Yet another tribute from the British newspaper *The Telegraph* to the Elafonisos which once again surprised everyone this year with the number of visitors arriving from all over the world, during a tourist season that seems to never end, since there’s still a lot of activity even at this time of year.«The tiny island of Elafonisos could just as easily be in the Caribbean as in the Aegean. The sandy beaches, with sand as fine as… flour, and the turquoise sea are reminiscent of an exotic destination. The twin coves of Simos »They're the most photogenic, but they're usually packed with people.", is mentioned in the relevant article.
«We are completely satisfied with the visitor numbers,» said the Mayor of Elafonisos, Efi Liarou, adding: «We approached the markets systematically and strategically, highlighting the safety and quality of our tourism product. The response has vindicated our efforts, and we are now moving forward with planning for the next tourist season, emphasizing the combination of the destination’s attractions, from the island’s picturesque charm and beaches of unparalleled beauty to wedding tourism and the romance of the sunset.».
In conclusion, the head of the municipal government noted: «Elafonisos is indeed »chosen by nature,’ as our motto states. This year, just as last year, it has proven that it is also chosen by its friends. I feel the need to thank my colleagues at the municipality and especially the island’s professionals in the hospitality, food service, and entertainment sectors. Thanks to our joint efforts, we’ve achieved yet another success that gives us reason to look forward with optimism to the next tourist season.”.
