1. The Tourism Geography of Malta, Greece and Cyprus

2. Learning Objectives: 1.Explain the special appeal of Greece and the Greek Islands 2.Appreciate the cultural and economic ties that link Cyprus and Malta to other countries 3.Describe the major physical features and climate of these countries and understand their importance for tourism 4.Appreciate the tradition of tourism in Greece and the more recent entry of Malta and Cyprus to the holiday market 5.Appreciate the role of shipping and air services in the development of tourism in Greece, Malta and Cyprus 6.Understand the nature of tourism demand to the region 7.Appreciate the administration of tourism in the region 8.Demonstrate a knowledge of the tourist regions, resorts, business centres and tourist attractions of Greece, Malta and Cyprus.

3. Malta Demand Supply –Accommodation –Organisation Resources –Valetta –Tarxien Temple –Mdina –Gozo

4. Greece: Introduction Cultural importance Birthplace of European civilisation Greek and Roman civilisation Religious influence Scenic variety Tourism economically important

5. Greece Demand –Domestic –Outbound –Inbound Supply –Transport Air Ferry Rail –Accommodation Small businesses Organisation –Ministry of Tourism –Greek National Tourism Organisation

6. Greece: Resources Mainland –Peloponnese –Athens –Halkidiki Islands –Crete –Cyclades –Dodecanes Rhodes –Ionian Islands Corfu

7. Cyprus Demand –Inbound –Outbound Supply –Transport –Accommodation

8. Cyprus: Resources Beaches –Paphos –Larnaca –Ayia Napa Limassol Nicosca/Larnaca Akamas National Park Troodos Mountains Cultural Heritage