Greece recorded 31 million international air arrivals in 2025, a increase of 1.7 million passengers or 5.9% over the 29.3 million posted in 2024, according to a study on international air arrivals published by INSETE, the research arm of the Greek Tourism Confederation. Athens International Airport led the growth among major gateways, handling 12 million […]

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The outlook is supported by a mix of counterbalancing forces: expansionary US fiscal policy, gradually easing interest rates, and stronger consumer spending driven by rising stock markets.

Under European Union standards, the ability to afford one week of annual holiday is not considered a luxury but a recognized indicator of material and social deprivation.

Shoulder-season travel continues to expand, effectively extending Greece’s tourism season to nine months.

At the heart of the discussions was closer coordination in addressing shared challenges in the hospitality sector, alongside advancing the industry’s green and digital transition.

Despite strong visitor numbers, tourism revenue paints a more nuanced picture as average spending per traveler continues to decline.

Major urban centers, regional cities with strong conference and business activity, and destinations offering diverse tourism experiences are showing growing resilience to seasonality.

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%.