel

Greece is a leading global tourism destination, the number of tourism visits over the last decade has shown a steady increase. With more than 16,000 kilometers of coastline, more than 6,000 islands and islets, and a well-established tourism industry, Greece presents a prime investment opportunity in the Tourism sector.

From 30 million international visitors in 2017, more than 33 million people visited Greece in 2018, and it is expected that in 2019 this number will reach 35 million, almost three times the country’s population.

With significant advantages, such as rich cultural heritage, natural beauty and geographical variety, Greece presents a prime investment opportunity in the tourism sector. The increasing number of tourists and the evolving profile of today’s traveller demand new ideas and infrastructure projects. In Greece, investors will find a wide spectrum of opportunities, a friendly environment, and some of the most beautiful locations in the world.

Although the country’s tourism infrastructure is well developed, Greece is committed to establishing itself as a 365-day destination. Its Mediterranean climate is ideal for activities such as year round golf and trekking and it is estimated that one million Europeans would consider Greece as a second home destination.

The targeted sectors for expansion include the development of integrated resorts and residential real estate, golf courses and sports tourism, wellness and health tourism, upgraded and new marinas, conference centers, agrotourism products, religious tourism, thermal spas and thalassotherapy centers, culinary tourism, and a wide range of thematic offerings related to Greece’s rich cultural and historical heritage.