Europe’s ten intact and well -hidden “gems” are discovered by the British newspaper Express in its travel report, in collaboration with experts and specialists on international trips.

The popular informational media points out that “more and more are now looking for a different place for summer vacations. Indeed, it is not negligible for the percentage of travelers looking for enchanting sites that are not massive or too commercial and that will make the rest on social media wonder where these last remaining paradises are located. “

In the tenth place of her directory Express There is a Greek ‘participation’, with the Koufonissia to fascinate lovers of true escapes as’ they are two wonderful islands where everything is at short distances and are covered with exotic shores and turquoise waters“

The list includes in the rest of the Azores in Portugal, Signagki, Georgia, Tivat in Montenegro, Savamaa the largest island of Estonia, Lake Bohine in Slovenia, Spanish Costa Da Morte, Rumania Bulgaria.

In the same period, the British Mirror distinguishes her Heraklia as “the island of the European Union that has remained untouched by mass tourism”.

The extensive tribute states that “beyond the fancy islands of the Cyclades, the Aegean has a quality and serene side, which is best represented by Heraklia. The small population of the island has allowed the natural landscape to maintain its virgin beauty, offering unique moments to sought -after travelers. The architecture of both villages is typical Cycladic, with labyrinthine streets scattered with whitewashed houses, tiny well -preserved churches and characteristic blue doors and roofs. However, Heraklia leaves its unique mark through the traditional rural charm that “permeates” the island and the local rhythm of life. “

It is noted that the municipality’s effort is under way to promote the well -known and unknown aspects of Naxos and the small Cyclades through continuous contacts, exhibitions abroad, domestic and international television productions, social media promotion and journalistic missions from media.

“Starting in time since last September, our promotion program, our interest in Naxos and the small Cyclades, remains at a satisfactory level despite this year’s difficulties. We would like to thank the professionals who support our initiatives, as well as agencies such as the British EOT Office for the implementation of targeted actions. Overall arrivals in Naxos for May “closed” increasingly compared to last year, as a slight 3% drop in ferry arrivals was overwhelmed by impressive +31% in air arrivals, “said Naxos Tourism Deputy Mayor.