According to the magazine, these are three examples of islands that, despite their incomparable beauty, resist the “sirens” of mass tourism
Astypalaia, Naxos and Ios are on the Spanish-language National Geographic’s green list of Greek destinations entitled “the islands that want to be free”.
According to the magazine, Astypalaia, Naxos and Ios are three examples of islands that, despite their incomparable beauty, resist the “sirens” of mass tourism.
Astypalea, Naxos and Ios are three examples of islands that, despite their beauty, have resisted the siren calls of invading tourism. This is his history. https://t.co/gxQSb7tshe
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Regarding Astypalaia, Meso reports that the 1,300 inhabitants of the small beautiful island together with the Municipality prove that the “green” way of life is possible. Traditional public transport and private vehicles have started to be replaced by electric units, the network of charging stations is expanding and an e-car sharing service is already operating. According to the article, the Municipality of Naxos & Small Cyclades has made clear its intention to change “bow” towards alternative forms of tourism, such as hiking and cycling. The island of Ariadne is blessed with an impressive coastline, fertile and bright valleys, historical monuments and a “mythical” mountain, Mount Zas. Finally, it is emphasized that the Municipality of Ieton has taken many steps forward in saving the most valuable commodity in the Greek islands, water. Recently the enchanting island of Homer received an award for the “intelligent” management of water resources, while a large program of planting new trees and flowering plants was completed.
“In Ios we plan the next day based on the environment, culture and special forms of tourism, so that together with the beaches, entertainment and gastronomy we become a model destination with many charming contrasts“, states the mayor of Ieton, Gikas Gikas.
“Astypalaia is constantly evolving into a combined travel experience of sustainability and authenticity that has given a new identity and impetus to the Aegean butterfly“, points out the mayor of Astypalaia, Nikos Komineas.
“Our story about Naxos, as the only island in the Cyclades with such a wide variety of alternative activities, impresses, with tourist flows being maintained even after August“, explains the Deputy Mayor of Tourism of Naxos and Small Cyclades, Vangelis Katsaras.
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