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The Weekend Neos Kosmos : 28 January 2017
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DIGITAL.NEOSKOSMOS.COM THE WEEKEND NEOS KOSMOS | SATURDAY 28 JANUARY 2017 9 TRAVEL Cyprus sert that spreads west of the Great Dividing Range into the country's epic interior. Vivid blue skies, cinnamon-red earth, deserted gorges and geological features as bizarre as the wildlife it comprises in a unique ecology. Kakadu National Park, that caters for outback adventure travel, is another unique attraction, as are the countless nature activities in the Northern Territory. "There is indeed so much to do and see in Australia. The list is endless and it ranges from Aboriginal art to visiting the award-winning Mona Museum in Hobart (Tasmania), exploring the tropics and coastline of Broome and Kimberley Islands, swimming in the famous beaches of Surfers Paradise and Bondi Beach, relaxing on wine tour experiences in the Barossa and Clare Valley, McLaren Vale, Margaret River, Hunter Valley and eating fresh seafood at Port Lincoln. Of course, nothing beats the most picturesque port on earth, Sydney Harbour and its Opera House or the sea life experience of the unique Great Barrier Reef, the dense rainforests of the world-heritage-listed Wet Tropics and amazing islands like Hamilton Island, Mary island, Phillip Island, Byron Bay and the famous Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia. Further down the prestigious list and only a breath away from Cyprus and Australia, Greece features at number 28, mainly due its thriving arts and cultural centres. A POST-CRISIS ART BOOM IN AN ANCIENT CAPITAL "Prices have dropped, but the Greek debt crisis has not dampened Athens' thriving arts scene. Recent years have seen a surge of galleries, collectives and non-profit art organ- izations built for leaner times, like Radio Athènes, which hosts pop-up lectures and performances, and the immigration-focused Nomadic Architecture Network. In October, the renovated EMST National Museum of Contemporary Art opened in a former brewery, while the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, designed by Renzo Piano, opened in August. Athens will co-host the 2017 edition of Documenta, the influential art exhibition held in Kassel, Germany, since it started in 1955," writes Charly Wilder for The New York Times. According to Greek travel expert and chief editor at Travel Media Applications, Vicki Karantzavelou, 2017 is indeed predicted to be a great year for Greece as far as tourism is concerned, irrespective of the fact that − in her opinion − the public sector's inability to perform its duties will continue to be a hurdle, making the country's general infrastructure unsatisfactory. "The pre-bookings show an increase from all the major markets. Greece is a safe country and despite the crisis, tourism is booming and will continue to do so mainly due to the fact that the Greeks know how to give authentic hospitality and unique experiences to the guests," Karantzavelou explains to Neos Kosmos, while she admits enticing tourists to visit the country during the winter months has always been a great challenge. "It is very difficult to increase tourism throughout the year in Greece, mainly because the country is embedded in most people's minds as an ideal destination for summer holidays and it is difficult to convince visitors to draw away from this perception. "More strategic planning and action needs to be implemented in order to promote Greece as a 12month tourist destination," the tourist professional concludes. Interestingly, despite all the uncertainty in Europe as well as the ongoing financial and refugee crisis, Greece still managed to climb up 19 spots from last year's 47th. THE FIRST FIVE COUNTRIES TO VISIT ACCORDING TO THE NEW YORK TIMES: Canada Chile India Switzerland Botswana You can view the full list at www. nytimes.com/interactive/2017/travel/places-to-visit.html?smid=fb-nyttravel&smtyp=cur&place=athens Australia Cyprus
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