Are you ready for the performance of the year? The world-renowned top class virtuoso Vanessa Mae will be here in Greece. She returns to Athens for a single performance. Tickets are already selling like crazy. On Thursday 5 October at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Vanessa Mae is going to offer a unique spectacle to …
Navarino Challenge is the pinnacle of sporting events in Peloponnese. It is hosted in Messinia, with the aid of Costa Navarino. The iconic hotel has brought global attention to Pylos and Peloponnese as a whole. So this sport tourism event has also drawn worldwide attention. From 13 to 15 October 2017, people will join together …
Athens International Film Festival has been offering a breath of fresh air in cinema since 1995. In the heart of Athens, cinema beats really fast every autumn. Now the festival will be held from 20 September to 1 October, 2017. And it is going to be fantastic! Join Athens International Film Festival Do you love …
On 1st October 2017, every Cretan will be at Arkalochori. But Crete Half Marathon is an international meeting point. Celebrating life and wellness, on the first Sunday of October there will be a huge event. Crete Half Marathon includes running races of 1 kilometer, 5 kilometers and 10 kilometers. Who Can Race Crete half Marathon? …
Mount Koziakas is an imposing mountain. In fact, it reaches 1900 meters in altitude. It is located in Trikala on the southern part of Pindos. The mountain is part of European NATURA 2000 project, attracting nature enthusiasts from Greece and the world. Have you wondered what it feels like to touch the sky? Are you …
Nature’s wonders often leave us in awe. Alonnisos Marine Park is a fine example of such an astonishing landscape in Northern Sporades. Founded in 1993, it is the largest marine protected area in Europe. The place is world renowned as home to the protected, endangered species of monk seal (Monachus Monachus). So Alonnisos Marine Park …
Mykonos, the island of the winds where all jet-setters and celebrities have fallen in love! A jewel of the Aegean, boasting its traditional architecture with the whitewashed houses and the iconic landscapes! Are you planning a trip to Mykonos? Whether you are staying for a couple of days or you are about to enjoy long, …
The cosmopolitan aura of Mykonos attracts thousands of travelers per year from all over the world. Who hasn’t dreamt of dancing on the beachfront, with the sounds of the latest hits? Or maybe soaking under the sun at one of the most popular beaches of the island? However, is Mykonos an all-year-round destination? As is …
Traditionally, on the second weekend of September the locals on the island of Spetses celebrate a magnificent event. This is what is going to happen in Spetses Armata 2017! One of the emblematic victories of the Greek army and navy is praised in all its glory. And the spectacle will blow your mind, should you …
Crete, one of the finest destinations all around the world for experiences that stay with you for a lifetime! Although Crete attracts thousands of travelers every year, it can be chaotic due to its size. Where should you go first, what should you include in your bucket list? To avoid confusion, we have created a …
Santorini is a world renowned destination, attracting millions of travelers from every part of the world. The lunar shaped beaches, the unique architecture and the majestic aura of the volcano place Santorini among the top options in every travel enthusiast’s bucket list. But once you have finally fulfilled your wish, which are the top things …
The island of Antiparos combines beauty with history and archaeological interest that martyr all over the world the unique Cycladic Civilization. It is, thus, an obligatory gift to yourself to visit: The Cave Enchanting and imposing, the Antiparos Cave has been known since the ancient times, as proven by the Stone Age archaeological findings and …
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 Thrace to Igoumenitsa on the Ionian Sea. Known as the ‘Egnatia Odos’, after the ancient Roman Via Egnatia which conveyed …
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 and iconic settings such as Bordeaux, Transylvania or Tuscany. “For many people, there’s no better way to see a city …
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” initiative. The official “Hiking Friendship” ceremony was recently held in Toronto in the presence of George Kasimatis, president of the Kytherian …
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 tunnel or Eupalinian aqueduct was excavated more than 2,500 years ago from both ends using the principles of geometry to …
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 front of the crystal clear waters of the Pagasitikos Gulf, the large floating platform is available for snorkeling, diving or …
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 include six races on the islands of Naxos, Amorgos, Syros, Andros, Donousa and Tinos. The aim of all races is …
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 holy islands: Patmos. It is organized by the Municipality of Patmos in cooperation with the Region of South Aegean and …
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 guest artists present a series of concerts at the height of the Greek summer in Hydra, Spetses, Poros, Galatas, Methana …