The exit of the excursionists for the three-day Holy Spirit weekend is underway

In progress since early morning the exit of holidaymakers for the three days of the Holy Spirit with the Traffic Police to be on foot applying increased measures throughout the road network of the country, in order to ensure the safe movement of citizens and the prevention and prevention of traffic accidents.

Within Attica, traffic is particularly increased from the forest of Haidario to the Aspropyrgos refineries, while delays of more than 20 minutes are noted on Attiki Odos from Aspropyrgos to the exit of Elefsina.

Increased traffic on the Athens-Corinthos road where delays are noted at the Elefsina toll road while vehicles are moving at low speeds up to Megara.

At the same time, drivers will encounter problems on the road section of the Athens-Corinth road between Agioi Theodoroi and the Kalamaki toll.

The picture is better on the Athens-Lamia highway where there are delays only at the Aphidna toll road.

Recalled until 13:00 at noon the movement of trucks is prohibited on the exit of the highways.

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Smaller this year the exit on the Holy Spirit weekend - Winning destinations “outsiders”

Fewer Greeks traveled this year to domestic destinations on the occasion of the feast of the Holy Spirit, as stressed in APE-MPE the president of the federation of travel agencies in the country FedHatta, Lysander Tsilidis. Specifically, he speaks of a 15% drop in domestic mobility compared to last year, which he attributes to economic reasons.

During this period, island destinations and those that are close to urban centers and of course have beaches are the most popular. In any case, Mykonos and Santorini has reduced mobility and for the Greek public, while Paros and Naxos moved upwards for the three days of the Holy Spirit. Meanwhile, the South Aegean islands are also moving well this period, while Crete has very good mobility, with Chania and Rethymnon attracting significant shares of Greeks, as Mr. Tsilidis notes.

This 3-day winning destinations “outsiders” in Greece

According to data from Aegean, destinations that guarantee less «noisy» holidays and are often left behind in favour of the more popular or “must have” destinations, but promise quieter, more authentic or possibly more economical getaways, away from the big crowds and “celebrities”, “steal the show”.

Interesting is the trend recorded for destinations such as Skiathos, Ikaria, Chios, Chios, Lemnos, Mytilini and Kythera, without this of course meaning that the Cyclades are still a favourite destination for Greeks, especially the younger ones. A trend which, apart from the development of the regions themselves, contributes to the effort made to spread the Greek tourist product to more destinations in the country.

Of course destinations such as Heraklion, Chania and Rhodes always remain at a high level, but tend to have last minute bookings.

For those who now want to travel at the last minute, Pricefox shows how much it will cost you to drive to some of the best summer destinations by the sea.

Porto Heli

Porto Heli is a favourite destination, ideal for a relaxing getaway by the sea. The cost of petrol and tolls is €29 per trip, while accommodation for the period 21-24 June costs €320. The total price for the three days is 378 € , which corresponds to 189 € per person.

Eretria

Eretria offers an economical solution for you who need an escape close to Attica. With a travel cost of 17 € / way and accommodation at 230 € , the total price is 264 € , or 132 € per person.

Parga

For you who want to explore the beautiful landscapes of Epirus, Parga is an ideal choice. Travel costs are €95 per way, with accommodation at €221, making the total cost for the three days €411, or €205.5 per person.

Afissos

Afissos in Pagasitikos Gulf is an excellent choice for a peaceful holiday combining mountain and sea. Transport costs €70 per way, while accommodation costs €163. In total, the cost for the three days is €303, or €151.5 per person.

Gythio

Gythio in Laconia is also a worthy choice. With a travel cost of €55 per way and accommodation at €260, the total cost is €370, or €185 per person.

Zacharo

Zacharo, known for its wonderful beach, is a relatively affordable choice for the three-day trip. Travel costs are €50 per trip and accommodation is €217 , for a total cost of €317 , or €158.5 per person.

Lefkada

Lefkada is one of the most popular destinations in the Ionian Sea. With a travel cost of 85 € / way and accommodation 230 € , the total cost is 400 € , or 200 € per person.

Cost of the trip starting from Thessaloniki

Halkidiki - Afitos (1st leg)

Afitos in Halkidiki is a popular choice for the residents of Thessaloniki - and not only! Travel costs amount to 12 € / trip, while accommodation costs 260 € . In total, the cost for the three-day trip is 284 € , or 142 € per person.

Halkidiki - Neos Marmaras (2nd leg)

Neos Marmaras is among the economic destinations with a travel cost of 17 € / trip and accommodation 155 € . The total price is 189 € , or 94.5 € per person.

Kavala

Kavala is an ideal choice for a getaway that combines summer diving with cultural interests. The cost of travel is €28 per trip and accommodation is €137, for a total cost of €193, or €96.5 per person.

Platamonas

Platamonas, with its famous castle, is easily accessible from Thessaloniki. Travel costs amount to 22 € / trip, while accommodation is 149 € . The total cost is 193 € , or 96.5 € per person.

Sivota

Sivota with the green waters of the Ionian Sea are among the popular destinations. With travel costs of 60 € / way and accommodation 173 € , the total cost for the three-day Holy Spirit weekend in Sivota is 293 € , or 146.5 € per person.