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Athens Empties Out as Half the City Flees for the Islands to Celebrate the Dormition of the Virgin Mary

Piraeus and other Attica ports saw near-100% ferry occupancy as thousands fled Athens for the islands ahead of the Dormition…

Mycenaean Voudeni Escapes Fire but Suffers Some Damage

Wildfire swept through the Mycenaean site of Voudeni in Achaia, sparing its tombs but destroying shelters, pathways, and facilities. Full…

Andros Moves Fast to Tackle Severe Water Shortages

Andros faces one of its driest summers — emergency desalination units are now central to keeping taps running.

Santorini Landslide Risk Gets Six-Month Scientific Intervention

The University of Athens will lead a six-month project to tackle landslide risks in Santorini's caldera, targeting high-risk areas from…

€7.3M for Lines 2 & 3 Tracks in First Athens Metro Upgrade Since 2000

A €7.3M overhaul replaces 32 km of track on Lines 2 & 3 of the Athens Metro, the first major upgrade since 2000.

Greece Launches 103 Water Supply Island Projects

Greece launches 103 water supply projects to tackle shortages in remote islands, but delivery timelines remain a question mark.

Golden Months for Greek Ferries

Golden months boost Greek ferry traffic by 3.99% in 2025, but ageing ships and EU rules threaten the industry’s future.

South Korean Delegation Visits Santorini

A South Korean delegation from Yeosu visited Santorini for three days of sightseeing, wine tasting, and official handshakes.

Tax Inspectors Raid Santorini to Catch Boat Operators Dodging Receipts

Tax inspectors from Greece's Independent Authority for Public Revenue surprised boat tour operators in Santorini by posing as tourists.

Greek Tourist Fines to Watch Out For in 2025

Tourist fines in Greece rise for 2025 as authorities enforce strict beach preservation and heritage site rules.