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Santorini Leads Cycladic Island Tourism Revenue

Santorini dominates Cycladic tourism earnings, but revenues dip 9% YoY.

Santorini remains the top Cycladic destination for earnings from accommodations and dining during July, August, and September. A study using data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority reported nearly €376 million in total revenue during these peak months.

However, this figure reflects a 9% drop compared to the same timeframe last year.

Santorini’s Revenue Breakdown

  • Accommodation income: €267.5 million
  • Catering services income: €108.1 million

Cycladic Revenue Rankings

  1. Santorini: €376 million
  2. Mykonos: Over €309 million
  3. Paros: Nearly €117 million
  4. Naxos: €89 million
  5. Milos: €60 million
  6. Syros: €28.6 million
  7. Tinos: €24 million
  8. Andros & Kea/Kythnos: €14 million each

Revenue Growth Highlights

  • Milos: 32.9% increase year-over-year
  • Paros: 23% increase year-over-year

Nationwide, total accommodation sector revenue reached €6.2 billion, a 6.9% rise compared to 2023. Meanwhile, catering services generated €3.7 billion, a 0.2% growth.

Categories: Greece
Kostas Raptis: Kostas Raptis is a reporter living in Heraklion, Crete, where he covers the fast-moving world of AI and smart technology. He first discovered the island in 2016 and never quite forgot it—finally making the move in 2022. Now based in the city he once only dreamed of calling home, Kostas brings a curious eye and a human touch to the stories shaping our digital future.
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