Surveys, Trends & Stats

Passenger numbers at Athens International Airport reached a new record high in 2016 at 20.02 million.

Greece is a favorite destination for Austrian holidaymakers judging by their pre-bookings, according to TUI Austria.

Cruise passengers to Greece recorded a 5 percent increase in 2016, making it a ”good year” for the industry compared to 2015, according to the Hellenic Ports Association (ELIME).

Despite forecasts of robust growth for the international cruise travel industry, the sector in Greece is barely keeping its head above the water with local industry insiders speaking of a …

At the dawn of the new year, travelers are making dreams and tourism professionals are making plans for the days ahead. And by the looks of things, travel is taking …

Greek tourism professionals are welcoming what appears to be a revival of German traveler interest in Greek destinations with talk of a 6 percent rise in pre-bookings for the upcoming …

It may still be snowing in most of Europe, but eager holidaymakers are making plans for the summer ahead and Greece appears to be a favourite choice, according to UK …

Greece’s increased tourist arrivals during the autumn months this year indicate a reduction in the country’s seasonality, according to SETE Intelligence.

Greek passport holders are among the most privileged in the world, according to Arton Capital’s Passport Index.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects the global airline industry to make a net profit of $29.8 billion in 2017.

Greece leads the list of the most popular holiday destinations among Russian tourists in 2016, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR).

Overall annual numbers for Greece’s 2016 tourism performance are expected to exceed initial forecasts, according to Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura.

Tourism is Greece’s third biggest employer after retail and the primary sector, according to recent data by SETE Intelligence.

European travelers preferred city trips and safer destinations to the traditional sea & sun deals while the number of Asian tourists declined for 2016.

The Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has released insight on hotel concepts to help consumers narrow it down for their upcoming experiences in 2017.

Bookings for the holiday season are marking a 3-5 percent rise with all the more Greeks planning trips abroad, according to recent data.

Some 25.3 million people among them younger generations, including Millennials and Generation X, are expected to take a cruise in 2017.

Travelers to Greece are giving the country thumbs up in terms of overall tourism experience and quality, according to a survey conducted by QED Market Research.

Greek tourism industry leaders say they are anticipating a strong 2017, following a record-breaking year with 27.5 million foreign visitors.

Crisis aside, Greek shipowners are becoming even stronger global players says international financial services company Petrofin Research.