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Mykonos and Santorini Address Overtourism in 2025 with €20 Cruise FeeMykonos and Santorini Address Overtourism in 2025 with €20 Cruise Fee

Mykonos and Santorini Address Overtourism in 2025 with €20 Cruise Fee

Starting in 2025, visitors arriving by cruise ship during the peak tourist months will be required to pay a €20…

2 weeks ago
Santorini Ranks Second Among Most Disappointing Destinations in 2024 Metro UK Reader PollSantorini Ranks Second Among Most Disappointing Destinations in 2024 Metro UK Reader Poll

Santorini Ranks Second Among Most Disappointing Destinations in 2024 Metro UK Reader Poll

A recent Metro UK reader poll ranked Santorini as the second most disappointing travel destination for 2024, citing overtourism and…

3 weeks ago
Greece’s 2024 Tourism Boom: Balancing Record Numbers with SustainabilityGreece’s 2024 Tourism Boom: Balancing Record Numbers with Sustainability

Greece’s 2024 Tourism Boom: Balancing Record Numbers with Sustainability

Greece's tourism sector shattered records in 2024, welcoming 36 million visitors and generating €22 billion in revenue.

1 month ago
Greece’s Tourism Booms in 2024, But Sustainability Takes Center StageGreece’s Tourism Booms in 2024, But Sustainability Takes Center Stage

Greece’s Tourism Booms in 2024, But Sustainability Takes Center Stage

Greece celebrates record-breaking tourism in 2024 but shifts focus to sustainability, tackling overtourism at popular sites like the Acropolis and…

1 month ago
Greece Imposes Cruise Taxes on Popular IslandsGreece Imposes Cruise Taxes on Popular Islands

Greece Imposes Cruise Taxes on Popular Islands

Greece has implemented a new tax on cruise ship passengers visiting popular islands like Santorini and Mykonos to address overtourism…

2 months ago
More Europeans Eyeing Greece for 2025 TravelMore Europeans Eyeing Greece for 2025 Travel

More Europeans Eyeing Greece for 2025 Travel

Paris, France - A new report by Accor has revealed that Greece is gaining popularity among European travellers for the…

2 months ago
End to Airbnb Key Lockboxes – Measures Against Overtourism in Another CityEnd to Airbnb Key Lockboxes – Measures Against Overtourism in Another City

End to Airbnb Key Lockboxes – Measures Against Overtourism in Another City

Florence is implementing measures to combat overtourism by banning key lockboxes used for Airbnb rentals in the city center. This…

2 months ago
Amorgos: A Greek Paradise at Risk?Amorgos: A Greek Paradise at Risk?

Amorgos: A Greek Paradise at Risk?

The serene island of Amorgos, once a hidden gem in the Cyclades, is now facing the threat of overtourism. The…

3 months ago
Greek Tourism Set for Landmark Year in 2024, Says SETE PresidentGreek Tourism Set for Landmark Year in 2024, Says SETE President

Greek Tourism Set for Landmark Year in 2024, Says SETE President

Greek tourism is expected to see a 25% growth in 2024 compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to SETE President Yiannis…

3 months ago
Greece issues ‘warning’ to UK tourists to cancel their Spain holidaysGreece issues ‘warning’ to UK tourists to cancel their Spain holidays

Greece issues ‘warning’ to UK tourists to cancel their Spain holidays

Greece is encouraging UK tourists to choose Greek getaways over Spain, emphasizing a focus on sustainable tourism and infrastructure improvements.

3 months ago
Greece Hits Overtourism Index; Mykonos and Santorini Removed from Travel PlatformGreece Hits Overtourism Index; Mykonos and Santorini Removed from Travel Platform

Greece Hits Overtourism Index; Mykonos and Santorini Removed from Travel Platform

Greece has been flagged in the first overtourism index, leading Evaneos to drop Mykonos and Santorini from its offerings starting…

4 months ago
Greece to Charge Cruise Tourists €20 Fee to Protect Santorini and MykonosGreece to Charge Cruise Tourists €20 Fee to Protect Santorini and Mykonos

Greece to Charge Cruise Tourists €20 Fee to Protect Santorini and Mykonos

Greece will charge cruise ship passengers a €20 fee when visiting the popular islands of Santorini and Mykonos during peak…

5 months ago
“Mykonos, You’ve Lost the Plot”: Famous Vlogger Blacklists the Island of the Winds and Explains Why“Mykonos, You’ve Lost the Plot”: Famous Vlogger Blacklists the Island of the Winds and Explains Why

“Mykonos, You’ve Lost the Plot”: Famous Vlogger Blacklists the Island of the Winds and Explains Why

A famous vlogger has blacklisted the Greek island of Mykonos for its excessive prices, pushy tipping culture, and discriminatory attitude…

5 months ago
Major Greek Newspaper Reveals Santorini’s Breaking PointMajor Greek Newspaper Reveals Santorini’s Breaking Point

Major Greek Newspaper Reveals Santorini’s Breaking Point

Greek Newspaper Unveils Santorini's Overtourism Crisis, "Immediate Improvement" Needed to Port "The experience of visitors to our islands should be…

5 months ago
Santorini Tourism Row: Tour Operator Denies Overcrowding ClaimsSantorini Tourism Row: Tour Operator Denies Overcrowding Claims

Santorini Tourism Row: Tour Operator Denies Overcrowding Claims

Santorini, a beloved Greek island, is facing a tourism crisis. As the number of visitors surges, local officials are scrambling…

6 months ago

Santorini: Paradise Lost?

The idyllic image of Santorini, with its whitewashed buildings and cerulean waters, has made it a bucket-list destination for millions.…

6 months ago

Cyclades: Luxury or Bust? Tourists Fleeing Rising Costs

Rising costs are deterring tourists from visiting the Cyclades. Soaring ferry ticket prices and accommodation costs have led to a…

6 months ago

Greece’s Hoteliers Chief Disputes Claims of Overtourism

Yiannis Hatzis, President of the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation, has dismissed overtourism claims, citing outdated infrastructure as Greece’s real issue. He…

6 months ago

Tourism Overload on Greek Islands: Residents and Campaigners Speak Out

“Over-tourism of this kind is just not sustainable.” With their whitewashed villages, dramatic hillsides, and bright blue seas, the Cycladic…

6 months ago

Unprecedented announcement to Santorini Residents: “17,000 came by cruise ships, reduce your travel”

An elected councillor in Santorini is urging his fellow citizens to stay home because tourists are "landing" in Thira.

6 months ago