![Greek tourism: Astypalaia at the top of the most sought-after destinations in the world for Italians](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Astypalea-chora.jpg)
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.
![ot.gr](/wp-content/themes/whsk_otgr/common/imgs/fav.ico/favicon-32x32.png)
![ot.gr](/wp-content/themes/whsk_otgr/common/imgs/fav.ico/favicon-32x32.png)
Latest News
![Massive Wildfire Front North of Athens; Evacuations Continue](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/DSC_0559-600x399.jpg)
Massive Wildfire Front North of Athens; Evacuations Continue
Τhe conflagration in northeast Attica prefecture (greater Athens area) erupted instantaneously amid gusty winds near the township of Varnavas, before spreading south towards Mt. Penteli
![Greek Industrial Production Up by 9.5% in June 2024](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/industry.jpg)
Greek Industrial Production Up by 9.5% in June 2024
The Overall IPI in June 2023 decreased by 3.0% compared with the corresponding index in June 2022.
![Social Security Fund Employee Arrested for Demanding Bribe](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/cash-600x338.jpg)
Social Security Fund Employee Arrested for Demanding Bribe
Police said woman, 49, was nabbed 'red-handed' after receiving a folder filled with 4,000€, ostensibly to 'facilitate' the issuance of a disability pension
![Greek Road Tourism Booms, Eyeing Record 2024](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/gps-navigator-in-the-car-P3ACQVK-1-600x364.jpg)
Greek Road Tourism Booms, Eyeing Record 2024
The Kipoi (Kipi) border station recorded the highest absolute increase, with 457,000 arrivals, an increase of 115,000 or 33.5%.
![Greek Doctors Issue Safety Advice for Vacationers](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/shutterstock_1061985551-2048x1365-1-600x400.jpg)
Greek Doctors Issue Safety Advice for Vacationers
The Athens Medical Association offers tips to prevent accidents and health problems during the summer holidays.
![Deadline for Self-Employed Professionals to Register for Inter-Bank Payment System Pushed Back a Few Days](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/vat-2048x1536-1-600x450.jpg)
Deadline for Self-Employed Professionals to Register for Inter-Bank Payment System Pushed Back a Few Days
Greece’s independent tax bureau, AADE, announced the two-day deadline extension this week, given that the previous deadline of Aug. 31 fell on a Saturday
![Capital Economics: Greek GDP Boosted by Tourism](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/02tourismos10-600x375.jpg)
Capital Economics: Greek GDP Boosted by Tourism
The independent economic research business based in London appears reassuring regarding the effects of climate change on tourist activity.
![Int’l Students Will Soon Need ETIAS for Stays in Europe](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/shutterstock_620538449-2048x1365-1-600x400.jpg)
Int’l Students Will Soon Need ETIAS for Stays in Europe
Starting next year, foreign nationals planning to study in Europe will be required to present ETIAS approval for entry and short-term stays.
![Ice Cream in Greece Among Europe’s Costliest](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ice-cream-@OT-600x400.jpg)
Ice Cream in Greece Among Europe’s Costliest
Ice cream in Greece is becoming a costly pleasure with a liter selling for at least 3.7 euros in 2023, among Europe's most expensive.
![Eurobank Completes Public Offer for Full Acquisition of Hellenic Bank](https://www.ot.gr/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/eurobank-1-600x373.jpg)
Eurobank Completes Public Offer for Full Acquisition of Hellenic Bank
Looking ahead, Eurobank aims to fully integrate Hellenic Bank’s accounting operations, with this process slated to begin in the third quarter of 2024.