More than 80,000 passengers are expected to depart Piraeus, Rafina, Lavrio and Saronic Gulf ports from Friday through Sunday as the peak summer getaway continues
Greek Olympic champion earns his 11th European medal on the rings after scoring 14.366 points in Zagreb
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More than 80,000 passengers are expected to depart Piraeus, Rafina, Lavrio and Saronic Gulf ports from Friday through Sunday as the peak summer getaway continues
Greek Olympic champion earns his 11th European medal on the rings after scoring 14.366 points in Zagreb
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Streaming, social media and personalized playlists have replaced the shared hits that once became the soundtrack of vacations, beaches and summer romances
The Municipality of Kassandra has stepped up efforts to clear beaches of illegally placed umbrellas, sun loungers and other equipment, warning residents, businesses and visitors that permanent placement on beaches and public areas is prohibited
From beach chairs and shrinking public space to tourists staking out patches of sand, a trip to Tolo reveals how the pursuit of relaxation can increasingly feel like a battle
Temperatures are expected to remain high through the end of August this year, with forecasters pointing to persistent heat rather than an extreme heat wave like those recorded in the past
Photographer Erieta Attali traces the ancient island’s connections to the Cyclades and Aegean through an exhibition spread across four venues in Mykonos and Delos
The excursion combines a guided tour of Hydra’s historic landmarks with free time to explore its car-free streets, swim at nearby beaches and sample traditional Greek cuisine
From pine-fringed coves to sandy family beaches, these five spots near Athens offer clear waters and natural beauty for a quick summer escape from the capital
A dense white layer spread across the Aegean, obscuring beaches and boats and briefly transforming the familiar summer landscape
After wildfires killed two elderly residents and damaged communities on Salamina, Red Cross teams are helping survivors confront another aftermath — the psychological and social trauma that can remain long after the flames are gone
On the occasion of his exhibition “In the Light” on Lemnos, the painter talks about the Greek landscape, painting, and his journey across different art forms
Stefan Bruggemann talks to BHMAgazino about "Cel d'or," his exhibit inspired by Ibiza's singular light
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From pine-fringed coves to sandy family beaches, these five spots near Athens offer clear waters and natural beauty for a quick summer escape from the capital
A day trip from Athens combines swimming at a saltwater lagoon with a visit to the ancient Sanctuary of Hera and Melagavi Lighthouse for World Lighthouse Day
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