Tourism and Water Shortages on the Greek Islands: A Delicate Balance

Published On Sep 23, 2024, 5:02 AM

The article discusses the severe water shortages affecting Greece's tourism-dependent islands, particularly Sifnos, which faced drastic cuts in water supply due to prolonged heat waves and minimal rainfall. Tourists and residents sometimes find themselves competing for limited water resources, leading to logistical challenges for the tourism sector and financial losses for property owners when accommodations run dry. With visitor numbers increasing, the issue of water availability is creating operational stresses in popular vacation destinations.