June 25, 2017
Tourism
The clean beaches report for summer 2017 has been released a couple of days ago. the report refs to beaches in the Attica region Several beaches one can reach with public transport means like buses and the Tram and beaches that one is better to use private vehicle as it …
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June 24, 2017
Tourism
Bye-bye Skopelos. The sequel to the box office smash hit film Mamma Mia! is set to be filmed on the Croatian island of Vis this autumn. The Mamma Mia! sequel, which will be titled ‘Mamma Mia, Here We Go Again’ and is expected again to feature its all-star cast including …
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June 21, 2017
Tourism
A US couple went vegan and saved enough money for a two-week vacations to Greece. They save estimated $2,570 – $2730 over a period of six months. In spring they visited Athens, Crete and Rhodes and had sun and fun and culture, stayed in Airbnb accommodation and spent $70 per …
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June 8, 2017
Tourism, Travel
The European commission is expected to act to reduce the impact of air traffic control strikes, which have disrupted thousands of flights in recent years, with British holidaymakers often badly affected. Airlines are expecting Brussels to call on member states this week to protect international flights passing over its airspace …
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June 5, 2017
Tourism, Travel
A tourist from Cuba lost her life when she fell from the cliffs of the spectacular shipwreck of Zakynthos. The 22-year-old woman was there with her boy friend and tried to capture the stunning view with a selfie. According to her American partner, the woman stood as close as possible …
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May 28, 2017
Tourism, Travel
A British couple face losing their home after a five-star Greek hotel counter-sues them for £170,000. The couple had made a £10,000 claim that the resort’s food and drink made them ill. The five-star hotel has made a counter-claim against them alleging the claim was ‘fake’ and for ‘damaging its …
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May 20, 2017
Tourism, Travel
Greece ranked second place in the world on the 2017 Blue Flag quality award list for beaches and marinas, among 47 countries, the Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature (EEPF) announced earlier this week. 486 beaches across the country received the 2017 Blue Flag beaches award. Spain came in …
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May 12, 2017
Tourism, Travel
Greece has been named among the world’s top 20 most romantic destinations for 2017 in this year’s Brides Honeymoon Awards. The Greek islands, in fact. Each year, Brides magazine partners with luxury travel advisers Virtuoso who have a global network of more than 15,000 luxury-travel specialists, to discover the best …
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May 11, 2017
Tourism, Travel
The European Union Court of Justice has ruled in favor of an airline passenger denied compensation after a flight cancelation. The court ruled that airlines are responsible for informing the passengers of the cancelation. Thursday’s decision from the EU court states that an air carrier is responsible for notifying a passenger …
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May 4, 2017
Strikes, Tourism, Travel
The Pan-Hellenic Maritime Federation (PNO) decided to launch a 48-hour strike for all categories of ships on May 16-17 2017. The strike will start at 00:01 Tuesday May 16th and end at 24:00 on Wednesday, May 17th.and ending at 24.00 on Wednesday, 16 May. The PNO warns of escalating its …
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April 28, 2017
Archeology, Tourism
One of the greatest engineering achievements of ancient times, a Greek wonder on the island of Samos, the 6th century BC Eupalinos Tunnel re-opened to the public this week following extensive restoration works. The 1,036m tunnel or Eupalinian aqueduct was excavated more than 2,500 years ago from both ends using …
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April 28, 2017
Tourism, Travel
A pinewood forest, three private beaches, seven outdoor living areas, seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms, two build-in kitchen, two guest suites…. 568 square meters of astonishing grounds inspired by the design of a French country house. A dream home to call it own. Stunning view over the Saronic Sea, the cosmopolitan …
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April 19, 2017
Tourism, Travel
Higher charges for passengers departing from the 14 regional airports operated by Fraport Greece go into effect as of April 11th 2017. In accordance with the provisions of the ratification law of the Greek state concession contract on departing passenger charges and with immediate effect as of April 11, 2017, …
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April 12, 2017
Tourism, Travel
Citizens of Kuwait can obtain Greek tourist visa within 24 hours. In addition, those Kuwaitis owning property in Greece can obtain long-term visas. Ambassador of Greece to Kuwait Andres Papadakis affirmed that the process for Kuwaiti citizens to obtain Greek tourist visa is simple, indicating that the visa will be …
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April 11, 2017
Tourism, Travel
The leadership of the Greek Police (ELAS) has decided to suspend stricter border controls at airports and entry points into country – as part of tighter rules introduced within the Schengen area – after travelers suffered serious delays on the measure’s first day of implementation on April 7. Besides citizens …
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April 8, 2017
Tourism, Travel
Santorini in the Aegean Sea: Breathtaking views, picturesque architecture, stunning sunsets, awesome beaches, crystal clears water, excellent weather. And then the food and wine. Local products with the famous tomato and fava beans. And wineries. Thirteen wineries on a single island producing unique wines because of the volcano soil What …
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April 6, 2017
Tourism, Travel
US authorities extended the visa waiver program for Greece until March 31, 2018. Greek nationals wishing a trip to the US will not need a visa. According to the National Herald in New York, the participation of Greece in the US Visa Program Suspend (US Visa Waiver Program -VWP) has …
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April 3, 2017
Tourism, Travel
The Silk Road. Two words that always had a magic attraction on me. I am not sure when I first heard about it. Possible in the last years of the elementary school. Most likely I had also seen some pictures or rather paintings in encyclopedias and historical comic books we …
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March 29, 2017
Tourism
The Greek government expands the airport levy of 12 euros for flights departing from Greece to all airports including the regional airports. The levy will start to be imposed after the operation date of the 14 regional airport and until November 1st 2024. After this date, the levy will be …
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March 18, 2017
Tourism, Travel
It is called “Mesternes Mester” and breaks a record number of views in Norway’s television. The grant final of the reality show “Champions of Champions” was entirely filmed in Messinia, in south western Peloponnese in Greece with shootings in Verga, Mani, Pylos, Voidokilia, Methoni and Kalamata. What looks like Octapus …
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