The discussion surrounding the future of Greek tourism, as seen in Kathimerini and at a recent conference, indicates a newfound maturity in the industry. Stakeholders recognize the pitfalls of unchecked growth and understand the importance of implementing regulations. It is evident that local communities and the government are on board with the idea of setting boundaries to ensure sustainable development.

The groundwork has been laid for finding a balance that allows for continued growth while avoiding the negative impacts of overtourism on certain destinations. The key now is to maintain this momentum and keep a watchful eye on the industry’s expansion to prevent over-concentration in specific areas for short periods.