The island of Crete in Greece is considered the third “Best European Destination” by Money magazine, mainly due to its numerous attractions and competitive prices. Money is a magazine that is published by Time Inc.… Money Magazine Includes Crete Among ’10 Best European Destinations’
The “Via Egnatia” was the most important road in antiquity in Macedonia and Thrace. Basically, it served as a Roman military and commercial highway constructed between 146 – 120 BC and named after the man… All the “roads” lead to Philippi: The history of the greatly travelled ‘Via Egnatia’
Ottoman arched bridge over Voidomatis River, Vikos Gorge. Image by Danita Delimont / Getty Images One of the most fascinating drives across Greece is the 670km journey from the Turkish border crossing of Kipi in… Driving Egnatia Odos, Greece’s modern ancient highway
The French School at Athens and the Greek Culture Ministry were awarded the grand prize in archaeology (Grand Prix d’archéologie) for the excavation works on the site of a 1,400m2 Early Christian mansion on the… Thassos Excavation Wins Archaeology Award
A list published on Forbes.com has ranked “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” among the top marathons worth traveling to Europe for. The Forbes’ list includes marathons found in international cities like Paris, London, Athens and Rome… Forbes: Athens’ Marathon Among Top 12 in Europe!
The TILOS project, carried out on the Greek island of Tilos, has been shortlisted among 12 nominees in the EU Sustainable Energy Awards 2017 that recognise outstanding innovation in energy efficiency and renewables. The Greek… Vote for TILOS Project, shortlisted in EU Sustainable Energy Awards 2017
The hiking trails of the island of Kythera, located south-east of the Peloponnese, recently became a “twin” section of the Bruce Trail, Canada’s oldest and longest marked footpath, within the framework of the “Friendship Trails”… Global Initiative ‘Unites’ Hiking Trails in Kythera and Canada
A series of underwater excavations carried out off the island of Delos in the Cyclades, has brought to the fore ancient coastal structures, a port and shipwrecks, the Greek culture ministry announced on Monday. The finds… Underwater Dig off Delos Uncovers Shipwrecks, Port Structures
The Divani Group invites Athenians and visitors to enjoy the Greek summer at the swimming pools of the Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso in the coastal suburb of Vouliagmeni and of the Divani Caravel in… Dive into Summer with Divani Group’s Pools in Athens
One of the landmarks in the city’s history was the great battle that occurred in 42 BC. Following the battle, Roman colonists and veteran soldiers settled in the fertile plain of Philippi, and the city… Philippi Archaeological sites: From the Roman period to Early Christianity
One of the greatest engineering achievements of ancient times, a Greek wonder on the island of Samos, the 6th century BC Eupalinos Tunnel re-opened to the public this week following extensive restoration works. The 1,036m… The Ancient Wonder Eupalinos Tunnel in Samos Reopens to Public
The Valis Hotel & Conference Center in Pelion recently presented a new addition in its aim to offer guests exciting experiences during their stay: a brand-new, 100 square meter floating platform. Set up right in… Take a Dive in the Pagasitikos Gulf from Valis Hotel’s New Floating Platform
Greece’s islands will once again come into the spotlight through the Cyclades Trail Cup, which this year sees more destinations added to the sports event of trail running races. The 2017 Cyclades Trail Cup will… Cyclades Trail Cup 2017: A magical athletic experience!
Castles (castelli) and medieval forts (gulas) unravel the history of another Santorini with their fortified settlements: alleyways, houses of simple architecture and colorful walls –always gazing at the sea from where pirates would once appear.… The castles of Santorini: enjoy the fortified beauty!
The 1st Patmos Revelation is a new sports tourism event in Greece that includes swimming and running and will be held between June 30 and July 2 on one of the world’s most historic and… Register now for the 1st “Patmos Revelation” Sports Event!
The Saronic Chamber Music Festival, now in its 7th year, is an annual meeting for an international ensemble of world-class musicians dedicated to the exploration and performance of chamber music. The critically-acclaimed Leondari Ensemble and… Live a unique musical experience at the Saronic Chamber Music Festival 2-5 of August!
With the transfer of the seat of the Eastern Roman Empire to Constantinople (330 AD), the dominance of Christianity (4th c. AD), and the graduation Hellenizing of the Eastern Roman state, the Roman colony of… Philippi Archaeological sites: The Early Christian era
Professional and amateur athletes are invited to live the 3rd “Santorini Experience” on October 6-8 and get an adrenaline rush by taking part in the exciting running and swimming races on the island of Santorini. Organized… Live the ‘Santorini Experience’ – Register on swimming and running!
This June, the Summer Nostos Festival (SNFestival) proposes a homecoming (nostos), a collective “return” to all those things and ideas that the arrival of summer means for each one of us, with an entire week… Check out the ‘Summer Nostos Festival’ in Athens during June 2017!
Greece made an impressive climb of seven places in the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017 to reach the 24th position in the global rankings. The biennial report was released on… WEF: Greece Jumps 7 Places in Global Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Rankings