Greece: Hits Record €21.7 Billion in Tourism Revenue for 2024
Greece welcomed over 40M tourists in 2024, generating €21.7B in revenue. Tourism now contributes 13% to GDP amid rising global interest and overtourism concerns.
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Greece welcomed over 40M tourists in 2024, generating €21.7B in revenue. Tourism now contributes 13% to GDP amid rising global interest and overtourism concerns.
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