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Oct 12, 2024
Gastronomic Tours: The Delicious New Trend for Visitors to Athens
“Souvlaki. And baklava. And that round bread with sesame seeds. Koulouri! These are a few things I definitely want to try while I’m in Athens,” Grace says as we head from Syntagma Square toward Monastiraki early in the morning, trying with little success to avoid the heat.
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Oct 12, 2024
Lesvos: A Birdwatcher’s Paradise Full of Rare Species
Standing at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Lesvos is a haven for rare bird species, drawing birdwatchers from around the globe.
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Sep 28, 2024
Why Lipsi is the New Darling of the Travel World
This hidden gem of the Aegean is ranked among the world’s top exotic destinations.
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Sep 28, 2024
5+1 Must-Visit Byzantine Churches in Downtown Athens
Hidden amidst the modern streets of Athens are stunning examples of ecclesiastical architecture from a period often overlooked in favor of the city’s ancient monuments.
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Sep 12, 2024
Zakynthos’ Navagio Beach Viewing Platform Safety Overhaul Funding Approved
The green light was given for significant safety and aesthetic improvements to the famous Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach viewing platform on Zakynthos, following the approval of a €500,000 budget by the Minister of Interior, Theodore Livanios. This funding, requested by the Regional Unit of Zakynthos, will allow the Region of the Ionian Islands to proceed with substantial upgrades to the popular tourist site.
Navagio Beach, known for its iconic shipwreck, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. However, safety concerns have risen due to tourists climbing on dangerous cliffs to capture photos of the wreckage. In response to these concerns, a series of targeted interventions will soon be implemented to improve both the safety and overall visitor experience at the site.
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Sep 12, 2024
Athens Airport Passenger Traffic Soars Over 21 Million in January-August
Athens International Airport (AIA) set a new record during January-August, welcoming 21,260,634 travelers, a 13.9 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023.
Based on data of the airport, during the first eight months of 2024, the airport’s domestic and international passengers surpassed the 2023 levels by 7.8 percent and 16.6 percent, respectively.
August was a standout month for Athens Airport, with passenger traffic reaching 3.64 million, a 10.5 percent increase over last year. Domestic passengers totaled 1,090,872, while international travelers numbered 2,549,600, rising by 6.8 percent and 12.1 percent, respectively.
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Sep 05, 2024
KOUZINA 2024 Festival Honors Florina’s Gastronomy in Three-day Event
The unique culinary traditions of Florina take center stage at KOUZINA 2024, a gastronomy festival showcasing a three-day program filled with local recipes and cultural events.
The KOUZINA festival is an annual gastronomy event held in Eastern Halkidiki. Each year, renowned chefs, media representatives, and tourism professionals from Greece and across Europe visit the festival to explore the region’s beauty and savor its Greek cuisine.
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Sep 04, 2024
Thessaloniki’s New ‘ThessTicket’ and ‘ThessCard’ to Cover Both Bus and Metro Services
Efforts to redesign Thessaloniki’s transportation network, including the introduction of a new ticketing system, were commended by Greek Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Christos Staikouras during his visit to Thessaloniki on Tuesday.
Sep 03, 2024
Angsana Corfu Resort Shines as Romantic Backdrop in Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind: UK’
The idyllic Greek island of Corfu has once again captured international attention, this time as the stunning location for Netflix’s hit series “Love is Blind: UK”. The show’s producers have chosen the luxurious Angsana Corfu Resort and Spa as the overseas destination for the romantic getaway episodes in the series’ first UK season.
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Sep 03, 2024
Corinth Moves Forward with Plans for Scuba Diving Park to Boost Tourism
The Municipality of Corinth in the Peloponnese is exploring ways to develop a scuba diving park in an aim to attract more visitors to the city.
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Sep 03, 2024
Santorini’s Caldera Zone to Face Construction Freeze Under New Legislation
The Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy is poised to implement a freeze on all construction activities in the Caldera zone of Santorini and on the island of Therassia, according to a draft law currently under public review.
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Aug 31, 2024
Exploring the Roman Agora at Athens: A Visitor’s Guide
Nestled in the historic heart of Athens, the Roman Agora is an often-overlooked gem, where ancient cultures and architecture meet in a lively urban setting.
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Aug 31, 2024
Discover Sifnos: A Perfect 3-Day Island Getaway
Beaches, historical sites, and local cuisine: discover the best of the Cycladic island of Sifnos in just three days.
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Aug 29, 2024
Thessaloniki to Get Second Museum for Metro Artifacts, Says Culture Minister
Greek Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni on Monday provided an update on various projects overseen by the Ministry of Culture, with a focus on northern Greece. Notably, one of the highlighted projects is the construction of a new museum designed to display significant relics unearthed during the city’s metro excavations.
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Aug 28, 2024
Construction License Issued for New Panathinaikos Stadium in Athens
The Municipality of Athens on Tuesday announced the issuance of a construction license for a new 38,500-seat football stadium for the Panathinaikos sports club in the western Athens suburb of Votanikos.
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Aug 28, 2024
Thessaloniki Metro to Begin Operations on November 30, Says Greek PM
The Municipality of Athens on Tuesday announced the issuance of a construction license for a new 38,500-seat football stadium for the Panathinaikos sports club in the western Athens suburb of Votanikos.
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Aug 14, 2024
Greek-Language Films
There are many Greek language films available to watch on streaming services or to buy on DVD from places like Amazon and providing insights into Greek culture.
Aug 10, 2024
Serifos: The Island of Fragile Balances
Dozens of secluded beaches, a rich mining history, and a rugged landscape that has withstood the test of time.
Aug 07, 2024
INSETE: June International Arrivals to Greece Up 5.6% to 3.8 Million
June, marking the beginning of summer, was a standout month for tourist arrivals in Greece, according to data analysis by INSETE, the research institute of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE).
International arrivals at Greek airports reached 3.8 million in June, representing a 5.6 percent increase compared to June 2023. This equates to 203,000 more passengers arriving in the country than in the previous year.
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Jul 16, 2024
Kerameikos Ancient Site in Athens Getting New Visitor Facilities
Visitors to the Kerameikos archaeological site in central Athens will soon have new access through an entrance-exit point being developed on Agion Asomaton Street, directly across from Dipylou Street.
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Gastronomic Tours: The Delicious New Trend for Visitors to Athens
“Souvlaki. And baklava. And that round bread with sesame seeds. Koulouri! These are a few things I definitely want to try while I’m in Athens,” Grace says as we head from Syntagma Square toward Monast… -
Lesvos: A Birdwatcher’s Paradise Full of Rare Species
Standing at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Lesvos is a haven for rare bird species, drawing birdwatchers from around the globe. -
Why Lipsi is the New Darling of the Travel World
This hidden gem of the Aegean is ranked among the world’s top exotic destinations. -
5+1 Must-Visit Byzantine Churches in Downtown Athens
Hidden amidst the modern streets of Athens are stunning examples of ecclesiastical architecture from a period often overlooked in favor of the city’s ancient monuments. -
Zakynthos’ Navagio Beach Viewing Platform Safety Overhaul Funding Approved
The green light was given for significant safety and aesthetic improvements to the famous Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach viewing platform on Zakynthos, following the approval of a €500,000 budget by the Mi… -
Athens Airport Passenger Traffic Soars Over 21 Million in January-August
Athens International Airport (AIA) set a new record during January-August, welcoming 21,260,634 travelers, a 13.9 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023. Based on data of the airport, du… -
KOUZINA 2024 Festival Honors Florina’s Gastronomy in Three-day Event
The unique culinary traditions of Florina take center stage at KOUZINA 2024, a gastronomy festival showcasing a three-day program filled with local recipes and cultural events. The KOUZINA festival is… -
Thessaloniki’s New ‘ThessTicket’ and ‘ThessCard’ to Cover Both Bus and Metro Services
Efforts to redesign Thessaloniki’s transportation network, including the introduction of a new ticketing system, were commended by Greek Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Christos Staikouras d… -
Angsana Corfu Resort Shines as Romantic Backdrop in Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind: UK’
The idyllic Greek island of Corfu has once again captured international attention, this time as the stunning location for Netflix’s hit series “Love is Blind: UK”. The show’s producers have chosen the… -
Corinth Moves Forward with Plans for Scuba Diving Park to Boost Tourism
The Municipality of Corinth in the Peloponnese is exploring ways to develop a scuba diving park in an aim to attract more visitors to the city.
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Gastronomic Tours: The Delicious New Trend for Visitors to Athens
Oct 12, 24 04:38 AM
“Souvlaki. And baklava. And that round bread with sesame seeds. Koulouri! These are a few things I definitely want to try while I’m in Athens,” Grace says as we head from Syntagma Square toward Monast… -
Lesvos: A Birdwatcher’s Paradise Full of Rare Species
Oct 12, 24 04:38 AM
Standing at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Lesvos is a haven for rare bird species, drawing birdwatchers from around the globe. -
Why Lipsi is the New Darling of the Travel World
Sep 28, 24 04:13 AM
This hidden gem of the Aegean is ranked among the world’s top exotic destinations. -
5+1 Must-Visit Byzantine Churches in Downtown Athens
Sep 28, 24 04:13 AM
Hidden amidst the modern streets of Athens are stunning examples of ecclesiastical architecture from a period often overlooked in favor of the city’s ancient monuments. -
Zakynthos’ Navagio Beach Viewing Platform Safety Overhaul Funding Approved
Sep 12, 24 05:20 AM
The green light was given for significant safety and aesthetic improvements to the famous Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach viewing platform on Zakynthos, following the approval of a €500,000 budget by the Mi… -
Athens Airport Passenger Traffic Soars Over 21 Million in January-August
Sep 12, 24 05:20 AM
Athens International Airport (AIA) set a new record during January-August, welcoming 21,260,634 travelers, a 13.9 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023. Based on data of the airport, du… -
KOUZINA 2024 Festival Honors Florina’s Gastronomy in Three-day Event
Sep 05, 24 04:07 AM
The unique culinary traditions of Florina take center stage at KOUZINA 2024, a gastronomy festival showcasing a three-day program filled with local recipes and cultural events. The KOUZINA festival is… -
Thessaloniki’s New ‘ThessTicket’ and ‘ThessCard’ to Cover Both Bus and Metro Services
Sep 04, 24 05:36 AM
Efforts to redesign Thessaloniki’s transportation network, including the introduction of a new ticketing system, were commended by Greek Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Christos Staikouras d… -
Angsana Corfu Resort Shines as Romantic Backdrop in Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind: UK’
Sep 03, 24 04:10 AM
The idyllic Greek island of Corfu has once again captured international attention, this time as the stunning location for Netflix’s hit series “Love is Blind: UK”. The show’s producers have chosen the…
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