Sun-drenched islands, whitewashed villages, and cuisine that speaks directly to the heart define Greece’s enduring appeal—an appeal rooted as much in warm hospitality as in natural beauty.

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.

TasteAtlas has ranked Greece’s Naxos Graviera as the top cheese worldwide for 2025/26, highlighting its long tradition, verified consumer reviews, and distinctive flavor developed through months of aging

The genetic lineage of Greeks and the specific diseases that appear in particular regions have led many scientists to search for connections and common patterns

Greece’s Culture Ministry has finalized the permanent fencing of the Portara monument in Naxos, following disputes between the municipality and state authorities

The Greek Culture Ministry will be installing a permanent protective structure around the ancient Portara site on Naxos later this year.

Court rejects the mayor’s complaint, citing the need to safeguard the ancient Portara monument until permanent fencing is installed.

The incident happened a day after ferries were kept at dock on account to dangerous winds, forcing mass ferry cancellations in Greece.

Naxos Mayor Dimitris Lianos has challenged the legality of the measure and is demanding an official investigation.

Greek destinations also feature prominently further down the top ten, with the Ionian islands of Lefkada in ninth place (+189%) and Zakynthos in tenth (+175%).

The island of Naxos is leveraging technology to promote its cultural and historical heritage

Naxos was named Top Sustainable Destination, the result of a structured evaluation and voting process overseen by the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

Naxos, a popular summer destination in the Cyclades, depends heavily on reliable air transport, especially for urgent medical transfers to larger hospitals in Athens.

Beyond the traditional 'stars' of Greek tourism, such as Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos and Santorini, other Greek islands' occupancy rates near 100%, like Naxos, Ios, Samos, Skopelos, Lipsi, Andros and Astypalia. Surprisingly, destinations accessible by car underperformed.

The list also features the Peloponnese's captivating landscapes, Greece's therapeutic hot springs, and sea excursions to exotic islets and unexplored shores in the Aegean and Ionian Seas.

Well-known Italian travel magazine details reasons why Skopelos, Naxos and Astypalaia are the go-to summer destinations for Italians

"Ferry Scanner", which has become the go-to search and booking platform for ferry enthusiasts said over 860,000 trips were made through its site last year, with 640 ships filled with travelers from 181 countries worldwide

The publication praises Naxos' rich historical tapestry showcased through its white marbles, ancient temples, and monumental Kouros statues.

The island's blend of nature, mythology, gastronomy, and activities sets it apart from other destinations, making it a standout choice for travelers

The establishment of a new center for the study of the Cycladic civilization was announced last week by the Greek culture ministry. Emerging in the central Aegean islands during the late Neolithic to early Bronze Age, this iconic culture is widely known for its schematic figurines of mostly female subjects, often carved in local marble. […]