This paper examines the North Aegean Island Region, in terms of tourism development and the issue of seasonality that these islands face. The particular nature of the islands seems to lead to seasonal tourism arrivals and has negative impacts on the local economies and communities, on the general environment and the tourism enterprises. Based on an extended research on the tourism development and related issues, the need for examination of the accessibility, progress, competitiveness, infrastructure and similar issues has occurred. A Literature Review on the topic reveals the barrier of seasonality with its intense impacts. The potentials of the Region, and of each island separately, are presented in order to reach a conclusion, on whether there are or not, possibilities for a better future touristic performance in this specific area. The forecasts are positive. After a SWOT analysis, recommendations are given for the next implemented policies and strategies for tourism development. The conclusion is that if there is a sustainable strategic plan, adjusted to each island characteristics and based on the general travelers’ trends, there can be a significant tourism development. The phenomenon of seasonality cannot be totally eliminated, but it can be decreased to a satisfying level.
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