
Europe on the Move – Greeks Among the Most Eager to Leave
Economic hardship, housing crisis, and political distrust are pushing Europeans to seek a new life elsewhere
Economic hardship, housing crisis, and political distrust are pushing Europeans to seek a new life elsewhere
Surge in U.S. travel interest places two Greek islands in global spotlight, alongside top Spanish locations, according to HomeToGo report.
Leader in Attracting New Travelers
Merkel, who played a pivotal role from 2011 when Greece entered its first bailout program until her retirement in 2021, shared critical moments and decisions in a packed hall at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation.
According to official data released, the airport handled 2.71 million passengers in April 2025—a 9% increase compared to April 2024.
The majority of travellers still favour intra-European destinations, particularly neighbouring or non-neighbouring countries. Southern and Mediterranean Europe continues to top the regional travel charts, attracting 41% of prospective visitors. Notably though, this figure reflects an 8% year-on-year decline—potentially linked to rising summer temperatures and climate concerns.