shopping

On Sunday new protests against shops opening on Sundays occurred in Greece's capital by unionists and employees. Following the end of one of the protests on Sunday, a Greek-Australian tourist was attacked in Athens by four hooded men for...

Winter sales will kick off in Athens and Thessaloniki on Monday, January 9, the two cities' Chambers of Commerce said on Tuesday, adding that shop owners may also choose to open on the following Sunday, January 15. For stores that will...

There are many ways to say "I love you" to those closest to you and as the holidays grow near, many people set out on a what seems like an impossible task: finding the perfect gift for their loved ones. If...

A recent survey by the E-Business Research Center (ELTRUN) of Athens University of Economics and Business revealed that Greeks are still not overly enthusiastic about buying supermarket goods online, as only 25 percent of Greeks engage in purchasing from e-supermarkets. The reluctance...

According to the annual property report by Cushman & Wakefield titled, Main Streets Across The World, Athens' Ermou Street is ranked the 25th most expensive shopping street in the world. This is the international property consultant company's 28th edition for...

Ermou Street, a once famous destination for locals and tourists alike is getting a facelift of sorts with new international stores moving in, as well as some Greek favorites. In January, the strip will welcome a new Goody's Burger House...

Taxpayers who use "plastic" money will receive numerous benefits that are not available to those who pay in cash. New legislation being drawn up by the Ministry of Finance includes huge incentives for electronic payments. Tax reductions and the chance...

Sophia Amoruso, the young founder of fashionista-beloved online shop Nasty Gal, acted as this week's Saturday Shopper on 1stdibs.com. 1stdibs.com functions as an online boutique for the design and style savvy, and occasionally hosts known trendsetters showcasing their picks for the...

The financial crisis has affected several sectors of the Greek economy. One of them is the households' so-called "basket of goods." In reality, the situation prevailing in most Greek households is that the basket of goods is not full anymore...

Main opposition party SYRIZA lashed out at the government regarding the opening of shops on Sundays. SYRIZA issued a statement accusing the government that it serves the interests of large shopping malls. “The government, ignoring the rights of employees and...