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Greece Records 571 Intubations, 81 Deaths as Holidays Approach
Although the country has been under a national lockdown for over a month, intubations and deaths due to the coronavirus remain high in Greece.
On Thursday, a total of 81 people died with Covid-19 in the country. There are currently...
Greece
Five Unique Resorts for Your Winter Holidays in Greece
Winter in Greece can be a one-of-a-kind experience. The country, which has some amazing ski resorts all over the mainland, also excels in hospitality. Accommodations near ski centers range from typical winter cottages, made of wood and stone to...
Greece
Tommy Hilfiger, Kris Jenner Enjoy Summer Holidays in Greece
Renowned fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger and his wife, Dee Ocleppo, along with television personality Kris Jenner are enjoying their summer holidays in Greece.
Jenner, known from the reality show Keeping Up with the Kardashians, uploaded her Instagram account with a...
Greece
Germans' Demand for Holidays in Greece at Its Peak
The demand for holidays in Greece is at its peak, Deutsche Welle said citing the largest German tourist agencies. More specifically, DER Touristik said that demand has doubled compared to last year, while All Tours said that demand is...
Greece
German Press: Greece Is Facing 'Poor' Christmas Holidays
The German Press stresses that Greeks are facing "poor" Christmas holidays, noting that the Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has voted for another round of austerity.
"Tagesspiegel" newspaper states that many Greeks see Tsipras as a traitor since he had...
Greece
New Greek Govt Could Mean Cheaper Holidays in Greece
Tourist agencies see that the election of the new Greek government could mean cheaper holidays, fewer strikes and better transport in Greece, according to a Telegraph report.
The slump of the European common currency is an important factor, especially for...
Cyprus
Cypriots Choose Greece for Holidays
The Cypriots have given once again the vote of confidence to Greece as they choose the Greek islands to spend their holidays. Greece is followed by France, Italy, Austria and the Czech Republic as destinations of choice for Cypriot travelers.
According...
Greece
September Best Month For Holidays in Greece
September is the month that many Europeans choose for their holidays mainly because of the lower prices. The prices in Greece present an important decrease of 15 percent compared to August, while at the same moment there is a...
Greece
Designer Hilfiger Holidays In Greece
Joining a long line of celebrities picking Greece for a summer vacation during a record-breaking tourist season, noted clothing designer Tommy Hilfiger is taking his holiday on the island of Skiathos.
He arrived at the island in the Sporades with...
Greece
Steve Jobs' Family Holidays In Greece
The yacht of late Apple founder Steve Jobs showed up in Hydra last weekend with locals wondering if his family would stay long in Greece and visit the Ionian Sea islands.
Venus carried members of the Jobs family and other...
Greece
Enjoy Your Summer Holidays in Greece
Despite the economic crisis and austerity measures imposed by the government on the orders of international lenders, the wondrous country of Greece is still an authentic summer paradise and destination for millions of tourists every year.
Visitors arrive with the...
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Egyptian Star Omar Sharif Combines Holidays & Work in Greece
Omar Sharif (photo) is taking a vacation on Kos, escorted by his ex-wife and movie partner Faten Hamama. The two famous artists were together from 1954, when Omar Sharif converted to Islam in order to be able to marry her, until 1974....
Cyprus
Students of Rizokarpaso visit Greece for their holidays
The student enclaves of Rizokarpaso High School from the occupied part of Cyprus are currently on holidays in Greece until the 26th of June, under a joint initiative of Olympic Air and Marfin Laiki Bank.
The children of Rizokarpaso High...
Greece
Lefkada Island in the Ionian Sea: A Touch of the Caribbean in Greece
Located in the Ionian sea, Lefkada is a stunning island, even by Greek standards. It connects to the mainland by a small bridge and is easily accessed by car.
With hospitable locals and many activities to offer, the island prides...
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Evangelistria Monastery in Skiathos, the Cradle of Modern Greece
The Evangelistria Monastery on the Greek island of Skiathos holds the story of Modern Greece in its walls, hallways, and courtyards.
This historical monastery was first founded in 1794 by a group of monks from Mount Athos. It played a...