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The Quiet Greek Island Unchanged for Centuries Could Become a Top Tourist Destination in 2027
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The Quiet Greek Island Unchanged for Centuries Could Become a Top Tourist Destination in 2027

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Ithaca could see a major increase in visitors in 2027 after Christopher Nolan’s film “The Odyssey” boosted international interest.
  • The island offers quiet beaches, olive groves, archaeological sites and museums, including attractions in the capital, Vathy.
  • Visitors can reach Ithaca via Kefalonia, followed by a drive to Sami and a ferry crossing.

Ithaca, the Greek island often overlooked by tour operators, is being tipped for a surge in visitors in 2027 after the international success of Christopher Nolan’s film “The Odyssey.”

Unlike its more popular neighboring islands, Ithaca is presented as a quieter destination, with extensive olive groves, secluded coves and beaches suited to diving and relaxation. In the capital, Vathy, visitors can see one of the world’s largest natural harbors and visit the Archaeological Museum, which displays finds from the Roman era.

The island also offers the Nautical and Folklore Museum, operating since 1923, and archaeological sites such as the School of Homer and Aetos, an ancient acropolis built on a hill. Sunvil describes Ithaca as having “remained almost unchanged for centuries,” offering an authentic Greek experience away from crowds and modern influences.

remained almost unchanged for centuries

— SunvilThe travel company’s description of Ithaca’s character.

Among the beaches highlighted is Gidaki, known for white pebbles and clear water and accessible on foot or by boat. Filiatro is easier to reach, only a few minutes by road from Vathy, and has sun loungers, a beach bar and shade beneath olive trees. A visitor praised its turquoise water, calm conditions, diving, parking, toilets and paddleboard rentals.

Travelers can also visit nearby Kefalonia, as well as Lefkada, Corfu and Zakynthos during the season. Accommodation mainly consists of villas with views and private pools. The suggested route involves flying to Kefalonia, with fares starting at £28 per flight, driving about 30 minutes to the port of Sami, and taking a ferry to Ithaca for another 30 minutes.

I love this beach, easy parking, turquoise waters, calm, ideal for diving, toilets, SUP rental, our children had fun, plenty of shade under the olive trees.

— VisitorThe visitor praised Filiatro Beach’s facilities and conditions.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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