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.
Today and tomorrow are also expected to be the peak of the Easter outings. According to sources in the ferry market, bookings are running at about the same level as last year. From today until Good Friday, in fact, the occupancy rate on most routes for the Cyclades is 100%, while for the islands of the North Aegean, Crete and the Dodecanese it is about 60%.
Travelers are urged to stay informed about weather conditions and potential transportation delays
Crete, Greece’s largest island, is renowned for its ability to balance the iconic and the remote, and Elafonissi Beach is a prime example of this harmonious blend. While the beach has been a favorite among travelers for decades, it has managed to maintain a sense of serenity and seclusion, despite the surge in visitors expected after its recent award.
Η πλειονότητα από τους περίπου 975.000 Σύρους που ζουν στη Γερμανία έφτασε εκεί ως πρόσφυγες, οι περισσότεροι από αυτούς κατά τη διάρκεια του εμφυλίου πολέμου που ρήμαξε τη Συρία.
Σε ερώτηση τι πρέπει να κάνει η ΕΕ για να αποτρέψει κάτι τέτοιο απάντησε: «Δεν θέλω να κάνω εικασίες. Έχω τον λόγο τους ότι δεν θα το κάνουν».
