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 […]

Hotels in Greece stood out as the only ones in Europe to surpass the 200 euros mark, reaffirming the country’s position as one of the continent’s leading summer destinations.

The only outlier was the Cyclades, which posted a 7.4% drop in international arrivals (638,000 total). Santorini was hit hardest, with 348,000 visitors (-14.5%) and a sharp decline in domestic arrivals.

The island boasts a rugged mountainous interior, including the Foros Cave, a natural wonder with a constant temperature of 17°C and a stalagmite estimated to be three million years old.

Armed with six cameras, a drone, and professional audio gear, he captures the landscapes, forgotten villages, local festivals, and everyday life of the Voio region in northern Greece.

The irony remains: the country that thrives on tourism often denies its own citizens the very experience it sells to the world.

Bank of Greece data confirm that visitors spent significantly more regardless of the modest rise in arrivals. Germans, French, Italians, and Americans, in particular, boosted spending per trip, helping widen the surplus.