Tag: greek islands
European Commission OK’s Plan for New Migrant and Refugee Center on Lesvos
Greek Migration and Asylum Minister Notis Mitarachi and European Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Cooperation for the...
Swimming Among the Ruins of a Glorious Ancient Greek Military Harbor
Most Greek and foreign travelers would associate the island of Aegina, just one hour from Athens by boat, with its sandy beaches; with its...
Hydra Offers History and Stunning Beauty in Complete Serenity
Nestled in the Argo Saronic Gulf, just under two hours away from Athens by ferry, Hydra has long been a destination for artists, musicians,...
Much of Greece at Increased Risk of Wildfires on Wednesday
Much of Greece is at a "very high" risk of wildfires on Wednesday, according to an announcement by government officials.
Authorities stated that much of...
Dutch Tourists Placed in Quarantine Returning From Greek Islands
As Greece witnesses an increase in the numbers of coronavirus cases, foreign governments are responding by tightening travel measures regarding the country. The Netherlands...
Netflix’s “365 Days” Heart-Throb Michele Morrone Chills Out in Greece
Michele Morrone, star of "365 Days," Netflix's controversial answer to "Fifty Shades of Grey," recently vacationed in the idyllic Greek island of Rhodes with...
Andros: The Island Getaway on the Doorstep of Athens
Accolades for the island of Andros, situated in the Cyclades archipelago just ten kilometers (six miles) off the tip of Euboea Island, keep coming...
The Greek Island of Paxos, A Serene Gem in the Ionian Sea
Justifiably world-renowned for its plethora of exquisite islands, Greece can boast of many which offer it all - serene getaways, summer fun, links to...
Greece Reopens For International Filming with New Amorgos Movie
Over three decades since its debut on the silver screen, Amorgos, the Greek island which charmed the global cinephile community through 1988's cult Luc...
Safety “Top Priority” Says Greek PM Launching Tourist Season from Santorini
The safety of tourists is a top priority for Greece as it opens its airports to foreign visitors, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on...
Greece’s Plan to Secure Islands Stay Coronavirus-Free in Summer 2020
Greek islands are preparing to host their first tourists as the country opens up to foreign travel beginning on June 15.
Authorities say that they...
Avoid the Crowds on These Tranquil Greek Islands
How would you like to visit a beautiful Greek island inhabited by as few as five to as many as around 200 people? Some...