Two fishermen from Nea Roda, Halkidiki, saved a dolphin which was tangled in fishing nets. Costas Axiotis and Kyriakos Vorisis were fishing on their boat near a rocky shore at Akrotiri Arapis,…
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On December 22nd the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Agia Anastasia Pharmakolitria, Saint Protector of poison and other harmful substances. The Great Martyr Anastasia the “Deliverer from Potions”, also Anastasia the Healer or Anastasia of Sirmium was martyred…
Four Greek resorts have been recognised at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2020. World Travel Awards WTA was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism…
Seismologists remain on alert following the evolution of earthquakes that have occurred since last Saturday night off Halkidiki, in the sea area of Mount Athos. “Most likely, the main earthquake was that…
The area of Sithonia in Halkidiki is set to host a new marina. The Joint Ministerial Decision was signed by the the Minister of Tourism Harry Theoharis, Minister of Environment & Energy…
A digital interactive exhibition of rarely seen codices, illuminated manuscripts and objects kept in Mount Athos, is now open to the public. Hosted at the Athens Concert Hall, the exhibition “Passage to…
Galatista, a traditional village in Halkidiki has received a beautiful and colourful makeover thanks to the generosity of ten local residents. With the support of the Municipality, the women- members of the…
Greece has extended measures to fight Covid-19 for another week, until October 12. The announcement was made by Deputy Civil Protection and Crises Management Minister Nikos Hardalias. In the Attica Region, where accounts for…
Greek authorities have announced the implementation of restrictive measures for the island of Lesvos, in a bid to control the spread of Covid-19. The measures which were announced on Sunday by the…
The Hellenic Police (ELAS) have intensified checks to make sure citizens and businesses are complying with regulations put in place to help curb the spread of Covid-19. On Friday, officers carried out…
“Greece will receive its quota of coronavirus vaccines under the pre-purchase agreement by the European Commission and the pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, if the vaccine under development successfully passes the necessary tests,” Prime…
Restriction measures will be imposed in Mykonos and in Halkidiki, the Civil Protection General Secretariat said on Wednesday. At an extraordinary meeting that was concluded earlier on Wednesday and taking into account…
Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel platform inspires travellers dreaming of their next trip with the ‘Best of the Best’ hotels based on pre-pandemic traveler reviews. This coveted award program which was announced…
Greece is in the top three Mediterranean destinations that tourists want to visit once travel restrictions are lifted. The survey which was conducted by Horwath HTL, a global consultancy specialising in tourism,…
At the top of The Times list of Europe’s 25 secret islands without crowds this year, was Andros. The British daily national newspaper praises the excellent initiative of Andros Routes and the walking…
European Best Destinations, a travel website developed to promote culture and tourism in Europe, has listed two Greek destinations among the safest to visit this summer in the midst of the coronavirus…
With the sand between your toes and the sun soaking through your pores, it’s simple- life is better at a beach in Greece. Last month, Greece was ranked second in the world…
Deputy Minister of Civil Protection and Crisis Management, Nikos Hardalias announced that Thessaloniki, like Athens, is ready to start receiving tourists from June 15. After meeting with the health personnel that will…
Wave hello to some post-lockdown vacation inspiration. According to global media company Forbes, two beaches in Greece are among the 10 safest destinations in Europe for those planning to holiday during the coronavirus pandemic.…
Greece has ranked second in the world for the Blue Flag quality award list of beaches, marinas and sustainable tourism boats. With 497 award-winning beaches, 14 marinas and 6 sustainable tourism boats,…