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Expert: Crete's Tourism Model Must Prioritize Quality

Tuesday, 23 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Tourism expert Dimitris Buhalis recently appeared on Cretan radio station Cretaone 102.3 to discuss the state of tourism on the island. Buhalis, a leading academic in tourism management, spoke about the strengths of Cretan hospitality alongside persistent mistakes the industry continues to make. He addressed key questions about how Crete should develop its tourism model going forward, balancing visitor numbers with quality of experience. His central message was that Crete offers something beyond typical holiday destinations: an authentic culture, landscape, and way of life that cannot be captured in descriptions alone. For visitors, this reinforces that exploring beyond the main resort areas and engaging with local communities tends to produce the most rewarding experiences. Crete rewards those who take time to discover its villages, food traditions, and natural scenery firsthand.

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