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

Adrianou Street
Adrianou Street

Adrianou street starts at Thissio through Monastiraki and continues into Plaka. It divides the area to upper (pano) and lower (kato) Plaka and continues to the famous area of Anafiotika.

Catamarans Cup Greece
Catamarans Cup Greece

The Catamarans Cup opened its gates in Greece in 2010 under the auspices of the Greek Tourism Organization (EOT) and Istion Yachting with the goal to combine sport and fun. It is an international boating event that has been taking place at the end of every October.

Sightseeing in Vravrona
Sightseeing in Vravrona

A large part of the area around Vravrona is marshland - also called Wetland of Vravrona. This wetland biotope falls under the Natura 2000 network. Almost in the middle of Vravrona wetlands are the Archaeological Site of Vravrona and the Archaeological Muuseum of Vravrona found.

Waterfall of Drafi
Waterfall of Drafi

The Attica region has many mountains, canyons, and forests, some rivers and lakes, and, of course, many breathtaking natural beaches, but unfortunately only one waterfall. Therefore, it is even more amazing that it is less than half an hour from the center of Athens and even more beautiful.

Eating & drinking on Poseidonos Avenue
Eating & drinking on Poseidonos Avenue

Culinary Poseidonos Avenue offers a wide range of specialties which includes much more than just seafood. The density of high-class restaurants and hotels is especially high here, particularly in the southern suburbs like Glyfada, Voula, and Vouliagmeni.

Toy Museum of Athens
Toy Museum of Athens

One of the 10 greatest collections of toys in Europe is housed at the Benaki Museum of Toys that was inaugurated on 2017, at the impressively beautiful and unique Pyrgos Kouloura mansion in Paleo Faliro, south of Athens.

Sightseeing in Voula & Vouliagmeni
Sightseeing in Voula & Vouliagmeni

The route of the Athens Tram, with which you can go along the entire Athenian Riviera, ends in Voula. The suburb offers lots of fun and action.

Koukaki Shopping
Koukaki Shopping

In the past, many artists had their workshops and studios in the Plaka. But in recent decades the rents have rocketed, so they moved to the neighboring Koukaki district. Many artists organized themselves into artist collectives, and also opened cafes and restaurants.

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

Group exhibition "Transitional objects"
May
05
Sun
Aftermath - Heavy Thrash Black Death
May
06
Mon
Periodical exhibition "Konstantinos Volanakis - The painter of the sea returns to Piraeus"
May
05
Sun
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

Korres (Natural Cosmetics)

At Korres you will find great products for hair, body and face care, all manufacturer in Greece based on the advantages of natural ingredients. The goal of Korres is to develop innovative and clinically effective skincare products based on natural more

Capanna Trattoria (Italian Restaurant)

This pizzeria / trattoria was designed with the starting point of experiencing outdoor dining. Therefore, when the weather is warm enough, the floor to ceiling windows can slide upwards allowing the restaurant to spill out onto the pavement - giving more

Peri Lesvou

On Athinas Street, between Omonoia Square and Monastiraki Square, there is the grocery store of Peri Lesvos. Authentic traditional products from Lesvos and Limnos from pasta, honey, ouzo and wines to cosmetics made by the hands of Island’s 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

To Gaitanaki (Toys)
in Toys

To Gaitanaki offers creative and educational toys and a wide range of fanciful clothing for children, for example as a princess or magician. The fairytale atmosphere of the shops will carry you and your little ones off into the magical world of play. more

Rumors Lounge (Cafe & Bar)

The environment is very "warm" with all the staff being friendly and full of positive mood. Rumors Lounge serves stunning coffee, very nice cocktails and excellent food. Try out the excellent pancakes with the chocolate, which is also famous for. more

Nest Rooftop (Bar & Restaurant)

On the terrace of the popular hotel "The Alex" in Piraeus is the Nest Rooftop which offers a beautiful view of the bay of Athens. Especially in the summer evenings, when the sun sets in the endless sea and the city turns into a sea of lights, the refreshing cocktail specialties taste best here. more

To Gialino Govaki

This company was founded in 1983. The owners Anna and Kelly Maroulis offer a warm and comfortable environment, with a wide range of products for weddings and Christenings. The purpose is to make the bride and groom feel comfortable, confident and more

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