Overview

• Greece reported a record-breaking 43 million visitors in 2024, a 10% increase from 2023, with German tourists being the largest group.
• Tourism revenue reached €21.7 billion in 2024, with €3.7 billion contributed by German visitors alone.
• Santorini experienced a series of over 23,000 earthquakes since January 2025, with the strongest measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale, causing safety concerns.
• Bookings for Santorini have dropped by 23% compared to the previous year, and major airlines and cruise operators have reduced their schedules to the island.
• Experts warn that while seismic activity has decreased, a significant earthquake cannot be ruled out, and travel advisories remain in place for Santorini and nearby islands.