Underground houses and hotels, once a necessary adaptation, are now popping up around islands, raising alarm to locals and architects
Another model is ride pooling, which allows users of the platform to share rides in private vehicles with other passengers traveling similar routes.
The Special Spatial Framework for Tourism currently being promoted by the Greek government, which will permit the construction of tourist units on uninhabited islands of more than 300 acres, on off-plan land and even in protected areas, has come in for fierce criticism
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.
Andros, the most northern Cycladic island in the Aegean, offers the most affordable options, with prices ranging between 2,000 and 4,000 euros per square meter.
The Cycladic Island of Mykonos and the Ionian Island of Paxos were the priciest destinations to buy a home in May 2024
"Astypalaia is evolving into a sustainable destination, unique on a global scale. The response from travelers to these changes has been remarkable. We anticipate a very promising tourist season," stated the Deputy Mayor of Astypalaia, Kostas Kampylis.
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More than 20,000 Turkish tourists flocked to the eastern Aegean isles during a nine-day religious period in the neighboring country
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Each one has that special something for the moment couples hope will be etched in their memories forever
"It's no coincidence that the Greek islands served as a source of inspiration for Lord Byron," emphasizes the travel magazine.
Topping the list are Kythnos for ideal weekend getaways, Ithaca for diving enthusiasts, and the serene Patmos for quality religious tourism
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Both the islands of Mykonos and Santorini saw decreases in their accommodation and food service revenues.
The goal is to assist local municipalities in managing water resources more effectively, not only by increasing supply through projects but also by improving demand management, such as enhancing storage and reducing losses, which can reach up to 40%.
"Cycladic gems to almost untrodden Ionian isles, these are the best quiet Greek islands," notes the piece in The Tims entitled “16 of the best quiet Greek islands”