The new routes will be supported by a wide range of booking options, from short three-night getaways to traditional seven-, ten- and fourteen-night stays, catering to different travel preferences and budgets.

The British "Times" ranks the island’s main town among Greece’s 25 most beautiful villages, noting that “the island’s capital consists of charming little houses reminiscent of sugar cubes."

Alongside locations in Spain, Italy, Greenland, Georgia, Greece, India, Chile, and the Faroe Islands, Karpathos claims sixth place on the news18.com list.

In Greece, the average daily rate (ADR) declined by 3%, from 143 euros in 2024 to 139 euros in 2025, broadly in line with trends seen elsewhere in Europe.

Foreign visitors recorded a 1.3% rise in arrivals and a 1.9% increase in overnight stays year-on-year.

Greece posts strong late-season tourism gains in 2025 as global travel rebounds and visitor spending hits record levels.

Across all markets studied, Greece features within the top five preferred foreign destinations, except in Spain, where it ranks sixth but has nonetheless gained ground.

According to the publication, this diversity—paired with sun, sea and sand—explains the enduring appeal of the Greek islands.

2025 marked a record year for Naxos, with air arrivals rising by 30.9% and ferry traffic by 5.8%, confirming its rapidly growing international appeal.

The year 2025 proved to be a milestone for cruise tourism in Piraeus. According to OLP S.A. data, the port welcomed 863 cruise ships, while passenger numbers reached approximately 1.85 million.

Outshining idyllic locations in Greece, fairytale landscapes in Croatia and iconic spots in London, Skopelos claims first place.

Trikala’s famed “Mill of the Elves” has emerged as the country’s most popular Christmas park, pushing local occupancy rates to around 90%.

Industry players warn that continued protests could drive Greek holidaymakers to cancel or choose other destinations.

“Our goal is for Lipsi to offer a way of life that visitors take with them and return to experience again,” said Mayor Fotis Mangos.

Greece has extended its Social Tourism program through June 2026, offering subsidized holidays, expanded stay durations, and increased funding for select regions, with updated benefits for both workers and unemployed beneficiaries

In Trikala, the “Mill of Elves” has become one of the country’s most successful Christmas experiences. Running from 21 Nov. 2025 to 6 Jan. 2026, the park draws visitors from across Greece and abroad.

Through its activities at the exhibition, the Boutique Hotel Program emerged as a unified vision and a dynamic collaborative network—championing authenticity, creativity, and modern entrepreneurship.

Greece is already preparing its 2030-2035 strategic plan for tourism to be presented next year, said PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Store experiences receive high marks—over 90% of respondents expressed satisfaction with product variety and ease of finding what they need.

The Australian market is one of the country's most important source markets. Last year, 180,000 visitors from Australia visited Greece.