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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.
Corfu Technical Chamber (TEE) calls for tourism spatial plan based on carrying capacity and local identity
CORFU. Corfu Technical Chamber (TEE) is participating in the consultation on the new Special Spatial Framework for Tourism, calling for evidence-based planning based on the carrying capacity of each area, special rules for Airbnb-style short-term rentals, and measures to relieve pressure on already saturated destinations.
Albanians show how it΄s done
CORFU. In Zvërnec, people are not protesting over flags or ethnic identities. They are protesting for their land, the environment, and the right of local communities to have a say in the development of their region.
Corfu in cruise and same-day visitor tracking network following Dubrovnik model
CORFU. At last, policies and public discussions should move beyond simply counting arrivals and departures. Corfu is taking part in a tourism pressure monitoring programme focused on cruise activity and day visitors, together with destinations such as Rhodes.
Donation of defibrillator to Gastouri by Achilleion Cultural Society
CORFU. This will be followed by a training session on its proper use by paramedics on Saturday, May 23.
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.
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.
Battle over land use in Corfu: Tourism, Development, and Carrying Capacity
ATHENS. Debate has already begun over the island’s carrying capacity, unplanned development, and major investments, as local stakeholders seek to shape the final decisions before the relevant decrees are officially published.
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.
Ionian Islands at Swedish tourist exhibition
CORFU. The Ionian Islands Regional Authority took part in a tourist exhibition in Sweden.
Workshop on Sustainable Development of Nautical Tourism at Corfu Port Authority
CORFU. Tuesday, April 28, (09:30–14:00), in the Corfu Port Authority Meeting Room, New Port.
Tourism, Nature and Culture: Fresh approaches at the NEST Conference in Corfu
CORFU. Corfu is hosting the international NEST conference on Thursday and Friday, April 23–24, bringing together leading scientists and stakeholders to focus on sustainable and resilient tourism, with an emphasis on the Mediterranean and the challenges of climate change.
No biometric checks required for British tourists in 2026
ATHENS. So far, no formal regulation has been issued—such as publication in the Government Gazette—and there is no known EU-level exemption from the EES regulation.
Analysis of key tourism markets for Corfu
CORFU. The pressure has not yet led to fewer arrivals, but it is influencing traveller behaviour.
Start of tourism season in Corfu
CORFU. Corfu on the favourable side of developments. The market is witnessing a rally in fuel prices. Tourist destinations changing due to the war in the Gulf.
Central Corfu Municipality at Berlin Tourism Fair
CORFU. This year, the participation of the Ionian University Department of Tourism at the Municipality’s booth was particularly significant.
Gastouri landslide repairs and lighting improvements
CORFU. Groundwater in the area triggered a landslide, leading to the subsidence of part of the road.
