Aegina’s Ancient Temple of Aphaea to Get Lighting System

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Temple of Aphaea, Aegina. Photo source: Culture Ministry A new lighting system will soon be installed at the ancient temple of Aphaea on the island of Aegina, after Greece’s Central Archaeological Council approved the project’s study. The temple’s lighting project will follow the example of other significant monuments such as the Acropolis and Athens’ Ancient […]

Attica’s Costal Area, Islands Still Unknown to Foreign Travelers

By admin 25 Φεβρουαρίου 2022 No comment

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Athens, Greece. Photo source: @Visit Greece Attica’s costal area and islands were unknown to almost half of the foreign travelers that visited Athens in 2021, GBR Consulting Managing Consultant Stefan Merkenhof said during a press event earlier this week. Merkenhof on Tuesday presented the results of the “17th Survey on Guest Satisfaction and Hotel Performance […]

Greece Seen by Millions Through China’s WeChat Channel

By admin 15 Νοεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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Photo Source: @Visit Greece The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) last month celebrated the 2021 Chinese National Day and promoted Greece to internet users in China and all over the world through the WeChat Channel social media platform. In cooperation with WeChat, the organization’s service in China held two online events that invited millions of users […]

Ecoweek Sends Message of Sustainability and Innovation from Aegina, Greece

By admin 13 Σεπτεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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Architectural tour with Anastasis Papadakis at ECOWEEK 2021 – © ECOWEEK 2021 The significance of sustainability and innovation in architecture, design and tourism was highlighted at the Ecoweek 2021 event took place on the Greek island of Aegina. Held during August 29 – September 4, the event marked the 15th anniversary of NGO ECOWEEK and […]

Aktaion Beach Boutique Hotel Promises Special Moments on Agistri

By admin 2 Αυγούστου 2021 No comment

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The Aktaion Beach Boutique Hotel this summer is inviting travelers to discover the beauties and authentic hospitality of Agistri, an island just about an hour from the mainland by ferry. Located on the sandy beach of Skala, surrounded by pine trees, Aktaion Hotel combines contemporary design with stunning views of the Saronic gulf. The hotel’s […]

Meandros Cruises Resumes Daily Sailings from Athens to Saronic Islands

By admin 30 Ιουλίου 2021 No comment

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Meandros Cruises, a company with a long experience in the Greek tourism industry, has resumed operations for the summer season. The company is once again offering scheduled day– and multi-day cruises from Athens to nearby destinations of the Saronic gulf including Agistri and Aegina. Its traditional wooden vessels sail every morning from Piraeus’ Zeas marina […]

Athens Day Cruise to Start Sailing on August 1

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Visitors and residents in Athens will soon be able to sail to the nearby Greek islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina all in one day! Greek naval company Athens Day Cruise has announced that it will restart operations on Sunday, August 1. The company will once again offer guests and residents in the Greek capital daily cruises on […]

GNTO Showcases Greece Through Culture and Music

By admin 30 Ιουνίου 2021 No comment

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Aiming to promote the country’s tourism offerings to a wider audience, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) presented this week the “Sunset in Greece” concert as part of an ongoing year-long international campaign to run on US channel PBS through to June 2022. The concert was recorded at the ancient Temple of Aphaia on the […]

Ecoweek to Promote Sustainability and Innovation through Summer Events

By admin 24 Μαΐου 2021 No comment

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Ecoweek, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability, this year is celebrating its 15-year anniversary with a number of events scheduled to take place in June, August and September. Starting on World Environment Day on June 5, Ecoweek will hold an online panel discussion titled: “Zero pollution for healthier people and planet”. The event

Athens and Aegina Ready to Star in New French Film

By admin 19 Ιουνίου 2020 No comment

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Athens, Greece Athens and the nearby island of Aegina have been selected as the filming locations of a new French feature film, titled “On sourit pour la photo” (Smile for the photo), directed by Francois Uzan. With the support of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), the production crew will start shooting the film on […]