According to AirDNA’s latest report, Greece isn’t just keeping up with Europe—it’s leading the pack. Easter bookings in 2025 jumped by a jaw-dropping 77% compared to last year. That’s right, bookings in Greece outpaced Poland (36%) and Norway (35%), proving that the sun, sea, and Spanakopita combo is irresistible.
What’s fueling this frenzy? Easter landing late this year, on April 20th, for both Orthodox and Catholic calendars. Everyone’s banking on spring sunshine after last year’s March chill. With this timing, vacation demand now spills over into the weeks before and after Holy Week. Well-played, Mother Nature.
Highlights of AirDNA’s findings:
- Booking Spikes: 77% more demand compared to Easter 2024.
- Occupancy Rates: Up 3%—take what you can get, hosts.
- Greece Tops Europe: A 45% year-on-year increase in bookings.
Crete, Rhodes, and Corfu? Let’s just say they’re not quietly waiting for summer. Bookings in these island paradises have more than doubled (!) since last year.
And the Cities? Athens saw a 40% increase in Easter bookings, while Thessaloniki trailed closely with a 38% boost. Clearly, culture vultures and street-food addicts can’t resist a Greek city break.
The Easter Getaway Checklist
Wondering where everyone’s flocking this Easter? Here’s a cheat sheet of Easter hotspots, from buzzing metros to picture-perfect retreats:
- Crete (who doesn’t love a good souvlaki binge?)
- Rhodes
- Corfu (crowded? Yes. Worth it? Also, yes.)
- Ioannina and Pelion
- Patmos, where Easter gets extra spiritual (and scenic)
- Classic seaside escapes like Kavala and Loutra Edipsou
Greece’s short-term rental market shows no signs of slowing, with the combination of late Easter timings, irresistible destinations, and countless bargain-hunting travelers fueling the busiest spring in years. As for the rest of Europe? Sorry—not everyone can have feta and turquoise waters on their doorstep.