In the 2020 Blue Flag beach list, Greece ranked second in the world with "497 beaches, 14 yacht marinas, and 6 eco-tourism projects."
What is a Blue Flag beach?
The Blue Flag beach program is initiated by the world’s largest environmental education organization, the Foundation for Environmental Education, to assess beaches, marinas, and eco-tourism projects worldwide. Beaches awarded the Blue Flag must meet 27 criteria across four areas: water quality, environmental information and education, environmental management, safety, and services. Currently, there are 4,573 Blue Flags worldwide, distributed across 47 countries.
The Significance of Blue Flag Beaches for Greece
As a "model student in epidemic prevention in Europe," Greece is gradually emerging from the pandemic. According to the Greek government’s "Restart Tourism" plan, international flights to Greece will resume on June 15, but only for 19 countries (including China) that have successfully controlled the number of infections, and only to Athens. If the first phase of reopening goes smoothly, this service will expand to all airports in Greece by July 1.
Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis stated that the news of Blue Flag beaches holds special significance for Greece’s tourism industry. This recognition not only acknowledges Greece’s tourism sector but also symbolizes Greece’s desire to return to normalcy.
The Greek National Tourism Organization believes that with the recognition of Blue Flag beaches, Greece will provide a more exciting travel experience for all citizens and international tourists in 2020.
Moreover, the development of Greece’s tourism industry has contributed to the rise in property prices in Greece! Data shows that in 2019, property prices in Greece increased by 7.2% year-on-year, while in 2018, they grew by 1.8% compared to 2017. As Greece gradually "unlocks," coupled with the benefits of the "Greek Golden Visa," a large number of investors may flock to Greece.
It is worth noting that according to the new immigration law No. 4686/2020 published in the Greek government gazette, the Greek government will adjust the investment threshold for the Golden Residence Permit. Different investment thresholds will be set based on the property purchase locations, encouraging investors to invest in other cities in Greece. This means that the €250,000 application for the Greek Golden Visa may become a thing of the past.
Therefore, those looking to immigrate to Greece through property purchase should act quickly! Currently, investing in property starting from €250,000 allows one person to secure immigration for three generations, granting access to 26 Schengen countries, with opportunities for tourism, vacation, and property rental and sales. May is a favorable period for property purchase immigration in Greece, presenting a rare opportunity with significant benefits upon purchase.
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