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The Tourism Geography of Malta, Greece and Cyprus. Learning Objectives:. Explain the special appeal of Greece and the Greek Islands Appreciate the cultural and economic ties that link Cyprus and Malta to other countries
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Learning Objectives: • Explain the special appeal of Greece and the Greek Islands • Appreciate the cultural and economic ties that link Cyprus and Malta to other countries • Describe the major physical features and climate of these countries and understand their importance for tourism • Appreciate the tradition of tourism in Greece and the more recent entry of Malta and Cyprus to the holiday market • Appreciate the role of shipping and air services in the development of tourism in Greece, Malta and Cyprus • Understand the nature of tourism demand to the region • Appreciate the administration of tourism in the region • Demonstrate a knowledge of the tourist regions, resorts, business centres and tourist attractions of Greece, Malta and Cyprus.
Demand Supply Accommodation Organisation Resources Valetta Tarxien Temple Mdina Gozo Malta
Greece: Introduction • Cultural importance • Birthplace of European civilisation • Greek and Roman civilisation • Religious influence • Scenic variety • Tourism economically important
Demand Domestic Outbound Inbound Supply Transport Air Ferry Rail Accommodation Small businesses Organisation Ministry of Tourism Greek National Tourism Organisation Greece
Greece: Resources • Mainland • Peloponnese • Athens • Halkidiki • Islands • Crete • Cyclades • Dodecanes • Rhodes • Ionian Islands • Corfu
Demand Inbound Outbound Supply Transport Accommodation Cyprus
Cyprus: Resources • Beaches • Paphos • Larnaca • Ayia Napa • Limassol • Nicosca/Larnaca • Akamas National Park • Troodos Mountains • Cultural Heritage