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Athens’ Tourism Boom: A Double-Edged Sword? Hoteliers Warn of Barcelona-Like Pitfalls

Athens is experiencing a tourism boom, but hoteliers are sounding the alarm, fearing the city could lose its unique character and face similar...

Athens to Dismantle Trolley Network, Ushering in New Era for Urban Transport

Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis announced today, December 6, the dismantling of Athens' trolley network, marking a new era for urban transport....

Mitsotakis Addresses Foreign Policy, Domestic Issues, and Election Scenarios at Athens Policy Dialogues

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis concluded the second annual Athens Policy Dialogues on Friday, addressing a wide range of topics from foreign policy...

Archbishop Elpidophoros and Ambassador Guilfoyle Discuss Halki Seminary Reopening in Athens

Archbishop Elpidophoros of America paid his first official visit to the new United States Ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, in Athens. Their discussion...

4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Southern Greece Coast

A mild earthquake of 4.3 magnitude struck early Saturday morning in a maritime area 113 kilometers southwest of Gerolimenas in Laconia, southern Peloponnese,...

Athens Airport Poised for Historic Passenger Record in 2025 Amidst Surging International Traffic

Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” is projected to achieve a historic passenger traffic record in 2025, continuing one of the fastest recoveries in...

Storm Byron Batters Greece for Second Day, Triggers Massive Flooding but No Fatalities Reported

Storm Byron has unleashed torrential rain and caused severe flooding across Greece for a second consecutive day, with the town of Mandra particularly...

Your Essential December Guide to Festivals, Music, and Festive Fun in Athens

As December unfolds, Athens transforms into a winter wonderland, offering a rich tapestry of festivals, music, theatre, and festive corners. This comprehensive guide...

Peloponnese Wine Festival Returns to Athens with 55 Wineries

The Peloponnese Wine Festival, showcasing Greece's most emblematic vineyard, returns to Athens on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Aegli Zappeiou. The event will...

Hellenic Train: Schedule Changes on Athens-Thessaloniki Route Due to Floods

Hellenic Train has announced significant traffic adjustments for Intercity train services on the Athens-Thessaloniki-Athens axis, effective immediately, due to railway disruptions between Larissa...

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