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This Private Island for Rent in Greece is Heaven on Earth

A private island available to rent in Greece, named Pegassus Island, is one of the most luxurious holiday getaways in the world. 

Top 10 Private Islands For Sale in Greece

Now that many of us in the northern hemisphere are beginning to tire of the bleak white/gray/black palette of winter, here comes some great news. You do not have to be a billionaire to buy one of the dozens...

Greek Bus Driver Owns Private Island (video)

The story of Kostas Selimis and his island could make a great movie, or at least a great documentary on Greek red tape, as the poor bus driver fought for 24 years to get a property that was given...

The Only Private Island Yoga Retreat in The World Is Greek

Good news for those seeking an exclusive getaway in an untouchable dream place where they can enjoy some quality time surrounded by nature. Because they can now book a spot to secure their place at the only private island yoga retreat in...

Oxia Private Island Sold to Qatar Royal Family

According to recent reports, a member of the Qatar royal family is said to have purchased the private Greek island of Oxia for a bargain price of less than 5 million Euros. The former owner of the island was...

Private Islands in Greece Up for Sale Due to Crisis

The crisis brought to Greece has had many advantages for millionaires. Several owners are trying to sell their islands because of the high taxes that were recently introduced by the government. As a result, prices have fallen in contrast to...

This Uninhabited Greek Island Will Be Your Private Heaven

An islet with beautiful beaches and remains of the Roman era is hidden deep in the arms of Amvrakikos Gulf, near the town of Vonitsa. The islet, "Kefalos", was inhabited during the Roman years and there are still remnants of...

Ekaterina Rybolovleva Weds on Skorpios Island in Private Ceremony

For the second time in its history, the Greek island of Skorpios has served as a wedding location. On Wednesday October 21, 26-year-old Ekaterina Rybolovleva, daughter of Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev, married 34-year-old Swiss Juan Sartori on Skorpios. According to...

Report Predicts Increase in Sales of Private Greek Islands

Knight Frank, a real estate consultancy company, released a report on island real estate across the world, noting that Greece's financial policies could lead to increased sales of the country's islands. "As the long-term ramifications of Greece’s financial bailout play out more fire-sales of Greek islands are expected....

More Private Greek Islands to be Sold in Coming Months

More sales of private islands in Greece are expected in the coming months, since there is increased movement observed between owners and prospective buyers. With prices starting at 1,000,000 euros, Greeks and foreigners of means can acquire their own island,...

The Last Monk of a Monastery-Fortress on a Remote Greek Island

This is the story of Father Grigorios, a Greek-Orthodox monk who lived 38 years of his life, almost alone, in a medieval monastery-fortress on the small Ionian island of Strofades. Father Grigorios passed away on Monday, July 31, 2017, at...

Explore the Island of Spetses, Close and Yet So Far From Athens

Just a two-hour ferry ride away from Athens, the island of Spetses is a well-known destination for a fabulous weekend getaway.

Six Traditional, Unspoiled Islands in Greece

Do you want to experience the authentic spirit of Greece and the Greek people? visit some of the charming and less traveled islands.

Israeli Official Eyes Greek Islands as “Safe Haven for the Jewish People”

A representative from Israel is looking to purchase a number of small Greek islands to serve as a safe haven for Jewish people, according to the newspaper Haaretz. Avri Steiner, a representative of the centrist party Kahol Lavan, proposed that...

Turkey-Greek Islands Ferries Start Up Again After 2-Year Break

Ferry services between Turkey and the Greek Islands are resuming after being paused for two years during the Covid-19 pandemic, it was announced earlier in the week. The ferry service will reinvigorate sea tourism between the two countries, said Yusuf...