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Dive into Greece's rich maritime past as we explore four underwater archaeological sites that will soon be open to diving enthusiasts.
Continue reading "4 Visitable Underwater Archaeological Sites in Greece"
The unique annual Clean Monday celebration in Galaxidi is the perfect excuse for a three-day getaway to this seaside town.
Continue reading "Flour Wars in Galaxidi: The Most Colorful Clean Monday Tradition"
By the sea, atop a mountain, or flying kites in the park, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to idyllic picnic spots in Attica this Clean Monday.
Continue reading "5 Spots in Attica for the Perfect Clean Monday Picnic"
A thriving family business that manufactures high-quality products, invests in innovative ideas, and helps to keep Greece's periphery alive.
Continue reading "Flourmills Thrakis: A Flourishing Legacy Rooted in Alexandroupoli"
Greek airline company AEGEAN and the country’s airports are gearing up for two busy weekends ahead of the Clean Monday and Greek Independence Day holidays as travelers plan to jet off to international destinations as well as domestic locations.
According to data provided by AEGEAN from its hubs in Athens and Thessaloniki, passenger traffic at Greek airports is set to increase these days for both upcoming three-day weekends.
Continue reading "Greeks ‘Escaping’ Abroad and to the Islands for 3-Day Weekend Holidays"
The Municipality of Mytilini on the island of Lesvos recently announced the city’s first international music festival that will take place this summer.
According to Deputy Mayor Erifili Hioteli, the festival will aim to boost the island’s development; normalize relations with Türkiye; and integrate immigrants through culture.
The “Mytilini Municipality Music Festival 2024” will take place from July 25 to August 4 and feature concerts by prominent artists and music groups as well as amateur and student ensembles.
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Short-term rentals across Greece are seeing occupancy rates rise, as the three-day Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera) weekend approaches, primarily in the top 2 carnival towns, Patra and Xanthi, in Greece.
Continue reading "Airbnb’s at Greek Carnival Destinations Almost Fully Booked"
Flights between Athens and Beijing, via Air China, will increase from three to five weekly flights, starting April 1.
Continue reading "Air China Increases Weekly Flights to Athens from Beijing"
Greek ferry company Seajets, aiming to offer high quality transport services, recently added the high-speed vessel EuroChampion Jet to its fleet.
The latest member of the Seajets’ family arrived at Piraeus Port in early March and will soon be painted in the company’s livery. The EuroChampion Jet will join the company’s two flagships, World Champion Jet, the fastest high-speed vessel with a Guinness record and Tera Jet, the largest high-speed vessel worldwide.
The EuroChampion Jet (formerly HSC Natchan Rera) was built in 2007 in Australia by Incat. With a length of 112.6 meters and a width of 31 meters, it is an impressive combination of size and speed. The vessel’s great advantage is its ability to carry 1,500 passengers and 380 vehicles.
Continue reading "Seajets’ New High-speed Vessel Arrives in Piraeus Port"
Marketing Greece recently released a new video, in collaboration with Aegean Airlines, promoting the beauty of the Athenian Riviera and the experiences it offers visitors to the Greek capital.
Continue reading "Athenian Riviera: Athens Coastal Area Stars in New Video"
Unlike its noisy neighbour Mykonos, this peaceful island is known for its laid-back cafe-bars, taverna dinners and ancient footpaths that link beautiful villages
In Central Macedonia, a few young women are making some innovative, thoughtful wines.
Join us as we explore the most interesting casual eateries in the Greek capital, where you can discover wonderful flavors and exciting spaces in which to refuel.
Continue reading "Hot Stuff! A Foodie’s Guide to the Best Eateries in Athens"
With 80 lively events spread across 55 diverse locations, the pulse of the carnival resonates throughout the Municipality of Athens. From lively Tsiknopempti festivities to spirited carnival celebrations, the city comes alive with traditions and merrymaking. For 23 days, every corner of the city becomes a stage for music, dance, and cultural revelry, creating memories to cherish for years to come.
Continue reading "2024 Athens Carnival - Festivities Around The City"
Greece claimed the accolade for “Europe’s Leading Destination 2024” at the 31st World Travel Awards (WTA) Europe Gala Ceremony at the Ritz-Carlton in Berlin that revealed the continent’s best of the best across all sectors of the tourism industry. Greece had won the same title in 2021 and 2006.
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Hotels on Santorini, Greece, in the Cyclades, range from luxury choices to good cheap accommodation in Fira, with caldera views.
Athens Airport hotels include the luxury Sofitel at the terminals, Holiday Inn near the airport, and others close by like the Hotel Pantheon.
Greek carrier AEGEAN has added a fourth flight from Athens to London’s Heathrow Airport after securing another slot at the UK’s most important international hub.
The new flight significantly expands the choices of passengers, while improving connectivity to the Greek islands via Athens and will operate daily, except Saturday, with departure times from Athens at 16.00 local and from London/Heathrow at 19.00 local.
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For the first time, Greece will introduce steep fines for obstructing access to public beaches under a new shoreline use law passed in parliament this week.
Continue reading "Greek Lawmakers Take Action to Protect Public Beach Access"
On the island of Kasos, in the far south of the Aegean, Giannis Vonapartis and Mary Diakaki keep alive the great tradition of mitata cheesemaking.
Continue reading "Vonapartis: Traditional Mitata Cheeses from Kasos"