Beach on a budget: Greeks settle for day trips, priced out of iconic destinations Updated 27 mins ago Greece’s booming tourism industry is drawing huge numbers of foreign visitors, but many Greeks are struggling to afford holidays in their own country. Rising costs and persistently low wages have generated what experts call “holiday poverty,” with nearly half the population unable to pay for weeklong vacations. Iconic island resorts like Santorini and Mykonos now heavily cater to wealthy foreigners, leaving many locals to rely on bus trips, packed lunches, and day outings to nearby beaches. Consumer advocates warn that a six-day family holiday can cost more than three months’ wages, deepening frustrations over inequality and economic recovery.

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