Orthodox Easter

Occupancy rates reach up to 90% domestically for accommodations open ahead of peak summer season

On Palm Sunday, April 28, a modified operating timetable will see stores welcoming customers from 11 am to 4 pm.

As part of the program, Greek retailers are obliged to identify the lowest prices of certain categories of products traditionally purchased as Easter gifts by godparents for their godchildren between April 22 until May 4

A week ahead of the Orthodox Easter's Holy Week, accommodation reservations and prices are surging in the country's most famous Easter destinations

The period ahead of Orthodox Easter (Easter Sunday falls on May 5 this year) is traditionally a time for gifting toys, chocolates and clothing to children, especially by godparents

The new hours will kick in from April 25 and run until May 4, while stores will be closed Easter Sunday, Easter Monday and May 7th

Almost half of all Greeks will be fasting ahead of Easter with 55% claiming it is good for their health, a consumer study found