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‘Santorini Experience’: Special Accommodation Packages by Hospitality Sponsors

The hospitality sponsors of the fourth "Santorini Experience", a leading sports tourism event in Greece, are offering special accommodation prices to participants for stay on Santorini for the October 5-7 period.

Kimolos Trail: Registration Deadline Approaching!

The Greek island of Kimolos on June 3 will host a race on its traditional paths, offering an alternative opportunity for everyone to get to know and explore the destination.

South Aegean Islands Tapping into Sports Tourism

Aiming to enrich its tourism options, the South Aegean Region is tapping into sports tourism with a wide variety of sporting events taking place across the islands.

All Eyes on Greece: Athens Marathon to Welcome Athletes from 101 Countries

Amateur and professional runners from as far Andorra, the Ivory Coast and Antarctica will be in the Greek capital on November 12 to compete in the 35th "Athens Marathon. Τhe Authentic".

5th ‘Navarino Challenge’ Sports Tourism Event Draws the Crowds to Messinia

Over 2,000 athletes enjoyed perfect weather conditions while taking part in sports activities of the 5th “Navarino Challenge” in Messinia and Costa Navarino.

Runners Get Unique Island Experience at 2nd Andros Trail Race

The 2nd Andros Trail Race drew in the crowds earlier this month and offered amateur and professional athletes the chance to experience Andros in all its natural glory.

‘Santorini Experience’ 2017 Event Sees Record Participation

With record participation numbers, Greece's top sports tourism event “Santorini Experience” wrapped up successfully for the third year on the popular Cycladic island of Santorini.

Curtain Raised for ‘Santorini Experience’ 2017 Sports Tourism Event

The curtain has been raised for the “Santorini Experience” as the popular Greek island gears up for one of the country's top sports tourism events.

‘Navarino Challenge 2017’ Getting Ready to Offer Exciting Weekend of Sports

With less than two weeks to go before the “Navarino Challenge 2017” kicks off, the organizers gave an official presentation of the Greek sports tourism event.

Greece Looking to Tap into Benefits of Sports Tourism

The Culture Ministry's General Secretariat of Sports is seeking ways to create integrated packages for sport and leisure and promote major athletic events.

Interview: Russian Athlete Coming to Greece to Live the “Santorini Experience”

Russian runner/swimmer Elena Klezovich in October will visit Greece as a sports tourist to take part in the “Santorini Experience” for the second time.

‘Navarino Challenge 2017’: Program of Exciting Sports Activities Announced

People of all ages are invited to participate in the three-day sports event “Navarino Challenge”, taking place October 13-15 in Costa Navarino, Messinia.

Greek Tourism Minister Kountoura Honored for Contribution to Sports

The Hellenic Wrestling Federation recently honored Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura for her contribution to sports.

Registration Open for 5th ‘Navarino Challenge’ Sports Tourism Fest in Greece

Athletes from across the globe will take to Messinia in Greece, during October 13-15, to participate in the 5th “Navarino Challenge” sports tourism event.

‘Patmos Revelation’: Greek Sacred Island Gets Ready for First Sports Tourism Event!

In less than two weeks runners and swimmers will gather on Patmos in Greece to participate in the sacred island's first sports tourism event “Patmos Revelation”!

SEGAS, Attica Region Team Up to Promote Fitness, Sports Tourism

Encouraging mass participation in sports and promoting Attica as a sports destination are at the center of an agreement between SEGAS and the Attica Region.

‘Patmos Revelation’ Event will Reveal Island’s Wonders – Interview with Patmos Mayor Grigoris Stoikos

Patmos Mayor Grigoris Stoikos talks about the importance of the 1st “Patmos Revelation” event for the island's promotion as a sports tourism destination.

Registration for 1st “Patmos Revelation” Sports Event is Now Open!

Registration has opened for the “Patmos Revelation”, a new sports tourism event in Greece to be held on one of the world's most holy islands: Patmos.

Cyclades Trail Cup 2017 – Next Stop: Amorgos

The island of Amorgos will be the second destination to host the next trail running race of this year's Cyclades Trail Cup sports event.

Athens Half Marathon Gathers Record Crowd, Gains Momentum

It was a sunny Sunday in Athens on March 19, when over 21,000 runners hit the streets to test their strength at the 6th Athens Half Marathon.