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Treasure Hunt in Athens for International Tourist Guide Day

As part of the celebrations for International Tour Guide Day on February 21, the Athens Licensed Tourist Guides Association invites both young and old to join an educational and entertaining treasure hunt on February 15 in the Greek capital.

Debated Bill Affecting Plaka Up for Scrutiny, Ministry Withdraws Provisions

The contentious bill that has citizens’ movements, environmental groups and Plaka residents up in arms over the dire consequences it will create should it go into effect is under re-examination, the environment ministry said over the weekend.

Athens Mayor, Europa Nostra Slam Bill Affecting Plaka, Call for Public Discussion

Athens Mayor Giorgos Kaminis and citizens’ movement Europa Nostra have joined the residents of the Plaka district, calling on the government to put a stop to amendments of an environment ministry bill that foresee change of property use.

Plaka Residents Sound Alarm Bells, Warn of Action

The Plaka district in central Athens is in danger its residents say, calling on the government to put a stop to an amendment of a bill that foresees change of property use.

Athens Landmark Hotel Emporikon to Open for Business

The Emporikon, a historic hotel building in the heart of Athens, is set to open its doors on New Year’s Day after more than half a century.

TBEX Travel Bloggers Enjoy Athenian Hospitality At Pandrossou Street “Farewell” Party – Photo Report

This year's TBEX said goodbye to Athens with a farewell event that gave the hundreds of travel bloggers visiting the city the opportunity to discover an alternative and authentic side of the everyday life in the center of the Greek capital.

Greek Open-Air Cinemas Among Top 10 In Europe

Two open-air cinemas in Greece, one in Plaka (Athens) and one on Santorini, are included in The Guardian's "Top 10 open-air cinemas in Europe" list.

Author Victoria Hislop Expected In Athens To Talk About Her Love For The Greek Capital

UK author Victoria Hislop will be in the Greek capital in June to attend an event entitled "The beauty of Athens."