The number of foreign visitors to Greece in the January-April period of 2024 increased by approximately 10%. According to data compiled by Turizmdatabank from SETE (Greek Tourism Confederation), the number of foreign visitors to Greece during this period almost reached 5 million.
2024 Foreign Visitor Numbers
In the first four months of 2024, the number of foreign visitors to Greece increased by around 10%, rising from 4.39 million to 4.81 million.
Significant Increase in Land Entries
The most significant increase in land entries was recorded from Turkey, with a 50% rise. The number of visitors from Turkey approached 316,800. Bulgaria also saw a notable increase of 10.6%, with visitor numbers exceeding 532,300.
Key Points:
Total Visitors: The number of foreign visitors to Greece in January-April 2024 increased to 4.81 million.
Turkey: Land entries from Turkey saw a 50% increase, reaching approximately 316,800 visitors.
Bulgaria: Visitors from Bulgaria increased by 10.6%, surpassing 532,300.
Overview
The 10% increase in foreign visitors to Greece during the first four months of 2024 highlights the country's continuing appeal as a top tourist destination. The significant rise in visitors from Turkey and Bulgaria demonstrates Greece's strong regional connections and its attractiveness to neighboring countries.
The steady growth in foreign visitors, particularly significant increases in land entries from Turkey and Bulgaria, underscores Greece's robust tourism sector. This positive trend is expected to contribute to the country's economic growth and solidify its status as a premier destination in the Mediterranean.