The declaration, issued through a Presidential Decree, was published Thursday in the Government Gazette, just a day after the formal unveiling of the country’s comprehensive Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) framework.
Bookings have been made from an impressive 112 countries, each contributing at least one reservation, and domestic tourism is also on the rise. Greek travelers booked 12.6% more stays compared to last year’s Easter, highlighting a robust rebound in internal demand.
Today and tomorrow are also expected to be the peak of the Easter outings. According to sources in the ferry market, bookings are running at about the same level as last year. From today until Good Friday, in fact, the occupancy rate on most routes for the Cyclades is 100%, while for the islands of the North Aegean, Crete and the Dodecanese it is about 60%.
The official act establishing it was published today, following an initiative by the Ministry of Environment and Energy, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other competent ministries.
In its inaugural ranking, the index assesses 82 countries worldwide based on 24 key factors influencing immigration decisions. Each country receives a comprehensive score out of 100, reflecting its overall appeal for newcomers. Greece secured the 38th position with a score of 38.3.
The country ranks among the top ten globally for projected net inflows of millionaires in 2024, securing the eighth position. The UAE tops the list, followed by the United States.
