Members of Jewish Communities from all over the world attended the Grand Opening of the renovated Synagogue in Trikala, Greece this week. The celebration began last Friday, when the doors were opened to the public for the first time, and included an event at the Tsitsani Museum, where there was a presentation and a photo exhibition about that restoration and guests enjoyed a concert. Present at … [Περισσότερα...]
National Archaeological Museum in Athens to show two Eros statues for first time
Two small marble statues of seated Eros from the National Archaeological Museum's storage will be shown to the public to commemorate the centennial of the Asia Minor Catastrophe, ANA reports.The "Unseen Museum" program rotates objects from the vast collection of the institution, and the two statues will be on exhibit until December 19. They were originally decorating a luxurious sarcophagus … [Περισσότερα...]
SETE: Greece sets new record for October tourism (video)
Greece, it seems, is having an endless summer, according to greekreporter.com. The proof is the fact that it is October, but tourism in Greece is still going strong. In fact, it was one of the best in recent history and is higher than all the past Octobers. This is the announcement the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) made recently. Revenues for 2022 have already surpassed the 18.2 billion euros … [Περισσότερα...]
Cyprus Meteo Service issues new yellow warning for thunderstorms on Tuesday
Cyprus Meteorological Service issued a new yellow warning for thunderstorms, in effect until 1100 local time on Tuesday, CNA reports. Thunderstorms are expected to affect the area at times while hail is also possible. RELATED TOPICS: Greece, Greek tourism news, Tourism in Greece, Greek islands, Hotels in Greece, Travel to Greece, Greek destinations, Greek … [Περισσότερα...]
Loukoumi Day held on October 29 virtually and in cities around the globe
Make A Difference With Loukoumi Day takes place virtually and in cities around the world on Saturday, October 29, with the virtual program via Zoom starting at 12 noon EST uniting children to do good deeds across the globe. The virtual program will be followed by in-person good deeds in these locations: Athens, Greece; Carlsbad, CA; Chattanooga, TN; Chicago/Deerfield, IL; Dubuque, IA; Gander, … [Περισσότερα...]
Philly Federation organizes luncheon to introduce Consul General of Greece in NY
The Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley was honored to host a luncheon on October 15 to introduce the Consul General of Greece in New York Konstantinos Konstantinou and Consul of Greece in New York Dimitrios Papageorgiou to some members of the Federation. President Georgia Chletcos welcomed them and noted that it was an honor to have them at … [Περισσότερα...]
Strong winds disrupt ferry journeys to the Greek islands in the Aegean
Strong winds of up to 9 Beaufort in the Aegean have disrupted scheduled ferry journeys, especially to the Cyclades islands, ANA reports.Ferries going to the Cyclades island remained docked on Monday morning at the ports of Piraeus and Rafina, while a sailing ban is in effect for ferries due to depart from the port of Lavrio. RELATED TOPICS: Greece, Greek tourism news, Tourism … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek PM at official Hellinikon opening: “The project will add 70,000 new jobs” (video)
The official opening of Hellinikon, the largest urban regeneration project in Europe, took place in the presence of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the main shareholder of Lamda Development Spyros Latsis who due to force majeure, as he said, sent a greeting online from Switzerland, the managing director of the company Odysseas Athanasiou, ministers, representatives of the Church, the parties … [Περισσότερα...]
Cyprus residents' trips abroad nearly double in September 2022 compared to year before
Cyprus residents’ trips abroad almost doubled in September 2022 compared to last year, according to data provided by the Cyprus Statistical Service, CNA reports. Tourist arrivals increased by 40.2% in August 2022, rising to 451,133 compared to 321,858 in August 2021. RELATED TOPICS: Greece, Greek tourism news, Tourism in Greece, Greek islands, Hotels in Greece, Travel … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek budget tax revenue grows 13.7% from targets in January-September
Greece's Tax revenue exceeded targets by 13.7% or 4.902 billion euros in the January-September period, totaling 40.644 billion euros, the finance ministry said in a report on Monday, according to ANA. Alternate Finance Minister Theodore Skylakakis, commenting on the budget execution data, said that the September tax revenues were compatible with the targets of the draft budget plan and … [Περισσότερα...]
All the details for the 10 Years of Navarino Challenge
Lots of gifts for the participants of the top sports event Europe’s top sports tourism and wellness celebration (according to the World Travel & Tourism Awards [WTM]), Navarino Challenge, is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary on October 21-23, 2022, presenting more than 40 activities, 16 Olympic sports and 15 Olympians at Costa Navarino and Pylos. Meet the Ambassadors & … [Περισσότερα...]
Exhibition of ceramic urns opens on Sunday at Ritsona crematorium in Attica
A group exhibition of ceramic funerary urns will open at the Ritsona crematorium, northern Attica, on Sunday, ANA reports. The exhibition marks the third anniversary since the opening of Greece's first - and still the only one - cremation center in 2019. Ceramic urns created by more than 20 Greek and foreign artists will be displayed at the exhibition, which is organized by the 'Chimera' Art & … [Περισσότερα...]
UNWTO and Ojimah join forces over branding and innovation for African tourism
UNWTO is to work with Ojimah to make positive storytelling and digitalization key drivers of tourism recovery across Africa. Building on UNWTO Agenda for Africa – Tourism for Inclusive Growth, the new agreement will see the two parties work together around shared goals and priorities. As a multichannel platform with reach across the continent, Ojimah will advocate for ‘Brand Africa’, enhancing the … [Περισσότερα...]
Elgin Marbles: New body aims to return sculptures to Greece
A former Conservative culture minister will chair a new body aiming to return the so-called Elgin Marbles to Greece, the BBC can reveal, greekcitytimes.com reports. Lord Vaizey, culture minister from 2010-2016, says he is confident "a deal is within reach". On Thursday, the House of Lords will debate an act that restricts museums from disposing of objects in their collections. former Conservative … [Περισσότερα...]
US actor James Franco salutes Anna Vissi at her last summer concert in Greece
James Franco seems to have made Greece his second home as he was spotted at a concert by Greek pop singer Anna Vissi on Wednesday in Athens, according to greekreporter.com. The American actor and filmmaker who shot to fame with the Spider-Man trilogy was among the concert-goers at the Alsos Theater where Vissi gave her last open concert of the season. Vissi welcomed Franco in English and dedicated … [Περισσότερα...]
Media report: Why some still believe that Greece’s Mount Olympus is a myth
Many outside of Greece believe that Mount Olympus — like Atlantis — is a myth that exists only in Greek mythology, says Greek journalist and director Athina Krikeli, according to greekreporter.com. Krikeli, who has lived in the United States for the past 25 years, and has been working with National Geographic said there is a cloud of confusion about Mount Olympus. “I have realized that Olympus is … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek Festival returned to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral In Houston
The Greek Festival in Houston is one of the most anticipated events in downtown Houston. This year, it was held October 6 – October 8 at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral. From its original location in downtown Houston (what is now Tranquility Park) to the sprawling grounds that border Yoakum Boulevard, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral has become a major force in the religious and … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek Tourism Ministry amendment extends agrotourism options for visitors to Greek farms
An amendment tabled by the Tourism ministry on Thursday will allow wine producers, breweries, olive presses, and cheese producers to expand tour services and provide short-term housing and food on their premises, ANA reports. As Deputy Tourism Minister Sophia Zacharaki announced in Parliament, the amendment improves on and adds existing provisions, adding basic facilities licenses to the operating … [Περισσότερα...]
Cyprus revokes 10 more passports after ‘Golden Passport’ Scandal
Cyprus announced on Wednesday that it will withdraw Cypriot passports and citizenship from three investors and seven of their dependents following an investigation into the “Golden Passport” scheme, according to greekreporter.com. In total, from October 2021 until now, the cabinet has initiated the withdrawal of citizenship from 60 investors and 159 of their dependants. The government granted … [Περισσότερα...]
Sale of heating oil begins in Greece on Friday amid sharp price fluctuations
The sale of heating oil to households will begin on Friday, at a time when international prices for oil and the exchange rate for the dollar have been fluctuating sharply, ANA reports. Consumers will be supported by a subsidy of 0.25 euros per liter announced by the government, as well as heating benefits for the individual, eligible households. Based on the price for natural gas announced … [Περισσότερα...]