Small island tourism—the case of Zakynthos, Greece

Abstract

The impact of uncontrolled tourism on a small island economy and ecosystem can be dramatic. Zakynthos shares this potential problem with many other Greek and Mediterranean islands. The problems of Cyprus. for example, are illustrated in the accompanying case study in the issue. Penny Marinos of the Greek Ministry of National Economy discusses the benefits and dis-benefits that tourism has had and will have on the economy and environment of Zakynthos, and proposes management and planning strategy for the future.