Sunday, 05 May 2024
Greece's unemployment rate declines to 10.2% in March 2024
Greece's unemployment rate declines to 10.2% in March 2024

The number of unemployed persons amounted to 492,867, down by 47,319 compared with March 2023 (8.8%) and by 24,176 people compared with February 2024 (4.7%). For women, the unemployment rate fell to 13.8% from 14.6% in March last year and for men to 7.2% from 8.7%. By major age groups, in the 15-24 year old grou...

Mitsotakis: The expectation of the Resurrection fills us all with hope, strength and optimism
Mitsotakis: The expectation of the Resurrection fills us all with hope, strength and optimism

"Tradition dictates that we spend these Holy Easter days together with our loved ones. Our thoughts, however, must be primarily with our weakest fellow citizens, those who more than ever need our support these days, but also to all Greek uniform personnel, those who day and night, and these Holy days, they are fightin...

Measures against tax evasion and wage increases the two main sources of budget revenue growth in 2024
Measures against tax evasion and wage increases the two main sources of budget revenue growth in 2024

It is estimated that the interconnection of POS and cash registers can be an important tool, as well as the higher revenues from the income tax, which will be brought by the increases in the income of civil servants, the increase in the minimum wage as well as the new income calculation system for freelancers. The ...

The Greek Easter Traditions
The Greek Easter Traditions

With Greek Orthodox Easter just around the corner, a celebratory ambiance permeates the air. Curious about the quintessential Greek Easter customs? Here's a concise glimpse into the traditional practices!

Hellenic Presidency distributes Easter gifts to children in need
Hellenic Presidency distributes Easter gifts to children in need

The Presidency of the Hellenic Republic distributed presents to children living in protection facilities and hostels for minors on the occasion of Greek Orthodox Easter, as it did last year.

Athens transportation schedules over 2024 Greek Easter holidays
Athens transportation schedules over 2024 Greek Easter holidays

Mass transportation schedules in Athens will be adjusted for the Greek Orthodox Easter period, from Holy Friday to Wednesday after Easter. As in every year, transportation schedules will end before 23:00 on Holy Saturday, while the usual extension of Friday schedules to midnight will not be implemented on Holy Friday.

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ATHENS GUIDE

Where to stay in Athens?
Where to stay in Athens?

Athens is a huge city. The city area stretches almost 50 km from north to south and over 30 km from west to east. So the choice of accommodation is large and therefore it is important not only to go by ratings but also by your own needs and interests.

Football Clubs in Athens
Football Clubs in Athens

Olympiakos, Panathinaikos, and AEK are the most popular and successful clubs in Greek football. Panathinaikos has a long time rivalry with Olympiakos and the derby between the two teams is most of the times explosive, with violent incidents in the stadium and around it.

Sportswear in Athens
Sportswear in Athens

Finding good, functional sportswear that is ideal for walking, jogging, or swimming requires good research. There are many brands of sportswear, but they are often spread out across department stores.

Paraglide nearby Athens
Paraglide nearby Athens

Paragliding is a breathtaking experience and the most natural way to fly, just like birds do. Greece is the para-gliders paradise due to the geography and climate of the country and the different flight sites with awesome views of the valleys and the mountains around.

Taxi Apps in Greece
Taxi Apps in Greece

The new generation of taxi service has arrived in Athens! Use one of the following applications to connect a taxi driver using the application's proprietary GPS system to order a taxi with your smartphone.

Sightseeing on Athinas Street
Sightseeing on Athinas Street

A walk along Athinas Street is an experience in itself. A large part of the street leads along the central market halls to various food industry vendors.

Seafood & Fish Taverns in Athens
Seafood & Fish Taverns in Athens

Not one Greek citizen could imagine Greece without the sea. It would be a place beyond recognition. Take seafood away from every table and all of the sudden nutrition seems to be deficient.

Port of Piraeus
Port of Piraeus

Piraeus is the busiest port of Europe, since it serves almost 17,6 million passengers in 2013. Daily, tens of ships set sail from there for the Aegean islands and abroad.

ATHENS LIFESTYLE

Gastronomy in Athens
Gastronomy in Athens

When recalling the Athens of many years ago, we remember a less outlandish manner of the life led then. The change in this situation can only be positive from a gastronomic point of view.

Nightlife in Athens
Nightlife in Athens

Athens by night is something that has made the city famous for many decades. For someone to be able to state that they know about going out in Athens, they must have visited dozens of the most well known venues in the valley and surrounding areas.

Shopping in Athens
Shopping in Athens

Like all major metropolitan areas, the City of Athens has much to offer visitors in the way of shopping. We panelled Greek consumers to discover their preferences and experiences with the international chains that operate in the country in recent years.

Sporting Activities in Athens
Sporting Activities in Athens

In the country that gave birth to the Olympic Games, there are a large number of stadiums, athletic clubs, training centers and sports courts - many of which host major international athletic events.

Wellness in Athens
Wellness in Athens

Taking care of oneself has become somewhat of a priority in Athens – a city that not only followed the trends of all other major metropolitan areas but might have possibly surpassed many of them.

Entertainment in Athens
Entertainment in Athens

Want to have fun? The cinema's and fun parks of Athens are definitely the places to check out when you just want to get away from it all.

Outdoor & Nature
Outdoor & Nature

Athens is a city of great outdoors with many activities and opportunities to enjoy nature and wildlife in a mild Mediterranean climate.

ATHENS EVENTS

Penelope Morut ''Emotional Dogs'' in Bios
May
06
Mon
Giorgos Hadoulis exhibition "New landscapes"
May
05
Sun
2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments Greece
Jul
02
Tue
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
May
11
Sat
RedRoom Nights
May
05
Sun
Mixer Latin Night
May
05
Sun
1550 at Roha's Live Stage
May
08
Wed

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Villa Grigio 46 (Bar & Restaurant)

Inside a beautiful courtyard with trees and an interior space of minimalistic aesthetics with a half-light, there is the "Villa Grigio 46" - an ideal destination for an evening outing. Here you will discover fine wines from Italy and Greece. more

Dionysos Zonars (Restaurant)

Considered a landmark venue, it is globally well known as the cafe & restaurant providing a panoramic view of the sacred rock of the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodion). It combines a prime location with stylish renovated space and more

Passepartout (Cafe & Bar)

Passepartout is a place to enjoy a night of fun in heart of Kolonaki. Reinforced with awesome classic cocktails (they also stock Arizona iced teas), finger food, cold plates and sweets. The funky lights, the red brick wall and the "hanging garden" by more

By the Glass (Wine Bar)

A historic building of 1825 has been converted into an atmospheric wine bar equipped with a state of art wine machine that can serve up to 80 different wine labels as if they were just opened, with the Coravin method. Discover the secrets of wine more

MAC Cosmetics

Make-up Art Cosmetics (MAC) has become a favored brand in the fashion industry and amongst many super star celebrities. The cruelty-free to animals company appeals to, "All ages, all races, all sexes". more

Spilia tis Acropolis (Tavern)

For over 40 years, the tavern "Spilia tis Acropolis" ("Cave of Acropolis") has offered her visitor a magical combination. It is found in the shade of Acropolis, in the beautiful "district of the Gods", with a unique view of the "holy rock" and more

Dinner in the Sky

Dinner in the Sky, a unique experience that transforms a meal into a magical moment. A breathtaking culinary experience is only 50m above the ground and a "click" away. 1 table, 1 chef, 22 people and the Acropolis. Dinner in the Sky offers a very more

Bernier-Elliades Gallery

Housed in a neoclassical building, the Bernier-Eliades Gallery, devoted to promoting contemporary art in Greece. It features contemporary artists whose work is frequently provocative, including Tony Oursler, Nikos Navridis and, British artists more

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