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.

Attention now turns to the Christmas and New Year period — from December 25–28 and January 1–6 (Epiphany) — when hoteliers anticipate another surge in bookings.

According to the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), the award marks a significant endorsement of Greece’s position as a leading travel destination, particularly within the UK market.

American visitors remain the most generous travelers by far, spending an average of 1,080 euros per trip between Jan. and Aug. 2025 — the highest among all markets.

With mild weather and a calendar full of cultural events, Greece in late October feels made for a quick recharge surrounded by beauty, history, and warmth.

Rising temperatures and frequent heatwaves are nudging visitors toward cooler months, while lower off-peak prices add to the appeal.

It is emphasized that Syros deserves attention not only as a summer getaway but also as a destination that shines in the autumn months.

Crete is the undisputed star this autumn, with occupancy reaching 90% and several hotels reporting higher bookings than in mid-summer.

China remains the most dynamic market for long-haul tourists, with 69% expressing interest in traveling to Europe.

Tapping into this momentum, the Municipality of Karpathos is launching the first-ever Karpathos Climb Adventure Fest 2025, set for October 6–7, 2025.

Overall, the trade balance deficit narrowed, as the reduction in imports exceeded that of exports in absolute terms.

Foreign travelers continued to dominate the overall numbers, representing 79.9% of arrivals and an even greater proportion of overnight stays at 87.4%.

The most striking change compared with 2024 was the rise of Aegina, which entered the top five destinations, displacing Syros, with a year-on-year increase of 12.65%.

Among the region’s geological marvels is the famous Cave of Lakes. Inside, thirteen terraced lakes shimmer amid stalactites and stalagmites, shaped over millions of years.

By all accounts, 2025 will be another banner year for Greece’s all-important tourism and holiday industry, a sector that attracts tens of millions of people from around the world every year and annually pumps more than 20 billion euros into the local economy. The substantial economic benefits that tourism generates for Greece is a result […]