This year’s itineraries connecting Thessaloniki with the islands of the Northern Sporades began with increased interest. The ferry line significantly boosts tourist traffic to Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos, attracting travelers from Northern Greece and the Balkan countries. In fact, the region’s stakeholders are calling for the connection to be made permanent, underlining its developmental nature and its contribution to the extension of the tourist season.
According to estimates and data from tourism stakeholders, this year’s season is expected to present increased demand for this particular line, with significant benefits for the local economy. Weekly itineraries have already been planned, strengthening the possibilities for connecting and serving tourists.
At the same time, the need for maintenance and further support of the line is emphasized, which is not only a transportation tool but also a development tool for the wider region. The tourist world expresses its satisfaction with the momentum that is developing, while it is noted that the continuation of the connection should be accompanied by stability, quality of services, and long-term planning.
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