CharterShop, a leading charter flight company, has announced that flights to Rhodes have already commenced from several international destinations, including Katowice (Poland) and Tallinn (Estonia). These services will continue through April to August 2025, signaling an early and promising start to the island’s tourism season.

First Charter Flight Arrival: March 29

The first charter flight of the season is expected at Rhodes Airport on March 29. According to Giannis Papavasileiou, President of the Rhodes Hoteliers Association, 2025 is shaping up to be a robust year, with a steady increase in bookings. Many of these are early bookings, spurred by discounts of up to 20%, positioning Rhodes to potentially break new tourism records.

Double-Digit Growth Across Greece

Giannis Chatzis, President of the Hellenic Federation of Hoteliers, confirmed that both Rhodes and Crete are witnessing double-digit growth in bookings—a trend emphasized during the recent ITB Berlin tourism exhibition.

With pre-bookings up 12% across all markets, Rhodes is firmly on track for a record-breaking season. This growth aligns with broader national trends, with Rhodes emerging as a key destination.

Surge in Demand from German-Speaking and Eastern European Markets

Interest from German-speaking countries, Eastern Europe, and Scandinavia is especially promising, with demand for Rhodes up by 17%, according to data from the DERTOUR Group.

The Return of German Tourists

One of the standout insights from ITB Berlin was the strong comeback of German tourists—Rhodes’ second-largest market. Despite previous economic and energy concerns, German travelers are returning in force, driven by political stability and renewed traveler confidence.

Last year, German bookings lagged behind other markets, but 2025 marks a clear turnaround, with notable growth already evident. There’s also heightened interest in travel during September and October, with October now the most popular month for German visitors. Additionally, there’s growing curiosity for travel into mid-November, though it remains to be seen if this will convert into solid bookings.

GoTixy Leads the Way: 18% Surge in Attraction Pre-Bookings

GoTixy: Your Gateway to Top Attractions and Experiences

Local tourism powerhouse GoTixy reports an impressive 18% increase in pre-bookings for Rhodes’ top attractions, including the Acropolis of Lindos, the Palace of the Grand Master, and the popular Farma of Rhodes.

Nearly all travelers are now enhancing their visit by combining entrance tickets with Self-Guided Audio Tours, available exclusively through GoTixy’s smart bundles. These bundles are exceptionally priced, starting at €4 for the Acropolis of Lindos and €5 for the Palace.Beyond Rhodes, GoTixy offers an extensive selection of audio guides for destinations throughout Greece such as Rhode’s Old Town, including remote regions and small islands, accessible via Travel Audio Guides.

With Travel Audio Guides, travelers enjoy seamless access to cultural experiences, combining convenience, value, and rich historical insights.