Visitors coming by plane, bus and boat to Corfu for Easter

A record number of visitors is expected in Corfu this Easter, according to tourism professionals. Hotel occupancy rates in the town centre are at the maximum, and now only through cancellations can one hope to find available rooms for those days.

Although the situation in hotels was entirely different last month, as the Vice President of the Corfu Hoteliers Association, Spyros Rokas, told Enimerosi, numbers have surged recently, and now accommodation can only be found by those who act quickly.

Due to the fact that this year's Easter falls late and is within the tourist season, with international flights now operating daily in double-digit numbers, it's only to be expected that available beds have become scarce. Since all the events take place in the old town, enthusiasts are desperately seeking accommodation within the historic centre to be as close as possible to the core of the religious events, with their unique customs, processions, the Epitaphios, and the first Resurrection with the famous botides (clay pots) that provide a unique experience for visitors.

"Until a month ago, interest was subdued, but that has changed as it has surged recently," Mr. Rokas said. "Hotel bookings in the town are above 97%, and those in the rest of the island range between 80%-85%." Regarding the cost of overnight stays, it varies depending on the services provided and the hotel category, with room rates ranging from €100 to €600 - €700, and there is also a minimum stay requirement.

According to the President of the Association of Corfu Travel Agents (AOCTA), Dimitris Diavatis, a good season overall seems evident, particularly at Easter. He told Enimerosi that because hotels will be open due to Easter, it is highly likely that we will surpass last year's visitor numbers, which were very high.

Occupancy rates are also very satisfactory in rental accommodations, according to the President of the Corfu Federation of Tourist Accommodation Owners, Pericles Katsaros. He told Enimerosi that many of them have already opened, with most starting operations for this season on May Day - May 1st. He even estimated that for this year's Easter, Corfu will break visitor records, as it will be celebrated within the tourist season, which is proceeding positively. "The highest occupancies are always in the town, as all events take place there," he said. "It's very difficult to find a room in the town centre for those days, but there are options outside. The cost of staying in rental rooms varies from €60 to €400 depending on the services offered."

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