Greece and the ferry-tale nightmare

The ferry boat situation in Greece is rapidly becoming an unfortunate stain on the very fabric of the country.  As someone who not only vacations in Greece, I also own, operate, and conduct business there in the tourism sector.

Recently, I traveled from Athens to Milos, Sifnos, and other islands, and can personally attest to the growing frustrations many travelers face. The experience, which should be seamless and enjoyable, is anything but.

For starters, the cost of ferry tickets has become exorbitant and even cost prohibitive for many. From increased fuel costs to taxation and more, people who are ferry dependent are left with little choice but to absorb these high fares.

Considering the fact that travelers spend a significant amount of money to visit the legendary Greek islands in addition to ferry tickets, they correctly expect a certain level of service in...