30.11.2015
фото: telegraph.co.uk
Russia and Greece are discussing an additional opportunity. cooperation in the field of tourism, said the deputy Finance Minister Dimitris Mardas in an interview with the radio station Praktorio 104.9 FM.
In particular, the discussion concerned new cruise routes, which will deliver Russian tourists from Sochi to the port Thessaloniki with a stop in Istanbul. Mr. Mardas clarified that this topic Russian and Greek authorities have already discussed several months.
“We offer the following cruise to tourists: Sochi – Istanbul – Thessaloniki. In Istanbul you can see Byzantine monuments, and in Thessaloniki, feel the Greek hospitality and see the sights of the city “, – noted mardas.
Discussion between the Greek authorities and the Minister of Transport Of Russia Maxim Sokolov was held at a meeting in Sochi. Responding to A question related to the conflict between Russia and Turkey, Mr. Mardas answered, that time will tell which resorts will be chosen by Russian tourists, and during In many ways, this choice will depend on their own preferences, and from the decisions of the government of the country.
“Greece is always open to all, and we have very good relations with Russian partners “, – in conclusion noted Mr. Mardas.
The next Russian-Greek meeting is scheduled for Thessaloniki.
