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GNTO Promotes Attica, Eastern Aegean Islands Through Fam Trips

The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) this month is hosting a number of journalists and tour operators in Attica and the Eastern Aegean islands.

Sailing & Yachting: The Best Way to Experience Greece

With hundreds of islands, cosmopolitan or off the beaten path, Greece is the ideal destination to indulge in sailing, yachting and other marine activities.

Greek Golden Visa Program to Include Bond Buyers

The Greek economy ministry will expand the investment visa program to include extending "gold visas" to foreign nationals investing at least €250,000 in bonds/shares.

Sports or Tourism… or Sports Tourism? – Opinion

"Greeks should take heed of all the benefits that sports tourism can produce and begin to give guidance, adhere to principles and work together for the greater good." - Opinion by CEO at Activemedia.com.gr Akis Tsolis

Cycling Chaps & Gals to Hit Spetses for 3rd Tweed Run

It’s all about fun and fitness in retro style at the 3rd Tweed Run to be hosted yet again on the Saronic island of Spetses this coming spring on April 15-17.

Spetses mini Marathon Grows in Numbers and Popularity

The Spetses mini Marathon is growing in numbers and popularity with over 12,000 runners from 20 countries expected to participate in this year’s event on October 9-11.

Young Sailors to Take Spetses by Storm in 1st National Bug Championship

Pint-sized boats known as “Bugs” will be sailing the waters of Spetses on July 9-12, during the 1st National Bug Championship aimed at promoting sports among the young, fair play, sportsmanship and seamanship.

Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta Brings Glamour to Greek Seas in June

After five years of diligence and drive, the Spetses Classic Yacht Race has grown into a fully fledged regatta set to take place on the Saronic island on June 18-21, with sights on extending the duration and expanding its categories.

2015 Holy Spirit Monday Holiday: Mykonos is Top Destination for the Greeks

Greek travellers’ holiday preferences for the Holy Spirit Monday holiday have been revealed by Trivago booking and price comparison site, which showed just what those in Greece have been searching online for their long weekend getaway.

May 1st Holiday in Greece: Where are the Greeks Going This Year?

Greeks will mainly travel to domestic destinations for the upcoming May Day holiday, instead of visiting cities abroad, which was the trend last year, a recent survey said.

Third Spetsathlon Welcomes Acclaimed Triathletes on April 24-26

The Spetsathlon 2015, jointly organized by Communication Lab and the Hellenic Triathlon Federation (EOTRI), will take place on the Saronic island of Spetses on April 24-26, supervised by triathlon champion Vassilis Krommidas.

Greece Destinations Making International Good News Again

Whether its Ikaria and its super diet that keeps islanders alive and well way into their hundreds, the island of Kefalonia as the setting for Louis de Bernieres' novel Captain Corelli's Mandolin or New York-based Greek chef and restauranteur Maria Loi revealing secrets of the...

Cycling Games of Yesteryear at the 2nd Tweed Run on Spetses

Donning smiling faces and tweed attire, over 200 folks hopped on their vintage bicycles to join the 2nd Tweed Run that took place on the Saronic island of Spetses last weekend.

The 2nd Tweed Run to Pedal Through Spetses

Cycling lovers dressed in tweed hop on their vintage bicycles for the 2nd Tweed Run, on March 28-29 at the Saronic island of Spetses.

Spetses mini Marathon a ‘Ruban d’Honneur’ Recipient

Spetses mini Marathon (SMM) is among a select few to receive the coveted “Ruban d'Honneur” title, the European Business Awards judging committee has announced.

Spetses mini Marathon Crosses the Finish Line, Clinches European Business Award

Spetses mini Marathon founder and president Dr. Marina-Lyda Coutarelli was awarded National Champion RSM Entrepreneur of the Year at the European Business Awards (EBA) held in Athens on Thursday.

First Athens Santa Run Brings Cheer, Funds for Playgrounds

Not one, not two, but hundreds of Santas came to town in Athens on Sunday 7 December, bringing holiday cheer to a post-crisis Greece and raising funds for the creation of local playgrounds.

The 1st Tweed Run in Greece Strolls Through Spetses

Some 200 folks dressed in tweed hopped on their vintage bicycles to join the first Tweed Run that took place on the Saronic island of Spetses earlier this month.

Spetses, Greece, Attracts Over 10,000 Visitors For 4th Mini Marathon – Photo Report

More than 10,000 visitors, athletes and journalists from Greece and abroad gathered from 10 to 12 October on the island of Spetses for the fourth edition of the Spetses Mini Marathon.

Spetses To Host Greece’s First “Tweed Run” Classy Group Bicycle Ride

Greece's cosmopolitan and elegant island, Spetses, will be having a Tweed Run in November.