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Thursday, 11 January 2018 09:35
12 Healthy Places To Eat In Athens
If your New Year's resolution is to start eating better, then look no further than these places Greece Is recommends for healthy eating. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or you simply want to add more nutrition to your meals, these restaurants in Athens will have you covered.
Fontana Living Well
Jars filled with spices, herbs, superfruits, oats and seeds line the walls in this health store, which doubles as a juice bar.
Address: Ermou & 17 Aiolou
Hours: Mon-Sat 8:00-23:00, Sun 9:30-23:00
Holy Greens
Holy Greens, located in an office building in the northeastern suburb of Marousi, follows a Swedish concept of healthy but filling salads to give you energy throughout the day; perfect for a quick bite in between meetings.
Address: 3A Fragoklisias, Marousi
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-19.00, Sat 10:00-16:00
Froots
Juices you could live on as well as raw soups and smoothies made with homemade almond milk.
Address: 6 Athanasiou Diakou & Porinou
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-20:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00
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Wednesday, 10 January 2018 19:03
January 9th - Travel Greece In 2018!
10 wonderful places in Greece to visit this winter, a great initiative launched by Discover Greece that aims to present Greece to the world and Athens seen from another perspective!
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Monday, 08 January 2018 07:00
Wanderlust Greece - The Peloponnese
Discover Greece is hitting the road with its own digital travel show that gives you the stage to present Greece to the world. They will be sending guest presenters around the country, broadcasting live across all our Social Media channels.
The journey starts in the Peloponnese (Nafplio, Pylos, Kalamata, Methoni, Olympia, Monemvasia, Mani), bringing to life castles, beaches, wines, olives, cheeses, stories from the locals – and, of course lots of sun, sea and blue, blue sky. For more information, please visit: Wanderlust Greece
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Monday, 08 January 2018 07:00
Greece’s Cycladic Islands Listed As One Of The Best Places To Relax In 2018
In a recent feature published by Time Magazine, Greece's Cycladic Islands were included as one of the best destinations for calm and relaxation in 2018. The Cyclades ranked 3rd on the list, falling behind Bay of Islands in New Zealand as number 1 and Little Corn Islands in Nicaragua as number 2.
The most well-known islands of the Cyclades are Santorini and Mykonos, however the Cyclades consist of more than 200 islands, most of which boast pristine beaches, white-washed villages and blue dome churches.
To find true isolation, head to the less developed islands like Sikinos, Kimolos and Anafi, as proposed by Lonely Planet. Anafi is a 90-minute boat ride from Santorini and offers a relaxed setting and quiet beaches.
To read this article in full, please visit: Greek Reporter
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Sunday, 07 January 2018 15:03
January 4 - A Warm Welcome To 2018
Athens rang in the New Year with a record-breaking Vasilopita cake weighing 2,500 kilos!
Also, find out when winter sales begin, learn about the story behind 10 of the oldest houses in Athens, where to find the best street food in the city and much more!
Also, find out when winter sales begin, learn about the story behind 10 of the oldest houses in Athens, where to find the best street food in the city and much more!
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Sunday, 07 January 2018 14:55
December 20th - Celebrating Christmas In Greece
From Greek customs to the Christmas feast, here is all you need to know for celebrating Christmas like a Greek!
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Thursday, 04 January 2018 09:20
Qatar Airways To Launch Weekly Doha To Thessaloniki Service In March 2018
Beginning March 27, 2018, Qatar Airways will launch four weekly flights connecting Doha to Thessaloniki.
Flights between Doha and Thessaloniki will be conducted on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The Qatar aircraft will depart from Doha at 07:40 to arrive in Thessaloniki at 12:50. The return flight will depart from Thessaloniki at 13:50 to arrive in Doha at 18:40.
The new service between Doha and Thessaloniki will be operated by an Airbus A320 aircraft, featuring 12 seats in Business Class and 132 seats in Economy Class.
To read this article in full, please visit: Greek Travel Pages
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Thursday, 04 January 2018 09:00
Winter Sales In Greece Start January 8 Through February 28
Greece is beginning the 2018 new year with winter sales starting on January 8 and going through February 28. On January 14, the first Sunday of the sales period, shops will stay open from 11:00-18:00.
Store owners, particularly in Athens, have announced a mere 2.5% hike in their profits in the holiday season and are now anxious to capitalize on it with the almost two-month long winter sales.
If there is a discount on more than 60% of a store’s goods on sale, it is mandatory to show the percentage discount given, which must be displayed in the shop window and all other commercial communication, such as online stores and public advertisements.
For a few ideas on where to shop, read: Athens' Newest Cool Neighborhoods - Koukaki & Makriyianni and Top 5 Places To Go In Kifissia
For a few ideas on where to shop, read: Athens' Newest Cool Neighborhoods - Koukaki & Makriyianni and Top 5 Places To Go In Kifissia
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Tuesday, 02 January 2018 09:15
Greek Bakers Break Record With 2,500 Kilo Vasilopita In Athens
Greece rang in the New Year with a record-breaking Vasilopita cake that was 2,500 kilos. The cake was offered to Athens' locals for free as the Greek bakers wanted to send their well wishes for 2018.
Greek City Times reports, "the 70-metre-long and 3-metre-wide Vasilopita was cut in 15,000 slices at a Platia (centre square) in Athens’ suburban municipality of Peristeri and is the largest ever made in Greece, according to organisers."
Over fourty people worked non-stop for three days to prepare the record-breaking, delicious cake, said Panagiotis Sachinidis, President of the Association of Athens’ Bakers who took the initiative.
The municipality of Peristeri hid 200 “lucky coins” inside the cake for good luck. Locals were also given small gifts by the Mayor of Peristeri Andreas Pachatouridis who helped slice the cake. “We are cutting the Vassilopita of the love and solidarity,” he said addressing the event.
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Thursday, 28 December 2017 10:02
The Top 10 Places To Visit In Greece This Winter
The secret is out that Greece in fact does have a winter and while it may not be as popular as summer, the country boasts some beautiful winter destinations. Put on your warmest winter clothes and join Greece Is who shares the top 10 places to visit this winter!
This is a time to experience a different sort of Greece – one of rivers, mountains and glorious natural landscapes as yet undiscovered by mass tourism. One that is emptier, wilder but also comforting in its own way, insulated from the rush and chaos of the modern world.
1. Meteora
A true bucket-list destination, the first sight of the monasteries perched improbably on top of pillars of rock in this UNESCO World Heritage site is a take-your-breath-away moment. While many visit in the summer, the baking heat and large crowds can detract from the experience. The fall and winter, however, lend themselves to taking in the true majesty of the place.
2. Tzoumerka
Forming the lower part of the huge Pindos range in northwestern Greece, the Tzoumerka mountain chain is a series of peaks that effectively form a giant ridge running roughly north to south along the boundary between the regions of Ioannina and Arta.
3. Metsovo
To take your hit of the natural beauty of Epirus cut with a dose of well-mannered culture, the small and tidy stone-built town of Metsovo near the Tzoumerka mountain range may be more your speed. An important military and trading post in centuries past, Metsovo flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries, developing trade links to key cities throughout Europe.
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