Vlami Aimilia is an Assistant Professor in Tourism Economics and Tourism Development, at Regional & Economic Development, Agricultural University of Athens (AUA). In addition, she teaches Tourism Development and Management at the Hellenic Open University. She has served as a specialist and consultant to Greek Ministry of Tourism and Hellenic Chamber of Hotels, over 10years and has participated in Greek and European research projects on tourism and hospitality development. Her main research interests are tourism economics, planning and development, hospitality and regional development.