Corfu
Crime
Knock-Offs Sold To Unsuspecting Customers
The selling of counterfeit goods is a problem in Greece that continues to evade authorities but they said they seized 16 knock-off mobiles, 13 watches, 28 bottles of perfume, 74 pairs of sunglasses and five sweatshirts at a dealer’s...
Crime
Greek Casino Says Rivals Cut Prices
The management of the Loutraki Casino filed a complaint to the European Commission against lower priced tickets offered by the casinos in Parnitha, Corfu and Thessaloniki, all in Greece, considering it to be unfair competition.
The European Commission declared to...
Economy
Greek Airports Saw Huge Rise in Traffic from Russia
The number of foreign arrivals at five of the country’s regional airports on the some of the most popular islands posted an increase of 20.5 percent last month compared with May 2012.
Arrivals at Corfu, Rhodes, Zakynthos, Hania and Iraklio...
Economy
2nd Posidonia Forum Sets Cruise Lines' Agenda
Of the 36 billion euros plus revenue spread across European cruising destinations, Greece is the recipient of just 600 million euros due to its lagging home porting capabilities and infrastructure challenges as only nine of Greece's 57 ports are...
Crime
Mugger Pushes Student Off Cliff
In the early morning hours of May 26, a young man from Afghanistan pushed a 20-year old university student from Arta off an eight meter precipice after grabbing her bag. On May 27 the perpetrator was to be led...
Europe
Georges Moustaki Dies at 79
Georges Moustaki, the French singer-songwriter and composer of Greek origin, died on the morning of May 23 at the age of 79, his entourage said. Moustaki, who is best known for his poetic rhythm and simplicity, had written songs...
Greece
Vlahopoulou's Villa for Sale in Corfu
The heirs of the famous Greek actress and singer Rena Vlahopoulou (1923-2004) have decided to sell her holiday villa in Corfu, where she and her husband would spend their summer vacation or try to relax.
After their deaths, the house...
Greece
Choose your Greek Dream Island for this Summer
It's hard to find a perfect recipe for the best possible summer island vacation in Greece. The country offers thousands of smaller or bigger islands where you can enjoy the warm weather, crystal clear beaches, delicious food and engage...
Culture
Corfu Packed Again at Easter
No doubt the cosmopolitan island of Corfu is the most popular Easter destination in Greece. Once again this year, Corfu had the chance to prove that its traditions are still alive and strong. The numerous visitors that went to...
Europe
Austria’s Tribute to Tourism in Greece
The Austrian national daily newspaper Der Standard, in its insert Voyages, published a tribute to Greece, Three thousand islands, sun and sea.
The tribute begins, "Greece comes back as a favorite holiday destination and no wonder why, as the crystal...