Greek islands can’t keep destructive tourist crowds away


By AGENCY

Tourists waiting for the sunset in Satorini’s Oia village, one of the most popular spots on the island for ‘sunset spotting’. — Photos: AFP

Santorini's whitewashed streets will heave with millions of visitors this summer. Not everyone on the Greek island will be happy to see them.

“Tourism destroys the vineyards,” wine producer Matthew Argyros said in an interview. “I raise a red flag for the island.”

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