Photo Source: Lufthansa Group Lufthansa has announced the extension of its repatriation flight schedule until May 31 and the addition of new destinations, including Athens, Greece, to its program. Originally, the already greatly reduced flight schedule was valid until May 17, but the airline group decided to extend it due to the continuing COVID-19 national […]
Acropolis, Athens. Photo Source: Visit Greece/Y. Skoulas A series of restoration projects aimed at upgrading the archaeological site of the Acropolis in Athens are underway with the first phase set to be completed by the end of May, according to Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni. Among the works is the installation of a new lift that once in […]
The Flisvos Marina, located in Paleo Faliro near the center of Athens, has taken action to support health professionals managing the coronavirus (Covid-19) situation and help cover the needs of vulnerable groups. The company recently made a cash donation to the Municipality of Paleo Faliro to support vulnerable groups of low-income and also contributed to […]
Photo Source: @OPANDA The Municipality of Athens is offering internet users the chance to enjoy a wide selection of cultural programs and shows online – right from the comfort of their home. “This is a difficult time for all of us,” Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis said in an announcement, referring to the coronavirus pandemic. “We wish […]
The organizers of the No Finish Line (NFL) Athens running event, in May, will hold a symbolic virtual event on social media, with the participation of the race’s athletes. NFL Athens was originally scheduled to take place in the Greek capital during May 6-10, but has been postponed for October due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead […]
Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center. Photo Source: @TIF-Helexpo Greece’s national exhibition body TIF-Helexpo has offered its Thessaloniki and Athens premises to state authorities, aiming to support the country’s efforts against the further spread of the coronavirus in the country. The company has already offered a space in the Thessaloniki International
The Athens City Hall. Photo: GTP The Municipality of Athens has introduced its “Help at Home Plus” program which aims to support vulnerable groups deal with the Covid-19 crisis. Designed with the help of experts and based on the municipality’s existing “Help at Home” program, the extended scheme aims to receive and meet the demands […]
Photo Source: @Athens Half Marathon The Athens Half Marathon 2020 event will take place in the Greek capital on Sunday, September 20, the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) and the Municipality of Athens announced on Monday. The half marathon was originally scheduled for March 22, but was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The organizers anticipate […]
Photo Source: @Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso The Divani Hotels Group is supporting Greece’s healthcare system and the people affected by the coronavirus pandemic by donating 100,000 euros. “We are confronted with an unprecedented challenge… The Divani Hotels Group has the moral obligation to support the national healthcare system (known in Greece as ESY) and […]
Hotel Grande Bretagne and King George at Syntagma Square in central Athens. Athens’ Hotel Grande Bretagne and King George Hotel temporarily suspend their operation due to the further spread of the coronavirus pandemic in Greece. The move follows the Greek government’s decision to close the country’s seasonal and year-round hotels until April 30. The two

















