Greek Tourism Minister presents updates on cruises and short-term rentals to SETE

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Greek Tourism Minister presents updates on cruises and short-term rentals to SETEKefalogianni stressed the importance of the Special Spatial Framework for Tourism, describing it as a crucial tool for tourism development

Greek Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni discussed the progress of the Ministry’s initiatives and highlighted measures for the cruise industry and short-term rentals during the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), ANA reports.

Kefalogianni stressed the importance of the Special Spatial Framework for Tourism, describing it as a crucial tool for tourism development. 

Concerning the cruise sector, she noted that there is close collaboration with the Ministry of National Economy and Finance and the Ministry of Maritime Affairs to ensure effective management. Key strategic areas include:

Μonitoring ship docking and tourist flows to destinations, especially smaller islands. 
Attracting high-income cruise passengers. 
Enhancing port infrastructure with a focus on safety and green transition. 
Moving towards green cruising to minimize environmental impact.
Fostering the development of home porting.
On short-term rentals, the Ministry of Tourism has submitted revised proposals to the Government Presidency for updating the relevant legislative framework. The goal is to align with the strategy for sustainable tourism development, ensuring moderation and balance.

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