The annual list with the 28 ideal places in Greece for holidays recently announced by the British Times includes new additions. The popular newspaper strongly recommends Greece for 2024compared to other competitors, emphasizing that “Greece’s beautiful seas and beaches, beautiful islands and wild mountain landscapes, traditional villages, historic cities, excellent food and wine, impressive archaeological sites, intense nightlife , clear skies and starry nights make for a unique destination in the world that deserves to be visited once more and once more.”
Andros occupies the top of the established list this year which has tens of kilometers of ancient paths. In the next positions are Corfu with the landscapes of epic beauty, the Kefalonia for ceaseless explorations, the cosmopolitan Hydrathe Euboea for moments from other times, h Aegina for ideal combinations with the “closed city”, h Kos for family vacations, Kythnos for a trip to the past, the Lefkada for water sports, the Zagorochoria for hiking, the Meganisi for escapes from everyday life and Milos of colors. They are followed by Naxos for the exotic waters and the walking network, the atmospheric Patmosthe Paxos with the sea caves, the picturesque ones Spetsesthe Rhodes of antiquity and the Middle Ages, the Sifnos of gourmets, the Skopelos for relaxation and walks, h Skiathos with its beautiful coastline, the Resource for tasting by the sea, h Symi with the wonderful port, the Pelion for year-round experiences, h Chalcidice for its luxurious resorts, the Mani for something different, the raw Endthe Kythera with the waterfalls and Kalymnos for climbing.
Destination representatives which have been added or developed to this year’s list, refer to the characteristics and dynamics of the tourist season:
“The efforts of the professionals and the Municipality to extend the season in Andros have begun to bear fruit. This year there was an impressive increase in the attendance of the three days of the Holy Spirit which exceeded 30% compared to last year, while the whole of June also moved upwards with increased rates by 10%. Our concern is to present the potential of the destination for true holidays in a natural setting that has no equal in the Cyclades. A range of activities, relaxation, exotic unspoilt beaches, mountain wild nature, good food, hiking in picturesque villages, historical monuments and greenery, but also authentic hospitality are the secret “ingredients” of a paradise, just two hours from Attica” points out the mandated Municipal Councilor for Tourism of the Municipality of Andros, Nikos Moustakas.
“Skopelos has developed into a pole of attraction for visitors from many European markets as well as more distant countries. Our strategic targeting of travelers with special interests and off-peak markets has contributed to this. It is no coincidence that this year the destination is “starring” in lists of major foreign media as a choice that, together with exotic beaches and unparalleled natural beauty, offers multiple experiences”, said the mandated Municipal Councilor for Tourism of the Municipality of Skopelos Giorgos Papadavids.
“The gastronomy of Sifnos is not only a “trademark” of the destination but an important chapter for the Cyclades and all of Greece. The local cuisine of our island is inextricably linked to our local culture, land, pottery and traditions. Our call includes the activities, the tour of settlements, monasteries and award-winning historical monuments combined with cultural and culinary events such as the established festival of Cycladic Gastronomy “Nikolaos Tselemendes”, with the aim of attracting travel interest outside the high season. In this spirit, there is an increased traffic in May by approximately 25% compared to last year, making a new record for this month”, added the Deputy Mayor of Tourism of the Municipality of Sifnos, Yiannis Rafeletos.
“Naxos is emerging as a destination of unique natural beauty, quality, gastronomy and alternative activities that “magnetizes” the interest of couples, families, nature lovers and every traveler who wants to experience the Cyclades as they have dreamed of. We see a strong demand in May, June, September and October. Our constant contacts with international media confirm that the destination’s identity is found in authenticity, unlike other islands that have been affected by hypertourism”, Vangelis Katsaras, Deputy Mayor for Tourism of the Municipality of Naxos and Small Cyclades, points out.
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