Mr. Kafouros: Promise to cover positions within the Regional Tourism Service

Mr. Kafouros: Promise to cover positions within the Regional Tourism Service

His response was immediateof the Minister of Tourism Ms. Olga Kefalogianni to the question asked by ND Cycladic MP Markos Emm. on 25/5, concerning the strengthening of the Cyclades Regional Tourism Service (PYT) in human resources. As Mr. Kafouros mentioned based on the data, the work of the service is currently carried out by five … Read more

Increase in passenger reimbursement costs in favor of Port Funds

Increase in passenger reimbursement costs in favor of Port Funds

One day laterPoseidon’s week, a bad surprise awaited businesses cruise which sail to the Greek islands, but also to continental destinations. They were informed about last Monday, June 10 that refundable passenger fees for islands with a port fund, are set at 2.5 euros, compared to 1 euro applied until now, for the implementation of … Read more

Hypertourism or good management? The mayors’ cry of anguish for the viability of the islands

Hypertourism or good management?  The mayors’ cry of anguish for the viability of the islands

“A few days ago, 19,000 people arrived on the island by cruise ships in a few hours. We have made a big effort so that the 63 days of this summer, which will be very difficult (including boat arrivals cruise), be reduced to 48. But this number of people is impossible to serve properly. THE … Read more

Cyclades – International air arrivals: drop of 8% in the first quarter of 2024

Cyclades – International air arrivals: drop of 8% in the first quarter of 2024

The development of tourism in 2024 in Greece involves climate change, major summer sporting events and also the unstable factors that can affect the global tourism industry. On the occasion of the recent negative development of its bankruptcy from the German travel giant FTI the comment of the president of XEE, A. is typicalAlexander Vassilikos, … Read more

Italy: For May, the Italians chose Naxos, Astypalaia and Skopelos

Italy: For May, the Italians chose Naxos, Astypalaia and Skopelos

A list of the three main Greek islands available for holidays in May and June has been announced by Italy’s most popular travel site, My Greek Salad pspecialized in Greek destinations. According to the Italian site, Astypalea, Naxos and Skopelos they offer excellent and versatile experiences before the peak season, according to the impressions of … Read more