Sculptures from the Parthenon temple on display at the British Museum. Photo source: British Museum The British Museum is again refusing to return the Parthenon Marbles to their country of origin, claiming it has “no intention of removing controversial objects from public display”, according to UK media reports. In a leaked letter, UK Culture Secretary […]
French actors Agnès Hurstel, Pablo Pauly, Jacques Gamblin and Pascale Arbillot at the temple of Aphaia on Aegina. French movie production “On sourit pour la photo” recently finished filming in Greece with the support of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO). The foreign production crew filmed in various locations in Athens, the Athenian Riviera and […]
Museum of Cyladic Art. Photo © Paris Tavitian The Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens is offering its visitors the opportunity to experience digital tours of its permanent collections just by using their smartphone or tablet. As of September 24, visitors can scan the QR code that is available at the museum’s entrance and outside […]
A museum complex dedicated to the long history and rich cultural heritage of the island of Symi has reopened its doors to the public following extensive renovation works. Consisting of traditional buildings, courtyards and gardens, the upgraded museum complex includes the Farmakidis Mansion that houses the archaeological and folklore museums, the Chatziagapitos Mansion and
Celestyal Cruises, as of March 6, 2021, will set sail for the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean with its “Experience” ship, the newest addition to its fleet. The ship’s sailings will begin with the seven-night “Three Continents” itinerary calling on Greece (Athens and Rhodes), Turkey (Kusadasi), Israel (Ashdod), Egypt (Port Said) and Cyprus (Limassol). […]
Photo: GTP In efforts to ease crowding on public transport due to Covid-19, the Greek transport ministry announced this week that it would be releasing 100 new KTEL intercity buses into circulation earlier than initially announced. Transport Minister Kostas Karamanlis had announced that 500 new buses would be in operation in Athens at the beginning […]
Angelos Samolis Giovanti Travel, a Piraeus-based travel agency, has appointed Angelos Samolis as its new sales manager. Established 36 years ago at the Piraeus port, Giovanti Travel offers air and ferry tickets as well as cargo services. “Angelos is an innovative mind, granted with two international patents, an executive with 25 years of experience in […]
The Lynx Mountain Resort, Florina The city of Florina in northern Greece has welcomed The Lynx Mountain Resort, a brand new luxury property aiming to offer unique hospitality experiences. Once part of Greece’s renowned Xenia hotel chain, the property has undergone a complete overhaul and reopened as The Lynx Mountain Resort, looking to attract discerning […]
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that its 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on November 24, as a virtual event, hosted by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines from Amsterdam. All member airlines, invited industry partners/stakeholders and media will be able to participate virtually in the 2020 AGM. IATA also announced that […]
The Municipality of Athens on Saturday, September 26, will join the celebrations for the European Day of Languages 2020 with an online treasure hunt. Organized in collaboration with the EU National Institutes for Culture (EUNIC) and the European Commission, the treasure hunt will “take place” through an interactive map that will allow participants to “travel” […]


















