Chalkidiki
Crime
Russian Wanted by the FBI for Running Massive Laundering Ring Arrested in Greece
A Russian man was arrested in Chalkidiki, northern Greece, suspected by the U.S. authorities of running a multi-billion money laundering operation.
According to Greek police, the 38-year old man was arrested at a luxury hotel where he was holidaying with...
Greece
Russian Tourists Flow Up in 2017; Investments Underway
Russian tourists to Greece are expected to increase in 2017, Konstantinos Gambaeridis, founding member of the cultural center "Russian House" and director of St. Petersburg governor, said in statements to the Athens-Macedonian News Agency's radio station Praktoreio 104.9 FM.
"We...
Greece
4.8 Magnitude Earthquake in Chalkidiki
An hour after the 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck in central Italy, there was seismic activity in Greece. In Chalkidiki, northern Greece, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake was noted at 8:40 on Sunday morning with the epicenter at the sea region...
Greece
Apache Helicopter Force Lands in Northern Greece, Survivors Reported
Sources have reported that as Apache helicopter of the Hellenic Army Aviation has forced landed after suffering an engine failure and fell into the sea on Tuesday morning, according to the AP.
The incident occurred in northern Greece near Chalkidiki and...
Greece
In Light of Coup Attempt, Chalkidiki Hotels Offer Extended Stay to Turks on Vacation
The hoteliers of Chalkidiki, northern Greece, announced that they would give Turkish tourists already in the area the possibility to extend their accommodation free of charge until the situation in their country stabilizes.
In the aftermath of the coup attempt...
Greece
Chalkidiki Fire Around Porto Carras Turns 1,500,000m2 to Ash
Around 1,500,000 square meters of land were reduced to ash as a forest fire spread around the second peninsula of Chalkidiki, northern Greece. The fire started at 13:10 (local time) at the Chondri Rahi area, and raged uncontrollably before...
Greece
Greece Like You've Never Seen It Before… From Above [stunning pics]
TripInView is a world-wide innovative site that presents geotagged aerial photographs and video of the entire coastline of countries that are "beach and sun" destinations in a unique way. Of course, Greece could not be missing from the group's...
Business
Mykonos, Santorini Top Choices for Summer Homes for Foreigners
The islands of Mykonos and Santorini, two of the most favored tourist destinations, are the top choices for foreigners who want to buy a summer home in Greece.
There is a correlation between the nationalities of those who visit specific...
Greece
Putin's Athos: A Man's Holy World Where No Women Are Allowed [Pics]
Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Greece will offer numerous economic benefits, however for Putin, the highlight is his visit to Mount Athos, on Saturday. Mount Athos, in northern Greece, is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty. The World...
Greece
430 Greek Beaches Win a Blue Flag for 2016 (interactive map)
The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) announced today the list of beaches and marinas that won a Blue Flag for 2016.
This year, Greece was again in third place among 50 countries, regarding awarded beaches. The Chalkidiki municipality came first, with...