Mamma Mia! puts Greece on map

Greece sees surge in tourism following the huge success of Mamma Mia, is Greece the new destination for Hollywood stars for Peirce Brosnan and Meryl Steep Greece comes with a resounding yes after both declaring they have never had a better time on a film location anywhere, Greek culture, food and and fabulous weather all played their part in making everyone’s stay in Greece a time to remember.

If you haven't booked your summer holiday yet, the chances are you may end up plumping for a trip to Greece after the success of hit movie musical Mamma Mia! has led to a surge in summer holiday bookings to the country.

According to a survey by online hotel booking site, hotels.com, the number of sun seekers searching for a Greek holiday has risen by a whopping 70%.

The film version of the successful musical was shot in a number of stunning locations across Greece, from the mainland region of Pelion to islands including Skiathos and Skopelos.

Alison Cooper, director of communications at hotels.com confirmed the rise in popularity of holidaying in the Greek isles saying: 'The idea that films can put a destination 'on the map' has long been established. The Lord of the Rings had a dramatic effect on New Zealand tourism.'

Incredibly Ms Cooper also revealed that cult film Borat saw Hotels.com searches for Kazakhstan soar by 300%

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