Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni reassured international media that Santorini and the neighboring islands are safe and absolutely ready to welcome visitors for the new tourist season.
In a series of interviews to leading British and international media, including The Telegraph, Daily Mail, The Financial Times, BBC Radio 4, Monocle Radio and CGTN, the minister felt the need to reassure about the safety following an earthquake swarm in the area in the last two months.
“Santorini and the neighboring islands are safe and the infrastructure is functioning normally. Visitors should feel confident that they can visit them,” Kefalogianni said, noting: “I visited Santorini earlier this week and I can tell you that the island remains unique and attractive.”
She pointed out that the state prioritized the safety of citizens from the first moment that the increased seismic activity was recorded in early February.
“Now the scientists have given us the green light, the residents have returned to the island and professionals from all sectors are preparing for the current season. Santorini is ready to welcome visitors,” she stressed.