A towering waterspout dazzled residents and tourists on the Greek island of Santorini two days ago. According to the National Geographic, “a waterspout is a column of cloud-filled wind rotating over a…
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The Greek Government declared a state of emergency on the island of Evia and civil protection measures in Macedonia, following the devastating storms over the weekend. Civil Protection Secretary General Vassilis Papageorgiou…
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday afternoon, visited the flood-affected areas in Evia. The death toll from floods triggered by thunderstorms that hit Evia, rose to 8 authorities announced on Monday. Among the victims was…
When you think of sun and sea, you think of Greece. Greece, paradise, is the magic of the endless blue. But how does the sea benefit us? The blue colour: It is no…
Update: Seven people have been found dead, and one is missing, after a storm hit the island of Evia. According to the fire service, they responded to 495 calls, of which 47…
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…
Coffee is a part of Greek culture and over the warmer months, Greeks are known for spending hours sipping on their iced coffee. Whether it’s for a morning pick me up, an…
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…
Speaking at an event on safety at sea at the Municipal Theater of Voula, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that every year, nearly 350 people accidentally drown at sea, double the…
Greece has announced a revised set of beach regulations to be implemented on all Greek beaches, to minimise the risk of Covid-19 contagion. Among other things, social distancing rules still apply while beach bars…
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.…
A bill aimed at promoting specialised forms of tourism in Greece, including diving, was voted through Parliament late on Friday. Diving is now allowed across Greece, with no depth limits, with some…
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,…
Temperatures in Greece’s capital over the weekend were the highest on record for mid-May, according to the National Observatory of Athens, rising to nearly 37°C on both days near the Thission electric…
Astir Beach in Vouliagmeni is a part of the Astir Palace complex, which is one of the most famous resorts in all of Greece. The beach is the place to ‘be seen’.…
The redesigned Omonia Square, with its signature fountain now restored, was unveiled to Athenians on Thursday evening. Coming as Greece starts to gradually lift the lockdown restrictions imposed to contain the spread of…
Organised beaches in Greece will reopen on Saturday, May 16, following meteorological and Covid-19 pandemic data, including the recommendation of the Infectious Diseases Committee at the Health Ministry. From 8 am on…
Ahead of the summer season, Costa Nostrum has announced proposals for Greece to establish a post-Covid-19 Operation Protocol for the safe operation of public swimming areas, as well as beaches operated by…
The Greek island of Hydra, a one-hour ferry ride from the capital’s port of Piraeus, has been declared in a state of emergency, upon request of the Attica Region, as there is…