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Athens Taxi Strike January 20–21: 48-Hour Walkout Over EV Rules and Competition

Arthur Butler

Athens taxi drivers will strike for 48 hours on Jan 20–21, 2026. SATA demands EV deadline changes, bus lane access, and fair rules for ride-hailing.

8 months ago

Ancient Antaios Fountain in Petralona to Be Restored and Made Visit-Friendly

Arthur Butler

The “Unknown” Fountain That Refused to Disappear Some monuments in Athens get the complete mythological superstar treatment: scaffolding, banners, ticket booths, and tourists elbowing each other for the correct angle. And then there are the others — the ones that sit quietly in the urban mess like they are too polite to complain. The Antaios […]

8 months ago

Secret Ancient City Revealed Under Kokovikos House in Plaka

Victoria Udrea

The Ministry of Culture will restore Athens’ iconic Kokovikos House in Plaka into a Greek cinema screening venue, revealing antiquities from Classical to Byzantine eras.

8 months ago

Greece Flirts With France Again and Winter Tourism Is the Prize

Arthur Butler

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni met with French tour operators in Paris and spoke to Le Figaro, promoting Greece as a year-round destination for 2026.

8 months ago

DYPA Social Tourism Just Got Extended Until June 2026, and Yes, It Can Cover Free Nights

Iorgos Pappas

DYPA Social Tourism now runs for 13 months until June 30, offering up to 6 subsidized nights + free stays in selected islands and regions

8 months ago

Natura Greca Wants You to Stop Rushing Greece

Iorgos Pappas

Natura Greca unveils its 2026 Greece tours featuring small-group hiking, e-biking and culinary travel across the Cyclades, Crete, Meteora and Thassos.

8 months ago

Greece Briefly Lost Its Airspace on Sunday

Kostas Raptis

Greek airspace briefly shut down after a collapse of radio frequencies disrupted air traffic communications, prompting a preliminary investigation into the incident.

8 months ago

Ionian Sea Ferry Routes Suspended Due to Adverse Weather

Manuel Santos

Several ferry services in the Ionian Sea were cancelled due to adverse weather, affecting routes between Sami, Ithaca, Patras, Zakynthos, and Kyllini.

8 months ago

Mati: The Evil Eye and the Power of a Look

Victoria Udrea

From jewelry and home charms to quiet rituals of protection, the Greek belief in the evil eye, mati, remains deeply woven into culture, travel, and everyday life.

8 months ago

Killing Time, Finding Art: Thessaloniki Airport’s New MOMUS Air Museum

Iorgos Pappas

MOMUS Air turns Thessaloniki Airport into a cultural stop, offering travelers free access to contemporary art while waiting to fly.

8 months ago

Pomegranates and New Year’s Luck in Greek Tradition

Victoria Udrea

Rich in symbolism and history, the pomegranate plays a central role in Greek New Year customs, from antiquity to modern family homes.

8 months ago

Greek Thermal Tourism Reinvents Itself — And Younger Travelers Are Paying Attention

Victoria Udrea

Greek thermal tourism evolves into a modern wellness experience, with Loutraki emerging as a year-round destination for younger visitors.

8 months ago

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76-Year-Old French Woman Dies Swimming in Chania

2026-09-14 By Manuel Santos

A 76-year-old French woman died after being found unconscious in the sea at Kalathas Beach in Chania. Authorities are investigating the circumstances.

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What Parents Should Know About Underage Drinking Before a Family Holiday in Crete

2026-09-14 By Arthur Butler

Recent cases in Chania and Rethymno show how easily teenagers can access alcohol in Crete, offering a cautionary reminder for families visiting the island.

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Why Giorgos Mazonakis Chose Pefkoi in Lasithi

2026-09-10 By Arthur Butler

Giorgos Mazonakis had a long connection with Pefkoi near Makry Gialos in Lasithi, where he bought an old factory and turned it into a private home.

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Firefighters Rescue Two Tourists in Chania and Rethymno

2026-09-10 By Manuel Santos

Two tourist rescue operations took place in Crete on Thursday, with an American woman injured in Kissamos and a German tourist rescued from a trail in southern Rethymno.

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Heraklion Airport Gets 17 New Kiss & Fly Spaces for Quick Drop-Offs

2026-09-09 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion Airport has a new Kiss & Fly area, giving passengers and drop-off drivers a dedicated place for quick departures and arrivals without hunting for parking. The new facility, introduced by the Civil Aviation Authority outside Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, has 17 spaces for short stops. Patris reported the opening today. You drive in, drop off […]

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