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[Meteo.gr] Stormy weather is expected to affect Greece from Wednesday afternoon, with heavy rains and thunderstorms initially forecast for the Ionian Sea and the western mainland, while authorities have placed the regional units of Achaia and Ilia on red alert until Friday due to flood risks. The Athens National Observatory and meteo.gr added that storms in parts of the southern Ionian, western and southern Peloponnese will be intense and may bring hail. Forecasts also warn of potential tornadoes during thunderstorms in parts of the western and southern Peloponnese and the eastern Aegean. Rain and local thunderstorms will spread eastward Wednesday evening into Thursday, affecting most of the country. Attica is also expected to see rain and l...

On the sloping shoreline of the Greek Aegean island of Milos, a vast construction site has left a gaping wound into the island's trademark volcanic rock. The foundations are for a hotel extension that attracted so much controversy last year that the country's top administrative court ended up temporarily blocking its building permit.Construction machinery still dots the site for a planned 59-room extension to the luxury resort, some of whose suites have their own swimming pools.Milos Mayor Manolis Mikelis calls the project an "environmental crime". "The geological uniqueness of Milos is known worldwide. We don't want its identity to change," he told AFP in his office, adorned with a copy of the island's most famous export, the Hellenistic-era statue of the love goddess Venus.Fuelled by a t...

Greece gradually shifted over the last decade towards a more outward-looking production model, a new study by the Institute of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels (INSETE) shows. The research challenges the long-standing narrative of a “coffee economy” overly reliant on tourism and low-productivity sectors. The study highlights that exports grew at an annual rate of 7.8% after 2015, outpacing both tourism revenues (+4.8%) and GDP growth (+3.4%). Manufacturing strengthened, with production rising approximately 3% annually between 2013 and 2024, while employment in the sector increased at twice the overall job growth rate (+2.3% versus +1.1%). Investments in machinery, transport, and technology equipment also surged by 8.8% annually. The agri-food sector improved its international competitiveness...

Home » EUROPE » Greece Sets the Bar Sky High in 2026: Tourism Explosion That Outshines Every European Destination! Published on February 13, 2026Greece has reached another milestone in its tourism sector in 2026, achieving its third consecutive year of record-breaking performance in terms of both visitor arrivals and tourism revenue. The country’s tourism industry has been a driving force behind Greece’s economic recovery, and with new policies focused on sustainability, it shows no signs of slowing down. According to the Ministry of Tourism, this growth comes as part of a comprehensive strategy designed to make Greece a year-round destination, ensuring that the benefits of tourism are felt throughout the country, not just during peak seasons.Minister of Tourism, Olga Kefalogianni, empha...

The Los Angeles Chargers have strengthened their presence in Greece with a series of initiatives in Thessaloniki and Athens aimed at promoting Flag Football ahead of its inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Over two days, more than 500 young athletes took part in NFL Flag Football Camps organised in collaboration with local partners, before the visit concluded with a Super Bowl Night Watch Party in Athens. The first camp was held in Thessaloniki at Pinewood American International School at the Anatolia Campus, where more than 300 young participants trained under the guidance of Chargers staff and representatives of the Hellenic Flag Football League. Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley attended the session, sharing insights from his experience competing in the National Footb...

The United Nations and Greece issued urgent warnings over Yemen’s escalating crisis, urging the unconditional release of detained UN and NGO personnel. UN Special Envoy Hans Grundberg told the Security Council that while early improvements appeared in government-controlled areas, the situation remained fragile. He stressed that service gains could reverse if security deteriorated, economic reforms stalled, or institutions faced conflicting pressures. Hans Grundberg warned that stabilisation would fail without addressing the broader conflict and called for an inclusive UN-led political process. He urged all parties to avoid dragging Yemen into a regional conflict. Greece strongly condemned Houthi forces for entering at least six UN offices in Sana’a and illegally removing UN property, calli...

Greece recorded a third consecutive year of tourism growth, with arrivals and revenue reaching record levels, Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni announced during a meeting with the Panhellenic Federation of Hoteliers (POX) at their renovated offices. Minister Olga Kefalogianni said the 2026 strategy prioritises qualitative growth, aiming to spread tourism benefits across society and extend activity nationwide throughout the year. She emphasised sustainable 12-month tourism, opening new markets, and developing direct flight connections from Europe, America, and Asia, including the first direct flight from India with IndiGo. She highlighted Greece’s active role in shaping the first European Strategy for Sustainable Tourism and praised the hotel sector for its resilience, adaptability, and...

Greece, N.Y. (WHAM) — Town Supervisor Jeff McCann is proposing to eliminate what he calls "excessive" management-level benefits in that he says have cost Greece taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars over the past four years.At issue is a policy that allows certain management employees to cash out unused sick time at 100% of its value upon retirement and receive fully paid health insurance. McCann described the policy as "egregious," saying he became aware of it after taking office six weeks ago."It’s not something that should be viewed as a payout for the highest-paid employees in the town," McCann said. "That’s not fair to other employees. It’s not equitable, and most importantly, it’s not fair to Greece taxpayers that we would be paying such lucrative benefits."According to the town...

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Home » EUROPE » Apokries Carnival 2026 A Traveler’s Ultimate Guide to Greece’s Biggest Celebration of Culture and Tradition Published on February 13, 2026Greece, February 2026 – For travelers seeking a unique cultural adventure, there’s no better time to visit Greece than during the Apokries Carnival. Spanning from February 1 to 22, 2026, this vibrant festival is filled with traditional music, elaborate costumes, and joyous celebrations as Greeks bid farewell to meat before the onset of Lent. It’s a spectacle unlike any other, inviting visitors to experience the heart of Greek culture while participating in centuries-old customs that bring the streets alive with energy.What is Apokries Carnival?Apokries, the Greek word for carnival, has deep historical and cultural roots. The festival ma...