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Sunday, 17 February 2019 19:07
Athens Fashion Film Festival
The 1st Athens Fashion Film Festival presents a selection of fashion films and documentary films, which will take place on February 25, 26 and 27 at the Athens 'Megaron' Concert Hall (Nikos Skalkotas Hall) and brings together internationally recognised professionals and emerging talents from the fields of cinema, fashion, art and advertising.
The Athens Fashion Film Festival (AthensFFF), organised by Athens Cultural Creatives, aims to offer an innovative perspective to the innovative world of fashion films, to support animation, fashion and communication artists, and to transfer to the Greek and international audiences the latest trends in cinema, fashion and art.
The programme of the newly established festival includes, among other things, actions from the Milano Fashion Film Festival, projections, presentations and a round table with Constanza Cavalli-Etro (founder of the Milano Fashion Film Festival) and Orsola de Castro (founder of Fashion Revolution), as well as the presentation of the book "Firenze. Fashion Atlas " by Maria Luisa Frisa (curator and fashion critic).
The programme of the newly established festival includes, among other things, actions from the Milano Fashion Film Festival, projections, presentations and a round table with Constanza Cavalli-Etro (founder of the Milano Fashion Film Festival) and Orsola de Castro (founder of Fashion Revolution), as well as the presentation of the book "Firenze. Fashion Atlas " by Maria Luisa Frisa (curator and fashion critic).
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Thursday, 07 February 2019 07:00
Greece Expecting Twice As Many Visitors From The US In 2019
Great news for tourism as Greece is expecting the number of visitors from the US to double in 2019!
According to pre-bookings so far and data collected at the New York Times Travel Show, travel professionals in Greece are expecting a double-digit rise in 2019. In 2018 more than 1.2 million travelers from the US chose Greece for their holiday destination while direct flights to Athens increased by 10%.
Last spring, the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) held its Destination Expo in Athens, where US travel experts reiterated the increasing demand by American holidaymakers for Greece. It is also worth mentioning that the year-round direct flights between Athens and New York have greatly facilitated traveling to Greece from the US.
To read this article in full, please visit: Greek Travel Pages
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Tuesday, 05 February 2019 07:00
Exquisite Pan-Asian Cuisine At E&O Athens
E&O Athens first opened its doors in October and has already managed to become a favorite among the city’s most discerning foodies.
Located on the panoramic rooftop of the Athens Marriott hotel, E&O serves top-quality, delicious pan-Asian food in a stylish but casual setting with breath taking views.
At E&O Athens only the best local produce is used to create an enticing fusion of flavors from Japan, China, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia. The food here is innovative, fresh, and beautifully presented. Some of our favorite dishes are the succulent Thai Beef Salad, the delicious Kimchi Butter Edamame, the Pork San Choi Bao, and the cooked-to-perfection Crispy Duck & Pancakes.
There is also a bar that serves expertly crafted drinks and cocktails, an outdoor plunge pool, and The Playroom – a party area which is ideal for private parties and events.
In addition to its à la carte menu, the restaurant also offers set menus for early evening dinner and business lunches.
Address: 385 Syngrou Avenue, 175 64, Athens
Address: 385 Syngrou Avenue, 175 64, Athens
Telephone: 210 9471234
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Monday, 04 February 2019 07:00
Promising Greek Startups
Last April Equifund drastically changed the picture of the Greek start-up ecosystem after announcing that almost €500 million will be poured into new businesses in the next five years.
This amount of money may seem small in comparison to funding in other countries, but for Greek standards it is an enormous step, especially, given the circumstances in Greece during the past few years.
A couple of months ago, Found.ation, a leading technology and innovation enabling platform in SE Europe, partnered with EIT Digital, a leading European digital innovation and entrepreneurial education organization, and Velocity. Partners VC to release the 'Start-ups in Greece' report for the 2nd consecutive year.
The report is mainly focused on the 10 most funded start-ups in Greece – some of them already well known in the international start-up community – such as Softomotive, Workable, and Viva Wallet. The report also includes start-ups that still haven’t gained popularity but have the potential to become the next ‘game changers’ of the local start-up scene!
Get the full report here.
To read this article in full, please visit: Forbes
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Monday, 04 February 2019 07:00
Valentine's Day Giveaway - Win A Romantic Experience In Athens
Valentine's Day is just around the corner and Athens is about to be filled with love!
We wanted to make sure that this year is extra special so we've teamed up with Clio Muse Tours – an award-winning, local Greek self-guided audio tour app - and L'Audrion Wine & More - one of Athens' best wine bars in Plaka - to bring you a wonderfully romantic experience in Athens - dinner and a tour!
We wanted to make sure that this year is extra special so we've teamed up with Clio Muse Tours – an award-winning, local Greek self-guided audio tour app - and L'Audrion Wine & More - one of Athens' best wine bars in Plaka - to bring you a wonderfully romantic experience in Athens - dinner and a tour!
Enter and win a chance to celebrate Valentine's Day in Athens in a unique and romantic way!
HOW TO ENTER:
1. Like us on Facebook HERE and/or follow us on Instagram HERE.
2. Tag the person you'd like to share the experience with in the comments on the contest post on Facebook HERE and/or on Instagram HERE.
The winner will be announced on Tuesday, February 12. Good luck lovebirds!
THE EXPERIENCE:
Clio Muse Audio Tour
1. Like us on Facebook HERE and/or follow us on Instagram HERE.
2. Tag the person you'd like to share the experience with in the comments on the contest post on Facebook HERE and/or on Instagram HERE.
The winner will be announced on Tuesday, February 12. Good luck lovebirds!
THE EXPERIENCE:
Clio Muse Audio Tour
First you'll enjoy a self-guided English audio walking tour in central Athens called "Love as Chimera | Α Valentine Tour in Athens" that follows the steps of four passionate stories. All Clio Muse tours are written by accredited professionals in the unique Clio Muse ‘storytelling’ manner. All you need to do is download the tour to your smartphone device (Android & iOS), plug in your headphones, and head out to discover some of the most fascinating Athenian love stories! This romantic tour will take you to some of the city's most exciting locations such as the Acropolis Museum, Ermou, Psiri, and the National Archaeological Museum area. (*See note at bottom).
Learn more about Clio Muse on their website, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
L'Audrion Dinner For 2 - Early Evening Reservation
Having set the mood with love filled stories from the city's fascinating past, head to L'Audrion - a most romantic French restaurant and one of Athens' most talked about wine bars, to indulge in a delicious meal prepared by Chef Alain Parodi! Your dinner will include 2 glasses of Crémant sparkling wine, a first course to share, a main course of your choice (each), a Valentine's dessert, water and coffee. (*See note at bottom)
Learn more about L'Audrion on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.
Note to Participants:
* The Clio Muse audio tour does not include a tour guide, earphones/headphones, transportation to/from attractions, food and drinks, hotel pickup and drop-off, or entrance fees to museums and sites. It includes offline content with offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges and to enjoy at your own pace, anytime. The app is not compatible with Windows phones.
** The reservation for dinner at L'Audrion must be made in the early evening; the table will be available for you to enjoy your meal strictly until 22:00 on February14th, 2019.
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Sunday, 10 February 2019 11:11
World Spay Day - Sponsor A Cat Today
Nine Lives Greece is a network of volunteers dedicated to the reduction of the stray cat overpopulation through trap-neuter-return programmes.
Unneutered tomcats can create many problems on the streets - to themselves and also those unfortunate enough to get in their way. Five-month-old Gretel was found with a serious scratch wound on her face. And Snow White, who is only 9 months old, was attacked by an unneutered tomcat, likely either trying to mate with her or scare her off his turf.
Unneutered tomcats can create many problems on the streets - to themselves and also those unfortunate enough to get in their way. Five-month-old Gretel was found with a serious scratch wound on her face. And Snow White, who is only 9 months old, was attacked by an unneutered tomcat, likely either trying to mate with her or scare her off his turf.
Unneutered male cats spray everywhere to mark their territory, annoying their human neighbours and thus increasing the risk of poisoning. They roam further in search of females to mate with, heightening the probability of being run over and risking the lives of the female cats they chase.
They can father potentially hundreds of kittens in their lifetimes, adding to the overpopulation of stray cats in Athens.
Each February, Nine Lives participates in the Humane Society International’s World Spay Day – a global campaign that spotlights the importance of spaying/neutering.
Spaying/neutering is a proven way to reduce stray cat populations and improve their everyday quality of life. To mark World Spay Day, Nine Lives issues a challenge to supporters: help spay/neuter as many cats possible in one month!
For as little as €35, you can become a Friend of Nine Lives today and a cat will be spayed/neutered, get anti-parasite treatment and receive much-needed medical attention, all thanks to you!
Click HERE to read their stories and choose a cat (or cats) that you would like to sponsor!
They can father potentially hundreds of kittens in their lifetimes, adding to the overpopulation of stray cats in Athens.
Each February, Nine Lives participates in the Humane Society International’s World Spay Day – a global campaign that spotlights the importance of spaying/neutering.
Spaying/neutering is a proven way to reduce stray cat populations and improve their everyday quality of life. To mark World Spay Day, Nine Lives issues a challenge to supporters: help spay/neuter as many cats possible in one month!
For as little as €35, you can become a Friend of Nine Lives today and a cat will be spayed/neutered, get anti-parasite treatment and receive much-needed medical attention, all thanks to you!
Click HERE to read their stories and choose a cat (or cats) that you would like to sponsor!
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Saturday, 02 February 2019 16:45
February «Thursday Meetups» At The Hellenic American Union
The Hellenic American Union in collaboration with PhotoCircle will be hosting "Thursday Meetups'', where modern Greek photographers present their art work and conduct constructive discussions with the audience about their approaches and choices.
All photographers are selected by the renowned, Plato Rivellis.
All photographers are selected by the renowned, Plato Rivellis.
- February 7: Giorgos Vogiatzakis, Nikiforos Mandilaras and Chrysa Skopeliti.
- February 14: Alekos Theofanidis, Mania Benisi and Nikos Tsiforos.
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Monday, 11 February 2019 07:00
Greece Joins FLEX - A Life-Changing Program For International Students
The American Embassy in Athens has announced that the FLEX exchange program will be offering 10 scholarships to Greek students of 9th and 10th grade (DOB from January 1, 2002 to July 15, 2004).
The Future Leaders Exchange Program (FLEX) was founded in 1992 and has since become a competitive, merit-based scholarship program funded by the U.S. Department of State.
The Future Leaders Exchange Program (FLEX) was founded in 1992 and has since become a competitive, merit-based scholarship program funded by the U.S. Department of State.
Applicants go through multiple rounds of testing to earn a scholarship to spend an academic year in the United States with a volunteer host family and attending a U.S. high school.
"This is not a year in your life, this is life in a year" Kateryna, FLEX student 2013-14
FLEX students gain leadership skills, learn about American society and values, and teach Americans about FLEX countries and cultures. FLEX is a highly competitive program with over 26,300 alumni who have contributed over one million hours of community service in cities and towns across America. The students return home to active alumni networks that carry out inspiring activities.
FLEX students gain leadership skills, learn about American society and values, and teach Americans about FLEX countries and cultures. FLEX is a highly competitive program with over 26,300 alumni who have contributed over one million hours of community service in cities and towns across America. The students return home to active alumni networks that carry out inspiring activities.
To learn more about FLEX, please visit the U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Greece.
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Saturday, 02 February 2019 15:13
Prominent Sports Personalities To Join The 3rd Messinia Pro-Am
The registrations for Costa Navarino’s 3rd international Messinia Pro-Am golf tournament have been completed, with professional and amateur golfers from more than 20 countries forming 30 teams. Participants will compete in the two 18-hole signature courses, The Dunes Course and The Bay Course from February 20-23, 2019.
The tournament will be even more competitive this year, as top names will mark their presence. For the first time, the Quest Golf Academy’s acclaimed British golf professional Peter Finch, who has one of the most popular YouTube channels on golf tips and exercises, will act as pro in the tournament and will be the main presenter in awarding the Messinia Pro-Am prizes. He said: “I’m very excited to play in Greece for the first time, especially at such an incredible looking venue. To compete in the event, soak up the atmosphere and capture some awesome content is something I’m very much looking forward to.” Mike Tindal, a former rugby player, who in his 17-year career has represented England 75 times and 5 times as team leader, participates in the tournament as an amateur.
Other distinctive professional golfers include the Italians Emanuele Canonica (European Tour 2005 Champion), Alessandro Tadini (4 Challenge Tours, 2 PGA and 3 National Opens) and Federico Elli (1st Messinia Pro-Am champion), Swede Henrik Engdahl (PGA Greece, winner of two Aegean Pro-Ams in 2007 & 2018), British Stuart Boyle (PGA Great Britain & Ireland, winner of the first two Messinia Pro-Ams at group level), Slovakian Peter Svajlen (Title holder of 4 PGA Slovakia), Portugal’s Thomas Gouveia (Portuguese Championship and Cup), Belgian Valérie Van Ryckeghem (Title holder of 1 Ladies European Tour), Israeli Asaf Cohen (2 nd in Messinia Pro-Am 2018) and top Greek pros including Adam Kritikos, Eugenios Papadopoulos and Chryssanthos Diakou.
For special accommodation packages at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and the full program of Messinia Pro-Am click HERE!
Other distinctive professional golfers include the Italians Emanuele Canonica (European Tour 2005 Champion), Alessandro Tadini (4 Challenge Tours, 2 PGA and 3 National Opens) and Federico Elli (1st Messinia Pro-Am champion), Swede Henrik Engdahl (PGA Greece, winner of two Aegean Pro-Ams in 2007 & 2018), British Stuart Boyle (PGA Great Britain & Ireland, winner of the first two Messinia Pro-Ams at group level), Slovakian Peter Svajlen (Title holder of 4 PGA Slovakia), Portugal’s Thomas Gouveia (Portuguese Championship and Cup), Belgian Valérie Van Ryckeghem (Title holder of 1 Ladies European Tour), Israeli Asaf Cohen (2 nd in Messinia Pro-Am 2018) and top Greek pros including Adam Kritikos, Eugenios Papadopoulos and Chryssanthos Diakou.
For special accommodation packages at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and the full program of Messinia Pro-Am click HERE!
AEGEAN , a member of Star Alliance, is the official airline partner of the event.
Vodafone , Eclectic Greece by Kyvernitis Travel , Athens International Airport and Hertz are the official sponsors of the event.
Luanvi is the official sportswear partner.
Official supporters of the tournament include J.VOURAKIS SONS EE , Poseidonia , METAXA , Luc Belaire , The Blue Beetle , Nescafé Alegria , Kalamata Papadimitriou and ECOLAB Fysiotek is the physio partner of the event.
The tournament is assisted by Stoli , Fever-Tree and BiancoNero .
Erasmus is the official travel partner coordinating and ensuring the smooth registration & accommodation process.
The 3rd Messinia Pro-Am is organized in collaboration with the PGAs of Europe and is held under the auspices of PGA of Greece and the Hellenic Golf Federation .
Hashtag: #messiniaproam
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Thursday, 24 September 2020 07:00
Syros: A Classy Year-Round Island Destination
There is an island in Greece that is cosmopolitan and Cycladic, stately and traditional, Orthodox and Catholic at the same time! Syros, the capital of the Cyclades, is an island with many faces.
Even Ermoupoli, Syros' capital, has a dual identity. Ermoupoli is stately and grand, topped with an Orthodox church, while above it, Ano (Upper) Syros is a typical Cycladic village, crowned with Catholic monasteries and churches.
The beautiful amalgamation of marble-paved squares, exquisite mansions, traditional settlements, and crystal clear beaches bestow Syros with a unique, elegant character that can't be seen anywhere else in Greece.
Syros is a year-round destination; in fact, it is a place you could live in throughout the year, so much is there to do!
7 Things To See And Do On Syros
1. Visit Vaporia
The neighborhood of Vaporia in Ermoupoli is where the island's captains of industry built their beautiful townhouses, all with sweeping views to the sea. Step inside the blue-domed church of Agios Nikolaos to find an interior that reflects its patrons' wealth: a marble icon screen and pulpit, and chandeliers brought in from Trieste.
2. Explore Ermoupoli
Ermoupolis is the bustling yet elegant port town of Syros. Marble flagstones pave its spacious main square, home to the majestic Town Hall, one of the 19th-century masterpieces of Ernst Ziller, the famous Saxon architect who became a Greek national. Graceful, neoclassical buildings emit an aura of old-world charm. Buildings such as the restored Apollo Theatre (a miniature of La Scala in Milan), the Hellas Club, and the Pallas cinema are perfect examples of yesterday's elegant urban architecture.
3. Taste Loukoumia: The Traditional Syros Sweets
The loukoumia from Syros(also known as Turkish Delight in English) are soft and chewy, flavored with rosewater, mastic, bergamot, pistachios, and almonds. According to locals, the water, not the sugar nor flavorings, makes them so delicious. Be aware that they are addictive, so don't forget to take plenty with you when you leave.
4. Visit Ano Syros
In contrast to Ermoupplis, Ano Syros has all the features of a typical Cycladic village. Its white cubist houses are nestled on a steep hillside, linked by narrow alleys and occasionally opening up onto spectacular terraces. Two things make Ano Syros unusual: the catholic monasteries and the Cathedral of Saint George on its summit and the bouzouki tunes of famous musician Markos Vamvakaris that can still be heard in its shops and squares. A native of Syros, Vamvakaris was one of Greece's greatest rebetika (blues) musicians.
5. Explore The Island's Beaches
Remember these names: Galissas, Delfini, Kini, Finikas, and Dellagratsia, where the island's elite built their splendid summer villas. Their serene landscapes, sheltered water, and pretty coves are ideal for a tranquil family holiday.
6. Visit The Industrial Museum
Part of Syros' former industrial district has been transformed into a museum. Wander among its buildings to see permanent exhibits related to its history and its shipping and industrial heritage.
7. Discover Grammata Bay
Grammata in Greek means letters, and at Grammata Bay in northern Syros, there are letters carved on the rocks. Generations of seamen washed up on this isolated coast and inscribed their wishes, prayers, and names on them. Most of the carved letters date back to the Roman and Byzantine eras. You can reach Grammata Bay by boat or on foot.
To learn more about the island of Syros, please visit: discovergreece.com
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