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Daily Express UK: Samos is a Wonderful Place to Retire

The “charming” seaside resorts and “delicious” local cuisine are just some of the reasons Samos is considered a top retirement destination for British citizens.

Grecotel: 2nd ‘Cretan Way of Life’ Conference Spotlights Mediterranean Diet

The Cretan secret to longevity was presented during the 2nd ‘Cretan Way of Life’ conference organized by Grecotel.

‘Heraklion-Gastronomy Days 2023’ Food Festival Opens on Crete

The Heraklion-Gastronomy Days 2023 event, which showcases Crete's culinary legacy, will run until September 24.

European Heritage Days: Greece Celebrates with Free Admission to Museums, Sites

Greece, during September 22-24, will celebrate European Cultural Heritage Days with free admission to state museums, archaeological sites and monuments.

Grecotel’s AgrecoFarms ‘A Once in a Lifetime Experience’

The advisory board members of the Hellenic Center of Excellence for Health and Wellness visited Grecotel's organic AgrecoFarms on Crete and found it to be a “rewarding experience”.

Hellenic Center of Excellence for Health and Wellness Launches on Crete

The Hellenic Center of Excellence for Health and Wellness that aims to promote Greek culture with a focus on the plant-based Mediterranean Diet has launched in Greece.

GNTO ‘Symposium’ Event Explores Greek Culture – Food – Tourism Connection

Linking the tourist experience with Greek culture and cuisine was the focus of the 1st GNTO Symposium dubbed “Greece – Land of the Good Life”.

GNTO Brings Greek Gastronomy into its Tourism Promo Plan

Greek and Cypriot gastronomy and products are set to take center stage in the Greek National Tourism Organization’s (GNTO) communication strategy.

GNTO Aims to Give Greek Gastronomy the Attention it Deserves

The Greek National Tourism Organization is looking into ways to promote Greek gastronomy and connect local cuisine and products with tourism.

Minister: Greek Diet a Priority for Development of Brand Greece 

The Greek Diet and gastronomy will play an active role in the development and branding of the Greek tourism product, says Rural Development Minister Spilios Livanos.

Greece Assumes Presidency of Mediterranean Diet Network for 2021

Greece recently assumed the presidency of the Network for the Mediterranean Diet and will coordinate the actions to be carried out for the year 2021.

Governor Pledges to Support Attica Gastronomic Tourism Drive

Promoting Greek products and the Mediterranean Diet is the best way to develop gastronomic tourism in Attica, according to the region's governor, George Patoulis.

Kalamata Pays Tribute to Olive Oil with Music, Nutrition, Know-how

The potential of extra virgin olive oil, Greece’s most prized product and export, was featured during a tribute event held recently in Kalamata, marking World Olive Oil Day.

Byzantine Chant of Greece and Cyprus on UNESCO’s Cultural Heritage List

The vocal art of Byzantine chanting and transhumance are now included on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity for 2019.

‘Attica Wine & Food Experience’ Takes Greek Hospitality a Step Further

Aiming to promote enotourism, Attica wine producers and related businesses have joined forces to create the Attica Wine and Food Experience network.

Greece’s Dry Stone Walling Art Included on UNESCO’s Heritage List

The art of dry stone walling, practiced in Greece among other countries, has been included on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list.

Greek Food Products to Feature at NY’s 2018 Summer Fancy Food Show

Greece and its food products will be taking center stage at this year’s Summer Fancy Food Show to be held June 30-July 2 in New York City.

‘Out of the Blue’ Resort Wins Silver for Innovative Health, Wellness Program

The Out of the Blue, Capsis Elite Resort was honored at the Tourism Awards 2018 for its health and wellness DETOX 5+ program.

Kos Seeking Spot for Hippocrates ‘Father of Medicine’ on UNESCO List

Island officials are vying to include the “Father of Medicine” - Hippocrates of Kos - on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

UNESCO Names Greece’s Rebetiko Song Heritage of Humanity

The rebetiko music genre - known as the Greek blues - has been included on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list.