Cyprus is excited about tourism boom

Global Business

Next year, Cyprus will exit its three year long bailout from European creditors. Tourism continues to boost the island’s economy and one famous shipwreck is helping visitors dive deep into what Cyprus has to offer.  CCTV’s Rachelle Akuffo explains.

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  • Tourism accounts for nearly 12 percent of the country’s gross domestic product. It’s helping steer Cyprus’ economy in a positive direction and away from looming risks from neighboring Greece.

Tourism booms in Cyprus

It's a different story for Greece's Mediterranean neighbor. Next year, Cyprus will exit its three year long bailout from European creditors. Tourism continues to boost the island's economy and one famous shipwreck is helping visitors dive deep into what Cyprus has to offer. CCTV's Rachelle Akuffo explains. More details: Tourism accounts for nearly 12 percent of the country's gross domestic product. It's helping steer Cyprus' economy in a positive direction and away from looming risks from neighboring Greece.