Sunday, 21 February 2010
Saturday, 6 February 2010
BLUE FLAGS IN GREECE.
| Beach name | Municipality | Region |
|---|---|---|
| 4o Km Alexandroupolis-Komotinis | ALEXANDROUPOLIS | Evros |
| Aboula Psarou | ALYKON | Zakynthos |
| Achladies | SKIATHOS | Magnisia |
| Adelianos Kampos A | ARKADIOU | Rethymno |
| Afantou 2 | AFANTOU | Dodekanisa |
| Ag. Panteleimonas | AG. NIKOLAOS | Lasithi |
| Ag. AnnaMaragas | NAXOS | Kyklades |
| Ag. Apostoloi 1 | NEA KYDONIA | Chania |
| Ag. Apostoloi 2 | NEA KYDONIA | Chania |
| Ag. Fotia | IERAPETRA | Lasithi |
| Ag.Galini/YsteroVarkotopi | Lampis | Rethymno |
| Ag. Georgios | KORISION | Corfu / Kerkyra |
| Ag. Georgios | NAXOS | Kyklades |
| Ag. Georgios 1 | CHERSONISOS | Irakleio |
| AG. GEORGIOS 2/PAN.RYZI | CHERSONISOS | Irakleio |
| Ag. Georgios 3 | CHERSONISOS | Irakleio |
| Ag. Gordios | ACHILLION | Corfu / Kerkyra |
| Ag. Ioannis Strogylis | MELITIEON | Corfu / Kerkyra |
| Ag. Isidoros | ANTIKYRA | Voiotia |
| Ag. Isidoros | PLOMARI | Lesvos |
| Ag. Marina | NEA KYDONIA | Chania |
| Ag. Mathaios | MELITIEON | Corfu / Kerkyra |
| Ag. Nikolaos 1 | AG. NIKOLAOS | Lasithi |
| Ag. Nikolaos 2 | AG. NIKOLAOS |
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COMMUNITY TOURISM
What is Community Tourism?
Tourism that benefits local people
Community tourism (sometimes called community-based tourism) is a form of tourism which aims to include and benefit local communities, particularly indigenous peoples and villagers in the rural South (ie 'developing world'). For instance, villagers might host tourists in their village, managing the scheme communally and sharing the profits. There are many types of community tourism project, including many in which the 'community' works with a commercial tour operator, but all community tourism projects should give local people a fair share of the benefits/profits and a say in deciding how incoming tourism is managed.
Tourism that benefits tourists
These tours open up a world of adventure and opportunity. Visit the Amazon… trek through the Andes or the Sinai… experience the magic of the central Australian desert… Good community-based tours take you beyond mainstream tourism. You'll meet people from different countries and learn far more about them and their culture than on conventional tours. You'll feel better knowing that your visit is genuinely helping your hosts. And if you want to simply lie on a beach.... well, there are tours here that feature some of the best beaches on the planet.
You'll find a more detailed discussion of community tourism in Tourism Concern's book, The Ethical Travel Guide, as well as more complete descriptions of the tours in the directory. Click here to buy the book!
You'll find a more detailed discussion of community tourism in Tourism Concern's book, The Ethical Travel Guide, as well as more complete descriptions of the tours in the directory. Click here to buy the book!
Community tourism should...
1. Be run with the involvement and consent of local communities.
(Local people should participate in planning and managing the tour.)
2. Give a fair share of profits back to the local community.
(Ideally this will include community projects (health, schools, etc).)
3. Involve communities rather than individuals.
(Working with individuals can disrupt social structures.)
4. Be environmentally sustainable
(Local people must be involved if conservation projects are to succeed.)
5. Respect traditional culture and social structures.
6. Have mechanisms to help communities cope with the impact of western tourists.
7. Keep groups small to minimise cultural / environmental impact.
8. Brief tourists before the trip on appropriate behaviour.
9. Not make local people perform inappropriate ceremonies, etc.
10. Leave communities alone if they don't want tourism.
(People should have the right to say 'no' to tourism.)
(Local people should participate in planning and managing the tour.)
2. Give a fair share of profits back to the local community.
(Ideally this will include community projects (health, schools, etc).)
3. Involve communities rather than individuals.
(Working with individuals can disrupt social structures.)
4. Be environmentally sustainable
(Local people must be involved if conservation projects are to succeed.)
5. Respect traditional culture and social structures.
6. Have mechanisms to help communities cope with the impact of western tourists.
7. Keep groups small to minimise cultural / environmental impact.
8. Brief tourists before the trip on appropriate behaviour.
9. Not make local people perform inappropriate ceremonies, etc.
10. Leave communities alone if they don't want tourism.
(People should have the right to say 'no' to tourism.)
AUTHENTICITY AND UNIQUENESS
Long term and myopic planning strategies
Julian Zarb
As the saying goes: “a week is a long time in politics.” Perhaps this needs to be applied in some quarters of our political structures here on these islands. Last Sunday we heard about the irreversible (at least that is what the emphatic statement sounded like) question of privatisation of the National Airline, immediately after that we had an equally emphatic reply from the Government Ministry responsible for the transportation – there is no privatization. The real question is – can we predict what will happen five or ten years or more into the future and state with great surety what the national policy could be? Or are we being a little too premature in this respect?
Today’s fast moving economic activity requires a very specific, though sometimes generic and ideal, long term plan and objectives but it also means that we need to be ready to take appropriate action when the moment requires this. Take the situation in 2009 – could anybody have predicted the disastrous impact the economic downturn would have on the global stage? Could anyone have thought that the ripple effect would have such impact on the tourism industry? Up to a few years ago, the UNWTO had predicted a global increase in travel and tourism of 10 per cent - today...well...everyone is being a little more cautious in their statements, even those that are very short term.
What we should be doing for sure, is building on a sustainable tourism infrastructure that will enhance our product offering and emphasize the importance of providing a genuine experience based on authenticity and uniqueness. Government and Parliament set the policy and national strategy based on the needs of the stakeholder and the public quality of life; the aspect of offering a genuine tourism product is dependant on the stakeholder initiative and the local resident response to the visitor participation in local culture, traditions and lifestyles that need to be preserved, not as some side show or theatrical experience but as part of that genuine experience which provides an authentic intercultural exchange. Medium and long term Policy and Strategy plans should provide the guidelines to these unique experiences.
Over the past few years we have experienced a number of government initiatives which have built up this concept of medium to long term planning; admittedly, sometimes these work, other times they do not and at othe
Today’s fast moving economic activity requires a very specific, though sometimes generic and ideal, long term plan and objectives but it also means that we need to be ready to take appropriate action when the moment requires this. Take the situation in 2009 – could anybody have predicted the disastrous impact the economic downturn would have on the global stage? Could anyone have thought that the ripple effect would have such impact on the tourism industry? Up to a few years ago, the UNWTO had predicted a global increase in travel and tourism of 10 per cent - today...well...everyone is being a little more cautious in their statements, even those that are very short term.
What we should be doing for sure, is building on a sustainable tourism infrastructure that will enhance our product offering and emphasize the importance of providing a genuine experience based on authenticity and uniqueness. Government and Parliament set the policy and national strategy based on the needs of the stakeholder and the public quality of life; the aspect of offering a genuine tourism product is dependant on the stakeholder initiative and the local resident response to the visitor participation in local culture, traditions and lifestyles that need to be preserved, not as some side show or theatrical experience but as part of that genuine experience which provides an authentic intercultural exchange. Medium and long term Policy and Strategy plans should provide the guidelines to these unique experiences.
Over the past few years we have experienced a number of government initiatives which have built up this concept of medium to long term planning; admittedly, sometimes these work, other times they do not and at othe
Friday, 5 February 2010
MOUNT ATHOS - WATCH WHAT WE FOUND ON FLICKR
Mount Athos (Greek: Όρος Άθως) is a mountain on the peninsula of the same name in Macedonia, of northern Greece, called in Greek Άγιον Όρος (Agion Oros, transliterated often as Hagion Oros), or in English, "Holy Mountain". In Classical times, the peninsula was called Ακτή (Acte or Akte). Politically it is known in Greece as the Autonomous Monastic State of the Holy Mountain. This World Heritage Site is home to 20 Eastern Orthodox monasteries and forms a self-governed monastic state within the sovereignty of the Hellenic Republic. Spiritually, Mount Athos comes under the direct jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.
The peninsula, the easternmost "leg" of the larger Chalcidice peninsula, protrudes into the Aegean Sea for some 60 kilometres (37 mi) at a width between 7 to 12 km and covers an area of 335.637 square kilometres (129.59 sq mi), with the actual Mount Athos and its steep, densely forested slopes reaching up to 2,033 metres (6,670 ft). The seas around the end of the peninsula can be dangerous.
Though land-linked, it is accessible only by boat. The number of visitors is restricted and all are required to get a special entrance permit before entering Mount Athos. Only males are allowed entrance into Mount Athos, which is called "Garden of the Virgin" by monks, and Orthodox Christians take precedence in the permit issuance procedure. Only males over the age of 18 who are members of the Eastern Orthodox Church are allowed to live on Athos. There are religious guards, who are not monks, that assist the monks, and any other people not monks are required to live in the peninsula's capital, Karyes. The 2001 Greek national census counted a population of 2,262 inhabitants.
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Athos
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TAKE YOUR VALENTINE TO GREECE!
To celebrate the Taste of Greece and on the occasion of Valentine’s Day, the Greek National Tourism Organisation is bringing cocktail master Aristotelis Papadopoulos to serve his award winning “Discernment Blue” cocktail (with Greek Saffron and Johnnie Walker Blue Label, combining tradition with modern distillery) and other new inventions like the Baklava Martini and Tzatziki Martini.
Join the party on Friday 12th of February at 18:00 hours, at the cool Traffic Bar (Victoria House 1 Vernon Place, London, WC1A 2EP) in High Holborn.
Traffic bar has been carefully crafted by an international architect and interior designer with bespoke lighting, intriguing artwork and super comfy seating. Located on the ground floor of the landmark Victoria House, opposite the famous Sicilian Avenue in the heart of Holborn, it really is fast becoming a new discerning choice for the West End.
Come and join the fun, on the 12th of February and watch Aristotelis, world’s best “mixologist”, work his magic, enter our competition and have a chance to win a romantic holiday to Greece travelling with Aegean Airlines and relaxing at the 5* Aldemar Hotels.
For information about more “Taste of Greece” bars & restaurants visit: www.tasteofgreece.co.uk
Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/TASTE_OF_GREECE
Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Greek-National-Tourism-Organisation-UK-Ireland/98423917079
This year take your Valentine to Greece!
Join the party on Friday 12th of February at 18:00 hours, at the cool Traffic Bar (Victoria House 1 Vernon Place, London, WC1A 2EP) in High Holborn.
Traffic bar has been carefully crafted by an international architect and interior designer with bespoke lighting, intriguing artwork and super comfy seating. Located on the ground floor of the landmark Victoria House, opposite the famous Sicilian Avenue in the heart of Holborn, it really is fast becoming a new discerning choice for the West End.
Come and join the fun, on the 12th of February and watch Aristotelis, world’s best “mixologist”, work his magic, enter our competition and have a chance to win a romantic holiday to Greece travelling with Aegean Airlines and relaxing at the 5* Aldemar Hotels.
For information about more “Taste of Greece” bars & restaurants visit: www.tasteofgreece.co.uk
Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/TASTE_OF_GREECE
Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Greek-National-Tourism-Organisation-UK-Ireland/98423917079
This year take your Valentine to Greece!
Thursday, 4 February 2010
ORGANIC MARKETS
Organic farmers’ markets have a twelve-year tradition in Greece. Today their number has increased and totals 22 in the entire country. Organic growers can sell there their certified produce. Organic certification is regulated by the relevant law in force.
At these markets, consumers can purchase fresh and manufactured organic products (fruit and vegetables, edible olives, olive oil, wine, etc). They also have the chance to get information about farmers’ organic estates which they can actually visit so as to be better acquainted with rural lifestyle.
These markets serve as a bridge between the urban centres and the countryside. Town inhabitants and visitors learn about organic growing methods by coming into contact with farmers. Moreover, these markets foster ecological awareness and promote the important role of rural societies as a whole.
For further information, you can contact the:
ATTICA ASSOCIATION OF ORGANIC FARMERS’ MARKETS
3, Sakellaridis St., Athens, postcode: 11253
Tel.: 6937287899
Fax: 2108614659
Email: sybilaat@otenet.gr
3, Sakellaridis St., Athens, postcode: 11253
Tel.: 6937287899
Fax: 2108614659
Email: sybilaat@otenet.gr
GREEK FETA CHEESE - A GUIDE
Feta is a brined curd cheese traditionally made in Greece with ewe’s and goat’s milk. On October 14, 2002 it was officially decided that feta cheese is a Greek product, which can be produced only in certain parts of Greece with strictly specified regulations. Its production is a limited to the Greek areas of Macedonia, Thrace, Epiros, Sterea Hellas, Peloponese, and the island of Lesvos. These areas have a history of herding cultures, which is why feta production originated in these regions. The production of feta is allowed in only mountainous regions, where fertilizers are not used. This preserves its organic maintenance.
A VISIT TO MONEMVASIA - GREEK HISTORY AND CULTURE!
Monemvasia (Μονεμβάσια) is located in the southeastern Peloponnese in the prefecture of Laconia, 400 meters from land having been separated from the mainland by an earthquake in 375 A.D. Its name derives from two Greek words, mone and emvassi, meaning "single entrance". It was called Malmsey by old English writers, Napoli de Malvasia by the Venetians and Malvoisie by the French.
It was founded by the Byzantines in the sixth century and shortly after it became an important port. It remained in Byzantine possession for almost seven hundred years until it was captured by the Franks in 1249 after a three year siege. However, it returned to Byzantine hands ten years later and became the chief port of the Despotate of Mystra.
In the War of Independence, Monemvasia was the first of the major Turkish fortresses to fall after a four month siege in July 1821. On August 1st 1821, overcome by misery and illness the Turks agreed to surrender to Demetrios Ypsilantis.
During World War II the New Zealand 6 Brigade numbering several thousand men was successfully evacuated on April 28th 1941 mainly from the causeway and the two piers. Soon after the Germans entered Monemvasia, which was not used as a defensive position but rather as a place for wounded soldiers to recover.
It was founded by the Byzantines in the sixth century and shortly after it became an important port. It remained in Byzantine possession for almost seven hundred years until it was captured by the Franks in 1249 after a three year siege. However, it returned to Byzantine hands ten years later and became the chief port of the Despotate of Mystra.
When the rest of the region was captured by the Turks in 1460, Monemvasia remained unharmed by placing itself under the control of the papacy (1460-1464) and later under the Venetians (1464-1540). In 1540 the Turks gained control of Monemvasia after the Venetians abandoned their garrison. Although Monemvasia experienced decline under Turkish control, it underwent a revival when it returned to Venetian hands between 1690 and 1715.
In the War of Independence, Monemvasia was the first of the major Turkish fortresses to fall after a four month siege in July 1821. On August 1st 1821, overcome by misery and illness the Turks agreed to surrender to Demetrios Ypsilantis.
During World War II the New Zealand 6 Brigade numbering several thousand men was successfully evacuated on April 28th 1941 mainly from the causeway and the two piers. Soon after the Germans entered Monemvasia, which was not used as a defensive position but rather as a place for wounded soldiers to recover.
Today a causeway links the mainland town of Yefira/New Monemvasia to Monemvasia or Kastro (castle). The Kastro is divided into a lower and an upper town. Many ruins of the original 800 houses and only four out of the original forty churches can be found in the lower town. Among them is the Church of the Elkomenos Christ (Christ Dragged), which is named after a famous icon of Christ given in 1700 to the church by Andreas Likinios, philosopher and chief physician to the ruler of Moldavia, Dimitirs Kandimir. The oldest church is St. Paul’s, which was built in 956, and today houses the museum. Further on, towards the eastern edge of the lower town and closer to the sea is the whitewashed Our Lady of Hrisafittisa, which was built in the sixteenth century.
High above, castle walls protect the upper town on the summit. There one can see the remains of Byzantine houses and public buildings and a vast cistern that ensured a water supply at times of siege. A fortified zigzag path from the upper town leads to the Fortress of Goulas on the summit overlooking the town. It is entered by a tunnel that still retains its ironbound gates. Among the ruins of houses and cisterns of the acropolis of the upper town stands St. Sophia, a Byzantine church founded by Andronikos II Paleologos on a plan similar to that of Daphni in Athens.
KIMOLOS LOCAL PRODUCTS!
Kimolos' is a challenge for all visitors. There are delicacies prepared in a unique way only from pure ingredients. Taste the kolokythenia (pumpkin pie), ladenia (oil pie) and the exquisite local snack from tomato paste. Greek salad with "xyno" a fresh soft cheese with sour taste) and the local caper. Don't forget to taste the island's dry wine, the honey, the prickly pears and a great white cheese called manouri.
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SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
local culture through evening entertainment and culture & heritage through daytime excursions, represent key areas to promote to maximise sustainability of future holidays – these areas are still very important to the holidaymaker.
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
There is no disguising the fact that non-sustainable elements are of the greatest priority to holidaymakers, namely air conditioning, pool type and dining options, regardless of the type of consumer.
OUR FOCUS!
Local music & dance as entertainment
Excursions to local attractions
Food and drink of the region
Available Hotel is local family owned & managed
Excursions to local attractions
Food and drink of the region
Available Hotel is local family owned & managed
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
The UK holiday industry is evolving…
Traditional package holiday market has seen a
decline in recent years, now competing with the rise
of independent travel.
Rise of sustainable tourism has been estimated to now
account for approximately 20% of all international travel (World Tourism
Organization, 1998)
Consumer expectations of a holiday are becoming more
demanding…
they want more unique experiences,
experiences that don’t just benefit themselves…
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Traditional package holiday market has seen a
decline in recent years, now competing with the rise
of independent travel.
Rise of sustainable tourism has been estimated to now
account for approximately 20% of all international travel (World Tourism
Organization, 1998)
Consumer expectations of a holiday are becoming more
demanding…
they want more unique experiences,
experiences that don’t just benefit themselves…
READ MORE
Poll: Air Travel has a large impact on the climate system. Which of the following actions are you willing to take?
Poll: Air Travel has a large impact on the climate system. Which of the following actions are you willing to take?
Air Travel has a large impact on the climate system. Which of the following actions are you willing to take?
Wednesday, 3 February 2010
Mount Parnon
Mammals
1About 12 mammal species live in Mt Parnon. The localwild mammals are mainly nocturnal, small or medium in size and often pass unnoticed. There are beech martens (Martes foina), European common weasels (Mustela nivalis), foxes (Vulpes vulpes hellenica), hares (Lepus europaeus), bats, various rodents, jackals (Canis aureus) being under threat of extinction, as well as mischievous badgers (Meles Meles) which have made their burrows on Mt Parnon and trouble farmers with their presence.
Birds, bird fauna
Mt Parnon is home to an impressive variety of species and subspecies. There are 217 different bird species;some of them just make a stop to rest at Mt Parnon, some others are migratory and come here only in summer or winter, and others live on this mountain permanently. 53 out of 217 species are protected or under threat of extinction. Although passeriformes mainly live in forests, various bird species grow in semimountainous woodlands, namely at an altitude of about 600-800 m. Despite the fact that several villages are located at such regions, running waters, good climatic conditions and fields with vegetables or fruit-bearing trees form the ideal environment for the development of those species. Hilly regions, from sea level till an altitude of about 600 m, are poorer in bird fauna. But in comparison with the rest of Greece, the number of local species is high.
Passeriformes: Most bird fauna species living in Mt Parnon belong to this class which includes birds, such as swallows, sparrows, hooded crows (Corvus corone Cornix), song thrushes (Turdus philomelos), common blackbirds (Turdus merula), coal tits (Parus alter), nuthatches (Sittidae Europae) etc. They mainly prefer the coniferous zones of the forests of Mt Parnon where climate is comparatively milder than in the corresponding zones of the rest of Greece. It is amazing that these birds do not only live in mountain regions but they also choose the entire mountain
Water fowls and aquatic birds: they mainly gather at the wetland of Moustos and at the smaller neighbouring wetlands, where they find food and good climatic conditions. They take a rest here before continuing their long travel. Moreover, there are some species nestling in the wetlands. The wetlands of Mt Parnon offer water fowls and aquatic birds a wide range of habitats, such as riparian lakes, canals, salt marshes, reed brakes and mudflats.
Reptiles and amphibians
Over 26 reptile and amphibian species have been recorded on Mt Parnon. Two of them are indigenous to Peloponnese and two others are endemic to Greece. Generally speaking, Mt Parnon is home to two of the three land tortoise species which are indigenous to Greece. There are also lizards and 7 snake species, including Balkans snakes (Coluber gemonensis), adders (Vipera ammodytes), leopard snakes (Elaphe situla), dice snakes (Natrix Tesselata), smooth snakes (Coronella austriaca), four-lined snakes (Elaphe quatorlineata) and the species Malpolon monspessulanus.
Frogs: You can see the biggest Greek toad that is the common toad (Bufo bufo), the European green Toad (Bufo viridis) which is like a camouflage uniform, the common tree frog (Hyla arborea), the marsh frog (Rana ridibunda), the brown frog Rana graeca living in mountain streams and the agile brown frog or Rana dalmatina which prefers wet zones and impresses with its big jumps.
Insects and other invertebrate species
Only 21 species have been recorded in Mt Parnon. The study of these species is extremely difficult and time-consuming, since most of these organisms are difficult to detect and collect. Some of these species are: Zerynthia Polyxena growing at the bush areas of lower altitudes, Pieris Ergane, Pieris Krueperi, armadillidium kalamatense, armadillidium tripolitzense, Platycleis parnon, Poecilimon tesselatus, Anthocharis gruneri, Euphorbia etc.
...Greece is the Land of History, the cradle of European civilization...Boasting a history stretching back almost 4,000 years, Greece is the Land of History, the cradle of European civilization. It is the country that produced giants in philosophy such as Socrates and Plato, leaders such as Pericles, Aristides and Themistocles, victorious army commanders such as King Philip of Macedonia and his son Alexander the Great. It is the land where the Cycladic, the Mycenean, the Minoan, the Spartan, the Macedonian, the Athenian and Corinthian civilizations thrived. This is the homeland of the legendary gods and goddesses, the prestigious Parthenon in Athens, the oracle of Delphi, where kings and notables from all over the ancient world came to consult Pythia's oracles and the Ancient Olympia where the first Olympic Games were held. With the complete predominance of Christianity, the Greeks became conscious of their national identity and laid the foundations of the later powerful Byzantine Empire. Byzantine civilization is considered to be a continuation of ancient Greek civilization with many Roman and Eastern influences. With its wealth of ancient monuments, fascinating museums and spectacular archaeological sites, such as Dion and Pella, Greece offers a unique opportunity for a historical adventure through the centuries, a chance to mentally relive myth, history and culture from classical times to our day. Numerous travel agencies organize splendid tours with archaeological interest, lectures by notable scholars, visits to excavation sites or meetings with local residents for participation in joint cultural events. |
Agrotourism is emerging at the right moment to cover the need of tired city-dwellers...
Agrotourism is emerging at the right moment to cover the need of tired city-dwellers...
Agrotourism started with the sole aim to improve the life of farmers especially in mountainous regions and in areas with a developing economy. Incentives provided with agrotourism have been successful in keeping the residents of such regions at home, therefore preventing depopulation of the countryside and at the same time the architectural heritage is preserved through the renovation of buildings, the regional cultural heritage is promoted, while the income of farmers is supplemented and improved.
Agrotourism is emerging at the right moment to cover the need of tired city-dwellers for a closer contact with nature, as well as with things and experiences long-forgotten, such as bread baking and traditional pastry-making, loom weaving, horse-back riding, a stroll in the forest, life at a tranquil pace.
It brings growth to local communities, assisting their economies to flourish and prosper, it facilitates the production of traditional products that would otherwise possibly vanish, mainly traditional products such as fruit preserves and jams, embroidery, the cultivation of aromatic herbs and pasta. It assists in the preservation of crafts that would otherwise perish with the last artisan, preserves human memory through the revival of customs and traditional festivities, offers a communication channel between regions isolated from the large population centres and provides life-long opportunities to local youth.
In Greece, a growing number of people are occupied with agrotourist activities; the number of traditional lodgings is continuously increasing and the country is rapidly becoming a top year-round agrotourism destination. Numerous villages throughout the country offer guesthouses built in the traditional style with comfortable, though simple accommodations; others boast a "holistic retreat" style of accommodation complete with organic gardens, bird sanctuaries and traditional "tavernas" serving their own home-grown produce.
The Greek government highly supports all agro-tourism programs applied in various areas throughout the country, including financial support for investment in agro-tourism and agro-handicraft activities.
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