Most Greeks have substantial familiarity with the graphically gorgeous island of Hydra due to the island’s protagonist role in the epic struggle of the Greek War of Independence. Most non-Greeks familiar with the island know it as a place of graphic beauty, an artistic haven, and a place where time
Property prices across the Greek islands rose further in the second quarter of 2026, with Crete posting the strongest annual increase among the island regions. International demand remained robust, led by buyers from the United States. According to Spitogatos, average selling prices across the islan
Greece has recorded a sharp drop in Golden Visa applications in 2026, as higher property investment thresholds and stricter rules on qualifying properties reshape foreign investor demand. New applications fell by 44 percent in the first half of the year compared with the same period in 2025, marking
The Region of Attica, which includes Greater Athens, has presented a new strategy to strengthen the international orientation and competitiveness of local businesses in Greece. The initiative draws on the third thematic study by the Attica Region’s Observatory for Competitiveness and Entrepreneurshi
A Greek-owned oil tanker was struck by a projectile off the coast of Oman, damaging its engine room and leaving the vessel without propulsion near the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. The vessel has been identified as the Metro Venetian, an LR2 tanker with a capacity of 115,000 deadweight t
Greece recorded a primary budget surplus of €5.77 billion ($6.75 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, beating the government’s target as revenues remained stronger than projected. The January-July result compared with a target of €4.417 billion ($5.17 billion) and a considerably larger primar
Greece has over two hundred islands for locals and tourists to explore. However, when it comes to water sports, and especially windsurfing, some Greek islands easily top the rest. The sport of windsurfing has become increasingly popular in Greece and around the world in recent decades. Greece’s comb
On the Greek island of Chios, the tenth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, nestled in the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea, there’s a bar experience unlike any other. Set right on the breakwater of the island’s main port, this coastal hangout offers more than just drinks with a view—it bring
Iran-linked hackers forced a UK power generator offline for four days in a cyberattack that raised fresh concerns over threats to critical energy infrastructure. The incident occurred in July and targeted what British officials described as a small-scale power generator. Authorities have not disclos
Israeli tourism to Greece reached a record 743,841 arrivals in 2025, rising 19.82 percent from 620,805 in 2024, according to the annual report of the Office for Economic and Commercial Affairs at the Greek Embassy in Tel Aviv. The increase was even sharper compared with 2023, when Greece received 47
Turkish arrivals to Chios, Lesbos and Samos surpassed 260,000 between the beginning of 2026 and August 20, according to figures presented in Lesbos, underscoring the volume of travel from Turkey to Greece’s eastern Aegean islands this summer. The three islands recorded a combined 261,766 arrivals du
Madonna has shared a personal reflection on her visit to Patmos, Greece, saying she felt “the presence of God” on the island and describing her return there with her son Rocco as a full-circle moment. The 68-year-old pop icon posted a series of photographs from Patmos showing moments from her spirit
Bitcoin rose past $77,000 early Saturday, its highest level since May, after President Trump pressed Congress to pass a crypto bill during a meeting with industry leaders this week. The price has gained more than $10,000 in the past two days. Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency, also climbed sh
The Peloponnese is a picturesque region in southern Greece. Steeped in history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, it is the ideal destination for an adventure. Feel the myths and legends come alive as you explore the ancient ruins and awe-inspiring landscapes that evoke the presence of gods
Greece’s inflation rate fell sharply in July, dropping below the eurozone average for the first time in months, according to the latest data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority. But the improvement does not mean that prices are falling. Greece’s Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices, the measure u
Greece has put a new national framework for renewable energy projects into force, introducing stricter rules on where wind, solar and other clean-energy installations can be built while expanding protections for the country’s natural landscapes, cultural heritage and local communities. The new Speci
Greece’s ice cream industry reached about €188 million ($218 million) in trade value in 2025, with the country importing far more ice cream than it sold abroad, according to new research from Eurostat. Greece brought in roughly 19.5 million kilograms (43 million pounds) of ice cream last year while
Greece’s defense-to-GDP ratio ranked among the highest in the euro area in 2025, with military expenditure equal to about 2.4% of gross domestic product under European Commission data cited by the European Central Bank. Separate figures from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute put G
Greece has emerged as the euro area’s most cash-friendly country, with new European Central Bank data showing cash acceptance among Greek businesses reached 99% in 2026. That rate is the highest in the currency bloc, matched only by Italy among the 21 countries that use the euro. The finding comes f
For many travelers, the Greek islands are synonymous with the sea during the summer. Once the peak heat begins to ease and the busiest weeks of the season are over, however, another Greece comes into view. Stone paths that may feel punishing under a midday August sun become far more inviting. Ancien