Corfu
Widespread criticism over passenger traffic at airport
CORFU. We reviewed the comments under the article presenting the airport data—call it market research if you like. The rise in airport traffic is a genuine statistical fact. The real question is what exactly is being measured and how much of that traffic ultimately remains in Corfu.
Air arrivals increase by 10.8% in May, led by British visitors
CORFU. Around 494,000 passengers passed through Corfu ‘Ioannis Capodistrias’ Airport in May 2026. Of these, 269,016 were arrivals and just 1,540 were transit passengers, underlining the island’s role as a final destination rather than a connecting hub.
Municipal Theatre as an icon: What Corfu is really nostalgic for
CORFU. It was not merely a replica of La Scala in Milan, nor simply a victim of bombing. The old Municipal Theatre was the aristocratic legacy appropriated by the common people, and its loss continues to haunt Corfu’s self-image.
Enough of the surprise over way tourism market is evolving
CORFU. Every summer, tourism professionals rediscover the consequences of a model they helped build: unchecked growth without rules, limits, or planning. But the market does not shape a place—it simply allocates power and profit on its own terms.
Commemorative event at Athenian Club marking Corfu Reading Society’s 190th anniversary
CORFU. The event was opened by Mr. Koukoulomatis, President of the Athenian Club.
“Sea Wolves – Guardians of the Sea”: An initiative by Mar-Bella Collection in collaboration with Corfu Mermaids
CORFU. Saturday 23 May at Agios Ioannis Peristeron beach.
Tourist season begins with double-digit growth at Corfu International Airport
CORFU. Passenger traffic at Corfu International Airport increased by 11% in April, with more than 189,000 passengers passing through the airport. The performance significantly exceeds the average growth rate of airports managed by Fraport Greece.
From Waste to Sustainability: The message of the Corfu Food & Wine Festival
CORFU. The circular economy, the reduction of food waste, and sustainability were at the heart of an open interactive event held as part of the 8th Corfu Food & Wine Festival at Faliraki, where pupils, families, and visitors experienced firsthand how the everyday management of food can be connected to respect for the environment and local production.
Today, accountability; the day after tomorrow, reimposition of 2025 increases
CORFU. The issue of improperly collected payments and possible refunds to residents is being brought before the Municipal Council by Giorgos Karydis, while the municipal administration cites financial inability.
New Schengen checks raise fears of queues at Corfu airport and port
CORFU. The full implementation of the European Entry/Exit System increases the processing time for non-EU passengers, raising concerns about delays for summer arrivals at the airport and port.
Introduction of v-Corfu project to students at Corfu Prison Second Chance School
CORFU. On the occasion of International Museum Day 2026.
Complaints about condition of Karousades Junior High School
CORFU. Structural cracks, subsidence, and flooding are fueling growing concern, as engineering reports have yet to be finalised.
Bronze Award for V-Museum Corfu: Digital ‘heart’ of Corfu shines at Tourism Awards 2026
CORFU. Elisavet Pravita and Ioannis Kanakaris win award in the ‘New Museums and Visitable Cultural Sites’ category.
΄Estia΄ connects Corfu and Serbia
CORFU. Saturday 2 May at Garitsa & Anemomylos Park.
Corfu at the pinnacle: historic success for Corfu Beer in London!
CORFU. Four international awards at the ‘London Beer Competition 2026’ for the 20th anniversary of the Corfu Brewery.
Corfu Garden Festival 2026: A celebration of nature and culture
CORFU. 25 April - 3 May
“The Sea Wolves – Guardians of the Sea”: An initiative by Mar-Bella Collection in partnership with Mermaids Corfu
CORFU. Saturday 23 May on Agios Ioannis Peristeron beach.
French frigate ΄Alsace΄ in Corfu Port
CORFU. The ship΄s construction began in 2016 at the DCNS shipyards in Lorient, it was launched in 2019, and it entered service in 2021. Since then, it has been based at the naval base in Toulon.
