
Greek Airports Post 4.8% Rise in Int’l Arrivals: INSETE
Athens International Airport handled 1.2 million international arrivals during the first quarter, an increase of 68,000 or 5.9%
Athens International Airport handled 1.2 million international arrivals during the first quarter, an increase of 68,000 or 5.9%
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“Last summer it was Saint-Tropez, the summer before that was the Amalfi Coast,” she said, referring to the famous French and Italian resorts, respectively. “People are booking Greece left, right and center now.”
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.
“We have an obligation to preserve the identity and character of our unique historic center,” said Athens Mayor Haris Doukas. “Cracking down on illegal activities and the reckless commercialization of our historic sites is a top priority, so that we can pass on a rich legacy to the younger generations.”
The United Kingdom continues to hold the top spot as the largest source of incoming tourism, with 5.6 million seats booked for Greece this summer — up 2.2% from last year. This accounts for 20% of all international air traffic to Greece