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Greece to Impose €20 Fee on Cruise Passengers to Mykonos and Santorini to Combat Overtourism

Sep 8, 2024, 02:30 PM

Greece is set to implement measures to combat overtourism, particularly on the popular islands of Mykonos and Santorini. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a €20 fee for cruise ship passengers visiting these islands during the peak summer season. These actions, including taxing cruise ship arrivals, are part of a broader effort to manage the influx of tourists and protect the local environment and economy.