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Zakynthos to Host 'Dreamwalker' Stunt Show

Anyone who can handle heights and dares to live the adventure will have the opportunity to experience extreme sport in Zakynthos, at an event entitled 'Dreamwalker' that will offer breathtaking scenes, and scenery. Polish athletes will perform free-fall jumps from high...

Georgia Salpa Makes Ireland’s LIFE Magazine Sexier

Greek-born model Georgia Salpa is featured on the cover of this weekend's LIFE magazine that is distributed together with the Sunday Independent in Ireland. Salpa, who was raised in Dublin, also made it to the LIFE cover in 2012. She...

'Acropole Palace' Hotel Reopens After Restoration

The historic “Acropole Palace” hotel in downtown Athens will be ready to use again in 2015, after the end of its ongoing restoration, as Lina Mendoni, general secretary of the Greek Culture Ministry said in the Central Council for...

Greece Most Sexually Active Nation, Condom Maker Says

Greece has been revealed to rank atop the list of the world's most sexually active nations, averaging 164 sessions a year, or more than three times a week, German newspaper Bild reports. According to an international survey by a condom manufacturer, which is published...

John Stamos Wants Role in ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2’

Nia Vardalos, we hope you're listening. Fellow Greek John Stamos wants in on the sequel to the indie hit, "My Big Fat Greek Wedding." After the recent announcement that there will, indeed, be a part two to the hugely successful comedy...

Open Festival "Greece All Over" to Start on May 30

“Greece All Over” festival is a celebration of hellenic culture, folklore and produce that aims to boost Greece around the world. The May 30–June 1 event hopes to start a chain reaction of “Greece all over” festivals that spreads worldwide to provide new opportunities for innovative, sustainable...

Melbourne: Maria Farantouri’s Concert Next Sunday

A great number of Greek Australians and Australians will have the one time opportunity to enjoy a performance by Maria Farantouri at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival this Sunday. Charles Lloyd, one of the top jazz saxophonists who has won several...

Greek Paniyiri in Brisbane

The annual Greek Paniyiri, held May 24 and 25 at Musgrave Park, Brisbane attracted more than 60,000 people who had the chance to get to know the Greek culture and tradition. The visitors tasted the traditional Greek dishes sold by the...

Greek Trio to Perform in Abu Dhabi

A trio of musicians from Greece will perform live in an event organized by Bait Al Oud, and the music institution of Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi). Bait Al Oud organized two music concerts that aim...

“My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2” Announced

Nia Vardalos took to Facebook to announce a sequel to her big hit movie "My Big Fat Greek Wedding." The Greek-Canadian actress, producer and writer who lives in Hollywood wrote on her profile: "It's official, we're doing the sequel to MY...

Foreign Media Comment on Greek Election Outcome

Foreign media outlets report on the outcome of Greece’s double elections, commenting on the first place secured by the country’s main opposition Coalition of the Radical Left (SYRIZA) party and the increased approval ratings of the neo-Nazi Golden Dawn...

Vrettos Vrettakos, the Renowned Greek Fashion Designer

Vrettos Vrettakos is a London-based Greek designer who is very successful and famous in the international fashion industry. Both Greek and foreign celebrities, actresses and singers have been selecting his luxurious yet simple and flattering designs for their formal appearances...

Foreign Media Reactions on Greek Elections

International media continue to comment on the forthcoming European Parliament elections and the prospect of Greece’s main opposition Coalition of the Radical Left (SYRIZA) party topping the vote, while also referring to the possibility of early national elections in...

World Travel Awards Held This Year in Athens

World Travel Awards will take place in Greece, Athens, on August 1 to August 3. “Divani Apollon & Thalasso” hotel will host the ceremony of the Awards and all visitors will have the chance to enjoy various activities. Senior representatives...

Focus Features Acquires Rights to Film Starring Adele Exarchopoulos

Focus Features has acquired the North American distribution rights for "Bastille Day," a thriller that will star Greek-French actress Adele Exarchopoulos. Set in Paris, the film centers on a rogue CIA agent that must team up with an unsuspecting American con-artist...