Greece’s high-speed ferry operators cut ticket prices by up to 32%

Ticket prices for high-speed ferries have been cut by up to 32% for this season for all destinations, according to Vasilis Kikilias, the Greek minister of maritime affairs and insular policy.

Ferry operators in Greece have launched a wave of discounts, which especially benefit Greek families and larger groups.

The Greek minister spoke about the up to 32% reduction in ticket prices on high-speed ferries, explaining that the intervention was made following the non-increase in ticket prices on conventional ships and within the framework of an overall policy with a social dimension, which aims to strengthen the middle class and support the Greek family.

The market had announced that from May 1 Greece would have 13%-15% increases in conventional ferry tickets. This would not have been easily absorbed by the Greek society, the minister said, adding that the Greek government made a great effort by bringing a provision to the parliament, reducing port fees by 50%, so that Greece could contain prices.

The minister underlined that the move sought to maintain affordability for both Greeks and tourists traveling