GREEK TOURISM: BEFORE AND AFTER THE PANDEMIC
The article presents data on the state of tourism in Greece before and after the coronavirus pandemic. It is noted that the tourism industry is the basis for the country’s economy, producing up to 30% of GDP. From 2014 to 2020, Greece has seen a steady increase in domestic and inbound tourism. The coronavirus pandemic has caused significant damage to both the Greek tourism industry and the country’s economy as a whole. At the same time, thanks to the measures taken, it was possible to avoid a significant spread of the infection and minimize losses in the healthcare sector. Greece is flexible enough and thoughtfully approached the issue of lifting the restrictions associated with the pandemic. The country has developed and is implementing a detailed plan for overcoming the crisis of the national economy and its tourism sector.