Kea

The Greek Islands Where Hiking Is Better After Summer

For many travelers, the Greek islands are synonymous with the sea during the summer. Once the peak heat begins to ease and the busiest weeks of the season are over, however, another Greece comes into view. Stone paths that may...

Top 20 Must-See Archaeological Sites in Greece’s Cyclades

The Cyclades are a treasure trove of archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into the rich history of the Aegean. The millions of tourists who visit the Cyclades this summer have the opportunity to marvel at some of the most...

Affordable Cyclades Escapes: A Guide to Budget-Friendly Ferry Tickets

Ferry tickets to Greece's Cyclades vary according to demand and the distance of the island from the three main ports near Athens: Piraeus, Lavrion, and Rafina. If you are dreaming of a Cycladic summer vacation without breaking the bank, here...

Ship With Almost 200 Migrants on Board Runs Aground on Greek Island

A ship carrying 193 migrants and refugees from Turkey has gone ashore on the Greek island of Kea (Tzia) early Monday morning. The ship, which had sailed from the Turkish port of Canakkale, was apparently headed to Italy when bad...

Hellenic Coast Guard, Police Chase Drug Boat from Ionian to Aegean (video)

A large-scale sea operation with the participation of the Greek coast guard and police for the arrest of drug traffickers took place on Sunday, starting in the Ionian Sea and ending in the Aegean. Boats, helicopters, even divers took part in...

Luxury Hotel and Homes Investment on Kea Island to Reach €150 Mln

Kerzner and Dolphin Capital are to invest 150 million euros in the construction of luxury hotels and residences to be sold separately on Kea island, under the "One & Only" trademark. Kerzner International Holdings Limited and Dolphin Capital Group are on...

New Tourist Attraction: Titanic Sister Ship Britannic to Be the Centerpiece of Kea's Diving Park

Yiannis Tsavelakos, owner of a local diving club, is seeking to turn the wreck of Titanic’s sister ship, HMHS Britannic, into an underwater attraction for scuba divers. The wreck of the Britannic, one of three Olympic-class ships that sank...