Passenger traffic to the Greek islands during the Easter period of 2025 was particularly high, despite the fact that Easter came earlier this year. According to official data from the Ferryhopper platform, Greek and European travellers mainly preferred destinations close to Attica, but also islands with an established tourist reputation.
The big protagonist of the days was the Aegina, which topped the preferences of all age groups - from Gen Z to Gen X - recording a rare «cross-generational» first place. It was followed by Corfu, the Tinos, the Paros and the Syros, with the Cyclades, the Eptanisa and the the islands of the Saronic Gulf gathering the lion's share of the Easter demand.
Top 10 most popular islands for Easter 2025 (Greek travellers)
- Aegina
- Corfu
- Tinos
- Paros
- Syros
- Mykonos
- Kea
- Crete
- Andros
- Kythnos
Kythera out of the top ten
Despite their unique character and their constant tourist value, Kythera is not included in this year's top ten, a fact that worries the tourism people on the island. Η ferry connection with the rest of Greece, which remains complex and limited compared to other islands, seems to be an inhibiting factor for direct accessibility during the festive season.
Trends from Europe
The European travellers also turned to Aegina, leaving aside - at least for the Easter period - more prominent destinations such as Mykonos. Paros, Hydra, Naxos, Milos, Santorini and Mykonos are also in the top ten, with a steady trend of choice. less saturated islands.
Options by age & family
Gen Z: Aegina, Paros
Millennials: Aegina, Tinos, Corfu
Gen X: Aegina, Corfu, Kythnos
Families: Crete, Corfu, Syros
What the data show
The Easter 2025 movement confirms a a shift to destinations with direct ferry access, traditional character and organized infrastructure. Η absence of Kythera of the first options brings to the fore the timeless issue of the transport isolation of the island, but also the need targeted tourism promotion to highlight its comparative advantages.
