Tourism

One of the best ways to explore the islands of Greece is by scooter. For around 15 euros a day you can go where you want, when you want and visit intimate and remote destinations off the beaten path...

A ship full of positive youthful energy, drive and ambition kicked off its Aegean voyage. The passengers, all young Europeans, arrived at the port of Piraeus on Tuesday to take part in the Cruise Inn business competition organized by...

It is such a shame when people visit Athens and do the typical tour of the mainland before whisking off to the more popular island destinations like Santorini, Crete or Mykonos and miss out on the beautiful chain of...

The British newspaper dailystart.co.uk recently placed the Greek hotel, Katikies Hotel,  on their list of the World's most unusual hotels. The list is composed of hotels offering guests a unique and memorable experience, as you are sure to have...

There is so much to see and experience in Greece, that it is quite typical to return to your home country after a holiday abroad, with blurred recollections of churches, museums and amazing photographs of ancients ruins adorned with...

Despite the ongoing migrant and refugee crisis, Greece expects to welcome a record 27 million tourists this year. “I think it’s an achievement given the fact that we have capital controls, we still have the refugee and migration crisis --...

Greece is one of the number one destinations for holidays in the world. Amidst one crisis after another, whether it be financial or migrant, there are many media outlets or even voices in one's head that lends to discouraging taking a...

Chained to the office. Still? Dreaming of your next vacation? The beauty of the South Aegean islands is incomparable. Holiday makers are lured by the golden sand, crystal-clear  waters, and sheer diversity of things to see and do. To promote...

Greece is entering a new era of growth and optimism, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said on Thursday, addressing the 24th Convention of the Association of Greek Tourist Enterprises (SETE), in Athens. Tsipras spoke of the upcoming conclusion of the country’s...

European Commission officials are recommending a change in Greek banking policy to reduce the impact that the imposition of capital controls has had, sources told the Athens News Agency on Thursday. The adoption of a different treatment on existing...

According to a report released in Ta Nea, the National Theater is in dire conditions financially. It is speculated that the financial problems will cripple the theatre’s ability to fulfill its normally booked season at the ancient theatre of...

  The Archaeological Museum of Arta is displaying never-before-seen finds from the region of Arta, northwestern Greece. Excavations in the area, formerly known as Amvrakia, spawned the treasures that are now on temporary display in an exhibition titled "Amvrakia, the...

Greece may become the leader in bookings from Russian tourists by the end of 2016, said the head of Russia’s Federal Tourism Agency, Oleg Safonov. The flow of tourists from Russia to Greece may exceed 1 million people before year’s...

The Greek Jewish community is incensed by websites and brochures of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) that showcase the traditional Easter practice known as "Judas burning." The time-honored "scapegoating" ritual burns an effigy of Judas Iscariot to rid the...

Do you fancy some Greek island hopping on the cheap? The Interrail Greek Islands Pass -- offered by the affordable train service in collaboration with Attica Group's ferries -- allows guests to hop on and off ferries and discover...