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Greek Tourism’s Risky Optimism: Kefalogianni’s Delphi Forecast Ignores War

Mihaela Lica Butler

Olga Kefalogianni uses pre-war February stats to claim Greek tourism is on an upward path, ignoring the reality of the Middle East conflict.

4 months ago

Middle East Crisis Impacts Greek Cruise Revenue

Iorgos Pappas

The return of trapped cruise ships from the Persian Gulf brings relief to Greece after a €40 million economic hit and 94,000 lost passengers.

4 months ago

Greece Unveils New Seismic Map With 5 Risk Zones

Arthur Butler

Greece introduces a 5-zone seismic hazard map to align with Eurocode 8.

4 months ago

Cretan Shelves Retail Surge

Victoria Udrea

The aisles of Greek supermarkets are busier than they have been in years, but the contents of the baskets are shifting. Between late December 2025 and March 2026, the retail landscape saw a significant uptick in activity. This isn’t just a case of rising prices inflating the bill; the actual volume of goods moving through […]

4 months ago

Greece Sets New Rules for Wellness and Spa Businesses

Manuel Santos

New Greek legislation simplifies spa and wellness center operations through a notification system, focusing on staff qualifications and hygiene standards.

4 months ago

Athens Airport Faces Slower Growth as Geopolitics Bites

Iorgos Pappas

AIA navigates Middle East flight cancellations and rising costs with a €1.3 billion investment plan to reach 40 million passengers by 2032.

4 months ago

How Silver Economy in Greece Attracts German Retirees

Victoria Udrea

An NDR documentary shows how German retirees move to Greece for a 7% tax rate, lifestyle perks, and the growing Silver Economy.

4 months ago

Greece Unveils Reform Bill to Modernize the Market

Victoria Udrea

The Greek Ministry of Development launches a massive reform bill to simplify investment, curb shrinkflation, and protect handicrafts.

5 months ago

Why Greek Travel Agencies Are Feeling the Squeeze Right Now

Kostas Raptis

A new INSETE–HATTA survey reveals mounting pressure on Greek travel agencies from taxes, costs, and digital competition.

5 months ago

EODY Issues Saharan Dust Health Alert

Victoria Udrea

Learn about the chemical composition of Saharan dust and why EODY is warning undiagnosed COPD patients in Greece.

5 months ago

Greece to Impose Capping on Tourist Beds

Iorgos Pappas

Greece announces the Special Spatial Framework for Tourism, imposing a 20-30% reduction in tourist beds on saturated islands such as Crete, Rhodes, and Santorini.

5 months ago

Greek Social Tourism Program Offers 300,000 Free Vacation Vouchers

Iorgos Pappas

Greece launches its 2026-2027 Social Tourism program with 300,000 vouchers for free hotel stays in Evia, Thessaly, and the Aegean islands.

5 months ago

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Stories of Interest

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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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