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Apr 03
Giant cruise ship “Norwegian Jade” docks at Volos with thousands of tourists

Tourists from the United States, Canada and Mexico throng in Volos The giant cruise ship “Norwegian Jade” docked at the port of Volos today, a few minutes before 8 am, bringing thousands of tourists to the capital of Magnesia and the harbinger of an excellent tourist season. The cruise ship, about 300 meters long, sailed […]

Mar 28
Maestro in Blue a world-wide success; highly positive reviews on IMDb

The Mega Channel hit mini-series has attracted more than 5,000 reviews on IMDb; Twitter users also heap praise Maestro in Blue, Mega Channel’s hit mini-series, began its global “journey” on March 17 with its opening on the Netflix international video streaming platform. A Mega production, the mini-series has already won over subscribers the world over, […]

Mar 21
Serifos Island Escapes: Authentic Cyclades Adventures

Awaken your senses and surrender to the charm of Serifos, a hidden gem of the Cyclades, where time slows down, and nature’s embrace envelops you. Explore turquoise waters, stroll along golden sands, and dive into the azure depths of the Aegean Sea. Indulge in rejuvenating yoga, embark on unforgettable cruises, and let the island’s magical […]

Mar 20
France Enjoys Comparably Low Retirement Age – Pension age list of selected countries (infographic)

Protests continue to rock the Macron administration Protests and strikes that have disrupted France for weeks have grown more intense after the government yesterday decided to force through a controversial reform raising the minimum standard retirement age from 62 to 64. The change has been in the making for years and has been postponed time […]

Mar 14
Spring Road Trip in the Central Peloponnese

Spring is admittedly the most beautiful season to take a road trip in Greece. With 48 hours at our disposal, our getaway would have to be relatively close. We decided to head to Andritsaina and Karytaina, two beautiful villages in Ilia and Arcadia. There was only one problem for us to solve first – finding […]

Mar 10
Haria: A Rustic Charming Lowkey Settlement in Mani

While it may not feature prominently in today’s travelogues and guides, Haria offers visitors not only an authentic rustic experience but also intriguing tales. With a stunning view of the sea just 2km away, Haria is the perfect spot to catch the sun setting over Diros Bay.   Some visitors may mistake Haria as part […]

Mar 08
Greek GDP grew 5.9% in 2022

Greek GDP grew by 5.9% in 2022, after a 5.2% growth rate recorded in the fourth quarter of last year, compared with the same period in 2021, Hellenic Statistical Authority said on Tuesday. The statistics service said these were provisional and non-seasonally adjusted data in volume terms. In volume terms, the country’s gross domestic product […]

Feb 24
Patra Carnival: A Guide to Riotous Fun in the Capital of Achaia

The Patra Carnival is a quintessential expression of the Greek carnival experience, and as such, it requires appropriate planning to fully enjoy it. Revelry is synonymous with Apokries (Greek Carnival season), where all manners of behaviour are excused and almost every indulgence is allowed. From Xanthi and Naousa to Patra or Plaka in Athens, the […]

Feb 22
Greeks are coffee enthusiasts – 8 out of 10 drink coffee every day

Kappa Research profile of the Greek coffee consumer on behalf of the Hellenic Coffee Association The Greeks also prove to be passionate when it comes to coffee consumption, with more than 8 out of 10, 84%, drinking it on a daily basis. Overall, even non-coffee drinkers make sure to have some at home, so 95% […]

Feb 15
Greek Real Estate: How sales prices and rents for offices and shops will move in 2023

What’s trending in commercial real estate – What Cerved Property Services research reveals Thousands of commercial properties are being sidelined as the gap widens between modern and legacy offices (categories B and C), as well as between shops in popular markets and those in secondary ones.   The vast majority of people in the real […]