Naxos

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. […]

Taste Atlas, an online food guide, again includes the graviera cheese variety produced on the Cyclades island of Naxos as one of the 10 best cheeses in the world for 2023. The hard pale-yellow cheese secured seventh place out of 23,863 registered cheeses, while in the 2022 Taste Atlas rankings, it was third. There are […]