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Strong Earthquake Hits Near Kythera Island, Greece

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattled the island of Kythera in southern Greece on Tuesday. According to the data of the Geodynamic Institute of Athens, the earthquake occurred at 18:36 Greek time, with an epicenter 110 kilometers southwest of the island...

Glamorous Greek Island of Spetses, the Setting of Daniel Craig’s Knives Out

The star of Daniel Craig's Knives Out sequel is on the Greek island of Spetses, which—with its glamorous mansions, hiking trails, and secluded beaches—provides the setting of the Netflix movie. Spetses is an upscale affluent island of the Saronic Islands,...

Flash Floods Destroy Villages on Crete; Two Dead

Flash floods on Crete have destroyed entire areas of the island while two persons lost their lives according to the Greek Fire Department and local media reports. The severe storms that struck the island Friday and Saturday have led to...

Greek Island Paradise of Chrysi Boasts Largest Cedar Forest in Europe

The Greek island of Chrysi is one of eighty-one uninhabited islands of Crete and is located eight nautical miles south of Ierapetra. The locals call it “Gaidouronisi” which means “donkey island.” It is a paradise on earth where one can...

The Stunning Greek Island That’s Only a Beach

Lefkada is a popular Greek island known for its beaches, particularly Porto Katsiki and Egremni. However, there is a beach near Lefkada you don't want to miss, and that is Agios Nikolaos, a breathtaking island that consists of a...

Five Reasons to Visit the Greek Island of Serifos

Serifos is a small, picturesque Greek island of about 75 square kilometers and is located in the Cyclades island chain.

Samothrace: The Most “Un-Greek” Island of Greece

Samothrace is a little-known Greek island which boasts many breathtaking waterfalls and is surrounded by crystal clear waters.

American Tourist Charged Fortune for Crab in Mykonos Going to Court

An American tourist in Mykonos who was charged 600 euros for two drinks and a plate of crab legs is taking the restaurant to court. Brenda Moulton and her daughter Kaylea went to the DK Oyster Bear on Platis Gialos...

Lonely Sheep Becomes Greek Island’s Top Star

A lonely sheep rescued by a Greek pensioner has become the new attraction on the Greek island of Milos. The animal named Elpida (Hope) follows her owner, Mr. George, around the harbor town of Adamantas, thinking she is a dog. Video...

The Underwater Wines of Santorini

Giannis Paraskevopoulos, of Gaia Winery on the Greek island of Santorini, makes underwater wines which undergo a process of underwater aging.