Arrivals are up by 66% compared to 2018.
“In 2019, people arriving is up 66%, compared to 2018. In October 270 boats made it to the Greek islands, carrying a total of 9251 people. Arrivals has decreased 13.8% compared to September, boats arriving is down 12.6%. Demographics on the islands: Men 44%, Women 21% and Children 35%.”
See: Aegean Boat Report: October 2019 (link to pdf)