Forbes 30 under 30: Konstantinos & Phaedra Lourdi
Konstantinos (25) and Phaedra Lourdi (26) have been recognized in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Greece 2025 list as part of the 30 most impactful people under the age of 30, for their impact through Fishing Trips. Konstantinos is a mechanical engineering student at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), and Phaedra holds degrees […]
Fishing Tourism: A Sustainable Path to Ocean Health
Introduction: Addressing the Overfishing Crisis Overfishing, the extraction of fish at a rate exceeding their natural replenishment, poses a severe global threat to marine ecosystems and human livelihoods (Afe, n.d.; MSC, n.d.). Since 1970, the number of overfished stocks has tripled, with over one-third of global fish stocks now exploited unsustainably (MSC, n.d.). This crisis […]
The Art of Ancient Fishing in Greece: Tuna Fishing in Greece’s Franchthi Cave, 7000 BC
1. Introduction Franchthi Cave, or Frankhthi Cave (Greek: Σπήλαιον Φράγχθι), is an archaeological site of paramount importance, overlooking Kilada Bay, in the Argolic Gulf, opposite the village of Kilada in southeastern Argolis, Greece (“Franchthi Cave,” Wikipedia). Its uniqueness lies in its exceptionally long and continuous sequence of occupation, extending from approximately 38,000 BC (Upper Paleolithic) […]
Fishing Trips: From Local Waters to Global Recognition
In the article by Argolidas News, George Lourdis, co-ounder of Fishing Trips, outlines the company’s ambitious goals for establishing Greece as a leading international fishing tourism destination within three years. A major highlight is their initiative to launch the world’s first fully accessible fishing boat for all disabilities. Lourdis recaps key milestones, including a 2021 […]
Young Blood Fuels Fishing Tourism in Greece
Young Blood Fuels Fishing Tourism in Greece Younger generations are reshaping fishing tourism and steering Greece toward global recognition. Three stakeholders share their vision with ‘To Vima International Edition’ Greece is home to the longest coastline in Europe and boasts boat-building and fishing traditions that go back to antiquity. Up until fairly recently, the country’s […]
Catch less, earn more: the reinvention of Mediterranean fishing
In partnership with the European Commission Copyright euronews By Denis Loctier Published on 22/11/2022 – 18:30 GMT+1•Updated 19:08 Share this article Small-scale fishers in Croatia and Greece are finding new ways to face up to environmental and economic challenges. Small-scale fishers make up half of all those employed in Europe’s fishing sector. Yet when it comes to policymaking, they […]
Unlocking Greece’s Fishing Tourism Potential
In an interview with itn Ελληνικός Τουρισμός, George Lourdis, founder of Fishing Trips, expresses optimism about Greece’s ability to become a leading fishing tourism destination globally. With 235 licensed fishing boats already participating, the goal is to reach over 1,000 vessels by 2025. He highlights the 2022 Memorandum of Cooperation signed by key ministers and […]
Greece’s Ministries Sign Pact to Boost Fishing Tourism with Fishing Trips
On February 17, 2022, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Greek Ministry of Agricultural Development & Food and the Ministry of Tourism, aiming to develop a strategic plan to promote fishing tourism nationwide. The initiative is part of a broader campaign to raise awareness and boost sustainable economic growth through fishing tourism. Present […]
Peloponnese Region Boosts Fishing Tourism in Argolis
On May 22-23 of 2021, the Peloponnese Region, in cooperation with the Development Agency Parnonas, held informative events in Argolis to promote fishing tourism. The first event took place at the fish market of Nea Kios on May 22 at 7 PM, followed by a second at the John and George Hotel in Tolo on […]
Region of Peloponnese Launches Fishing Tourism Campaign
On May 16, 2021, the Region of Peloponnese launched its awareness campaign on fishing tourism with the first event held in Paralio Astros. The goal was to inform and engage local fishing professionals and tourism stakeholders on how to develop this emerging and sustainable form of tourism. One of the key speakers was George Lourdis, […]