Astypalaia is first among the 8 most popular destinations worldwide for Italians, according to the annual established list formed and announced by the National Association of Travel Bloggers of Italy, following a visit by its representative to the “Butterfly of the Aegean” at the initiative of the Municipality.
The list was recently published on the popular travel blog Girovagate.com and resulted from the blogger’s many trips around the world as well as on-site research of the new trends for 2023. crystal clear sea and fairytale landscapes without crowding from mass tourism, stop looking elsewhere, because Astypalaia is the ideal place!
There you will find unreal beaches, rough and wild landscapes that will make you live in harmony with nature, in one of the most picturesque islands of Greece!
“Astypalaia: Green and Sustainable Island”
At the same time, Astypalaia is the island of the future thanks to the pioneering program “Astypalaia: Green and Sustainable Island”, which, among other things, will ensure the island’s energy autonomy in the coming years based on green energy”. The list of the best destinations for 2023 is completed with the Loire Valley, Pescara, Stockholm, Termoli and the Tremiti Islands, the Riviera del Conero, New York and the seaside resort of Maremma.
“Our Astypalea changes, evolves, opens its “wings” in the future and at the same time maintains its authentic identity. Through targeted actions, we systematically highlight the unique sustainable and tourist footprint of the island abroad and receive the positive response of international markets”, said the Mayor of Astypalaia, Nikos Komineas. In fact, recently Astypalaia was presented to a selected Italian audience as an excellent practice of sustainable tourism. The action was part of a successful initiative by the Italian EOT Office that involved a “cycle” of webinars aimed at training Italian travel agents and professionals. For the preparation of the presentation, communication and cooperation of the EOT Service with the Municipality of Astypalaia was preceded.
Latest News
Bank of Greece Governor Says EU will Retaliate to Trump’s Tarrifs
The Bank of Greece Governor defended the independence of central banks amid criticism from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who had publicly commented on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powel
September in Greece Winning Tourists Over from US, Germany
Tourists continue to visit Greece off-season into Sept. with the number of inbound travelers up by 6.6% and a 7.9% rise in travel receipts.
Bitcoin Surges Toward $100K Amid Pro-Crypto Optimism in US
According to Reuters, the cryptocurrency surged to an all-time high, briefly exceeding $96,898 during Asian trading hours.
Greek Driver Violations at a Touch of a Button
Traffic offences recorded in the last five years by Greece’s “Driver Behavior Control System” are now available on Gov.gr Wallet
Milan Tops List of Most Expensive Streets, Athens’ Ermou Holds Steady at 15th Place
In Athens, following Ermou Street is the southern suburb of Glyfada and Tsimiski Street in Thessaloniki.
New Gov.gr Service Enables Secure Reporting of Minor-Related Delinquency
It should also be noted that via the recently introduced initiative ‘Safe Youth’ application citizens have access to specially tailored informative material regarding the safety of children and adolescents
Thousands Strike in Athens Over Soaring Living Costs and Stagnant Wages
Inflation, particularly in food prices, has been crushing Greek households
Greece Overhauls Property Valuation System
Greece plans to launch a revamped property value registry in 2025 and overhaul the way objective values are calculated to enhance tax revenue and improve transparency.
Greece’s New Tax Bill Foresees Tax Relief Beyond Big Business
Tax relief measures in Greece are proposed for freelancers, property owners and farmers, along with 'big business'
Unions Call Nationwide Industrial Strike for Wed.
Mass transits are usually affected, especially in the greater Athens-Piraeus area, although bus and metro services are curtailed but not fully halted