Greek authorities have declared the island of Aegina in a State of Emergency for Civil…
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Experts and industry insiders say beer tourism could become a significant new avenue for Greece,…
Over half of Greeks (52%) will skip summer holidays in 2025 due to financial pressures, according to a new IELKA survey. Those traveling plan shorter, budget-conscious trips averaging 11.3 days, favoring mainland coastal areas and self-catering to save costs. By cooking meals and shopping at local markets, vacationers are supporting regional economies while keeping expenses low.
The boom of Airbnb in Athens has transformed the city’s central neighborhoods into thriving tourist hotspots, driving up rent prices and displacing local residents. While tourism fuels economic growth, it also creates challenges for the city’s infrastructure and social fabric, prompting debates over sustainable management and regulation.
The Peloponnese Region is set to develop Greece’s largest certified hiking trail network, spanning 1,729 kilometers. Supported by €2.95 million from the Recovery and Resilience Facility, the project includes trail upgrades, signage installation, and digital enhancements, aiming to boost sustainable tourism and highlight the region’s natural and cultural heritage.
The serene island of Amorgos, once a hidden gem in the Cyclades, is now facing the threat of overtourism. The proposed construction of a cruise ship terminal in the island’s main port, Katapola, has sparked heated debate among locals. Critics argue that the development will irrevocably alter the island’s character and damage its pristine environment.
'Families Wanted': Greek Village’s Viral Ad Offers Free Housing and Jobs to Combat "National Danger"
In the mountainous village of Fourna in Greece’s Evrytania region, residents are breathing life back into their beloved community by attracting young families through a grassroots effort that has gone viral.
The European Commission has approved €40 million in funding to enhance flood prevention in Athens, focusing on the vulnerable Eschatia stream. This initiative aims to protect homes and businesses from future flooding, improve infrastructure, and boost climate resilience in the city. Along with previous investments, the project will safeguard over 300,000 residents and regenerate local urban areas.
Greece has introduced a special on-the-spot day visa for Turkish tourists, making it easier for them to visit 10 Greek islands. Greek business owners are hopeful that this will help make up for the decrease in Israeli tourists.
“Athens is Back”, is an initiative of the Municipality of Athens in collaboration with the Trade Association of…
Work on the further development and upgrade of the Port of Piraeus, Greece’s largest harbour, is proceeding smoothly…
Some days ago it was revealed that 5,000 olives trees were cut by illegal immigrants…
It has been a wild few days on the Greek island of Lesvos. The past…
