Municipality of Arta · Public Consultation

Questionnaire for the Strategic Tourism Plan of Arta

Your opinion shapes the tourism future of Arta. The questionnaire adapts to your profile, so that you only answer what is relevant to you.

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Participant Information Notice. This questionnaire is conducted as part of the Public Consultation process for the development of the Municipality of Arta's Tourism Strategic Plan. Participation is anonymous. No personal data or other information that could identify participants is collected, stored, or processed through this questionnaire. The information provided is used exclusively in aggregated and statistical form to support the consultation process and the development of the Municipality of Arta's Tourism Strategic Plan.

Participant profile

Data is collected anonymously and used exclusively in aggregate form, for the design of the tourism strategy.

What is your role? *
Your answer determines which questions you will see next.

Tourism professional Representative of a public body / organization Representative of an association / NGO / cultural or professional body Entrepreneur / professional from another sector Permanent resident of the Municipality of Arta Visitor / tourist

Age group

18–25 26–35 36–50 51–65 65+ Prefer not to answer

Place of residence / origin

The current image of Arta

How you assess Arta today as a tourist destination.

Overall tourism recognition of Arta
1 = Very poor
5 = Excellent

1 2 3 4 5

Utilization of cultural heritage for tourism
1 = Very poor
5 = Excellent

1 2 3 4 5

Tourism promotion & marketing of Arta
1 = Very poor
5 = Excellent

1 2 3 4 5

With what words do you think visitors currently associate Arta?

What are the most significant weaknesses of tourism in Arta today?
Select up to 3.

Insufficient tourism promotion Accessibility / transportation Seasonality — few activities off-season Underutilized gastronomic identity Shortages in accommodation infrastructure Lack of coordination between stakeholders Weak digital presence Lack of trained human resources

Identity & thematic pillars

Where you believe Arta should focus.

Which types of tourism should Arta primarily promote?
Select up to 3.

Cultural tourism (Byzantine monuments, history, Parigoritissa) Nature / hiking tourism (Arachthos, Amvrakikos, Tzoumerka) Active / sports & outdoor tourism Agrotourism Gastronomic tourism (Arta orange, local products) Religious tourism (monasteries, churches) Conference tourism (MICE) City break / short getaway

Which attractions or experiences should be promoted more?
Select up to 5.

Governance & operation of the destination marketing organization (DMO)

The answers concern the way a permanent destination management mechanism is organized.

Tourism & daily life in Arta

The resident's perspective is critical for a tourism that respects the city.

Your experience in Arta

A few questions about your trip — they help us understand who Arta attracts and why.

Does Arta need a permanent mechanism to coordinate tourism promotion (DMO)?

Yes No Maybe I don't know

Which form do you consider most appropriate?

Municipal structure (100% public) Mixed public & private sector scheme Non-profit civil company Partnership / cluster of tourism stakeholders No opinion

Which stakeholders should participate in the governance?
Select all you consider appropriate.

Municipality of Arta GNTO / Ministry of Tourism Hoteliers & accommodation providers University of Ioannina Region of Epirus Chamber of Commerce of Arta Food service & retail Civil society / associations

Would you be willing to participate actively?

Yes, actively (Board, committees, working groups) Yes, occasionally (events, surveys, material) I am only interested in being informed No

In what way could your organization/business contribute?
Select all that apply.

Providing information / data Offers / packages Participation in events Participation in meetings Hosting journalists / influencers Providing material / photographs

Which three actions should start first?

How much does tourism improve the quality of life in Arta today?
1 = Not at all
5 = To a great extent

1 2 3 4 5

Would you like more visitors to come to Arta?

Yes, definitely Yes, but in moderation / organized I am indifferent No

What about Arta makes you most proud and you would like visitors to see?

What is your greatest concern about tourism development?

High prices / cost of living Traffic / parking Unequal distribution of benefits Environmental burden Alteration of the city's character No particular concern

Do you agree with visitor limits at sensitive monuments/areas when needed?

Agree Disagree Neutral

How did you learn about Arta as a destination?

Recommendation from friends / relatives Social media (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook) Online search / Google Passing through / stopover on a trip to another destination Specific event / reason (wedding, celebration, etc.) I already knew it / I come from there

Is this your first visit?

Yes, first time No, I have been before

How long is your visit?

Day trip (no overnight stay) 1 overnight stay 2–3 overnight stays 4 or more

Where are you staying?

Hotel Rented rooms / apartment (e.g. Airbnb) With friends / relatives I am not staying overnight

Approximately, how much do you spend per day per person in Arta?

Up to €30 €30–60 €60–100 Over €100

How satisfied were you with accommodation?
1 = Not at all
5 = Completely

1 2 3 4 5

How satisfied were you with food service & gastronomy?
1 = Not at all
5 = Completely

1 2 3 4 5

How satisfied were you with attractions & monuments?
1 = Not at all
5 = Completely

1 2 3 4 5

How satisfied were you with signage & information?
1 = Not at all
5 = Completely

1 2 3 4 5

How satisfied were you with access & transportation?
1 = Not at all
5 = Completely

1 2 3 4 5

How satisfied were you with hospitality & service?
1 = Not at all
5 = Completely

1 2 3 4 5

What did you miss or what would have made your experience better?

How likely are you to recommend Arta to a friend/relative?
1 = Not at all likely
5 = Extremely likely

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Sustainability & social dimension

Sustainable tourism takes into account the environment, the local community and long-term development.

How important is sustainable development in the strategy for you?
1 = Not at all important
5 = Extremely important

1 2 3 4 5

Which areas of sustainability should be a priority?
Select up to 3.

Environmental protection (Arachthos, Amvrakikos, biodiversity) Preservation of cultural heritage Carrying capacity management (avoiding overtourism) Strengthening local economy & producers Quality of life of residents Green infrastructure & renewable energy sources

Suggestions & comments

Your opinion in free form is valuable.

What do you consider the greatest competitive advantage of Arta?

Which "hidden gem" of Arta needs more promotion?

Is there a good practice from another city/region that you would recommend for Arta?

Would you like to add anything else?