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Lesvos Embraces Sustainable Seas

Manuel Santos

From ghost nets to eco-tourism—Lesvos is turning its seas into treasure, not trash. Sustainability here is less brochure, more action. #HealingLesvos

1 year ago

Aponeristas of Sikinos Keep Jumping Despite the Fines

Manuel Santos

Ferries leave, kids leap, Coast Guard sighs. The aponeristas of Sikinos are back at it—fines and all.

1 year ago

Athens Metro and Taxis to Be Equipped with Defibrillators

Kostas Raptis

Athens will install defibrillators across metro stations and equip volunteer taxis, creating a life-saving network for both residents and visitors.

1 year ago

Greece Pushes for Direct Flights as Tourism Minister Courts South Korea

Iorgos Pappas

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni met with top executives from Korean Air, Hanjin Tour, and Lotte Tour in Seoul.

1 year ago

Vathy’s Archaeological Museum on Samos Enters a New Era

Victoria Udrea

The Ministry of Culture will modernize the Vathy Archaeological Museum in Samos, upgrading its facilities and accessibility.

1 year ago

Greek Court Declares Air Traffic Controllers’ August 28 Strike Illegal

Kostas Raptis

On August 28, 2025, Greek air traffic controllers planned a four-hour strike, but the Athens Court ruling declared it illegal.

1 year ago

August 28: Greek Airports Face Shutdown as Air Traffic Controllers Strike

Kostas Raptis

Air traffic controllers across Greece will strike on August 28, citing systemic failures, government suppression, and rising risks to flight safety.

1 year ago

Athens Restores the Kokovikos House in Plaka into Cultural Center

Victoria Udrea

The Ministry of Culture restores the Kokovikos House in Plaka with €1.7 million ESF funding into a cultural center.

1 year ago

SUP Rescues Rise in Greece

Manuel Santos

SUP is booming in Greece, but SUP rescues are piling up. Lifeguards call for safety rules and even certification classes.

1 year ago

Greece Travel Balance Surplus Hits €2.98 Billion in June 2025

Iorgos Pappas

Greece posted a €2.98 billion travel services surplus in June 2025. Fewer tourists came, but higher spending per trip pushed receipts up by 8.8%. Germany, UK, and US led the way.

1 year ago

Why Greece’s Airports Are So Busy This Year

Kostas Raptis

Greece’s 24 HCAA-managed airports saw a 6.5% rise in passengers from January to July. Total national air traffic reached 44.7 million travelers.

1 year ago

Panagiás tou Chárou in Lipsi Celebrates Virgin Mary on August 23

Victoria Udrea

Lipsi’s Panagiás tou Chárou festival, August 23–25, blends faith, a miracle of lilies, music, and feasts in the heart of the Dodecanese.

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€52M Greek Fisheries Scandal

European Public Prosecutor’s Office Investigates €52M EU Fisheries Fund Scandal in Greece

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Stories of Interest

Missing Spearfisher

Missing Spearfisher Found Safe on Beach at Xerokampos

2026-10-29 By Argophilia Travel News

42-year-old spearfisher reported missing in eastern Crete was found safe on a Xerokampos beach after a search by local port authorities.

Greece Ferry Strike Friday

Greek Ferries Strike Tomorrow

2026-10-29 By Manuel Santos

Greece faces ferry disruptions Friday because seafarers strike over pay, working conditions and safety.

Heraklion Road Safety

Heraklion Transport Talks Put Road Safety and Student Mobility on the Same Bus

2026-10-29 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion Technical Schools and Urban KTEL plan road-safety initiatives and explore better public transport access for students.

Kastelli Airport

Kasteli Airport Gets a Research Sandbox

2026-10-29 By Iorgos Pappas

Kasteli Airport is getting a research sandbox for startups and researchers using real airport data, as Greece repeats its 2028 opening target.

Large Water Leak Reported Near Gavalochori Cemetery

Large Water Leak Reported Between Villa Rosaria and Gavalochori Cemetery

2026-10-29 By Arthur Butler

A large water leak has been reported between Villa Rosaria and Gavalochori Cemetery. Drivers should approach the affected road with caution.

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