What are this year’s trends in travelers’ movements to the Greek islands? Ferryscanner, Greece’s leading platform for searching and booking ferry tickets, analyzed this year’s booking data and identified five key traveler types that stand out in summer 2025. From independent solo travelers to families preferring organized vacations and those choosing extended relaxation, each group follows its own travel style, with a common preference for Greek islands as summer holiday destinations.
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The solo traveler (27.3% of total bookings)
The most independent category of travelers holds a significant percentage of this year’s bookings. Young people aged 18 to 30 particularly stand out, accounting for 45.5% of solo bookings, with an average stay of 3.5 days. They prefer flexibility, budget-friendly solutions, and short getaways, boosting the popularity of spontaneous, individual trips.
The family (11.7% of total bookings)
Families plan trips with emphasis on organization and balance between relaxation and practicality. Millennials (31–45 years old) dominate age-wise, with 22.4% of their bookings involving family vacations. The average trip duration reaches 3.9 days.
The weekend traveler
Those who make the most of every available opportunity for short getaways. They prefer nearby destinations, easy access, and practical organization. Their escapes last 3–4 days, and this category includes both younger people and working professionals with limited time.
The mature traveler (45–60 years old)
Approaches travel with comfort and planning. 16.6% of this group’s bookings involve family trips, while the average vacation duration reaches 4.5 days. These are travelers who choose islands with good infrastructure and prefer stability and organization.
The extended stay traveler (60+)
Travelers over 60 choose longer vacation durations (4.8 days on average), preferring quieter destinations. Solo bookings are limited (12.1%), indicating a preference for accompanied travel or organized groups.
It’s worth noting that Ferryscanner remains a reliable ally for every type of traveler in 2025. With user-friendly search, complete price transparency, and extensive route coverage, Ferryscanner makes trip planning simple and enjoyable, whether it’s a short escape, family vacation, or extended relaxation in the Greek islands.
