The Municipality of Astypalaia has reported a positive response to its participation in World Travel Market London 2026, held from 3 to 5 November, creating further opportunities to promote the island internationally.
With support from the municipality's tourism promotion consultancy, a series of scheduled professional meetings took place at the South Aegean Region's stand.
The municipality highlighted the response from experienced travel writers contributing to leading international publications, including The Guardian and The Times, as well as travel bloggers and social media influencers interested in the island's attractions, experiences and prospects.
Presentations showcased the many aspects of the “Butterfly of the Aegean”. They emphasised its natural beauty and authentic landscape, specialist and alternative forms of tourism offering distinctive travel experiences, local products and gastronomy, and international innovations and sustainability initiatives that strengthen its contemporary tourism identity.
Particular attention was also given to briefing tourism professionals from the United Kingdom, Italy, the United States and other international markets. They expressed interest in both Astypalaia's tourism offering and transport connections to the island.
The positive response provides a basis for developing new partnerships and raising Astypalaia's profile in markets interested in authentic, distinctive destinations.
“The benefits of participating extend beyond the three days of the exhibition. Our priority is to maintain communication and make use of opportunities to present Astypalaia as effectively as possible,” Deputy Mayor Kostas Kampylis said.
