Athens is a large metropolis that might not seem particularly kid-friendly at first sight. However, despite what most people think there are lots of exciting things to do and see with your children in Athens. Home to numerous museums, parks, and playgrounds, the Greek capital provides endless options for a fun and educational family outing.

Here are some of our favorite children’s activities in and around the center of Athens:

 

To enjoy a great sightseeing tour of the historical center of Athens, all you need to do is hop aboard the Athens Happy Train. This toy-like street train starts from Syntagma Square and will take you and your family around the most famous sight and landmarks of the city. You can even transform the 40-minute tour into a day trip by hopping on and off and exploring your favorite monuments and attractions along the way.

Address: Ermou Street, Syntagma Square

Visiting the Planetarium is a great opportunity to familiarize your children with complex concepts in a fun and interactive way. Kids love the huge domed screen, the amphitheatrical auditorium, and of course the state-of-the-art interactive shows that take place in the Planetarium. It's a fun and educational outing for the whole family.

Address: 387 Syggrou Avenue, 175 64, Palaio Faliro

 

Located inside the Athens Conservatoire, this museum aims to teach children all about the world they live in. Its philosophy is based on the phrase ‘I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand therefore its activities include things like creating with building materials, experimenting with different ingredients in the kitchen, and learning about the concepts of supply and demand in the museum’s marketplace.

Address: 19 Vasileos Georgiou B, 106 75, Athens

Located near the Flisvos Marina, this playground is one of the best in Athens. It covers an area of almost 13 acres and offers various exciting activities. The park is divided into several sections; one for children aged 2 to 5, one for children up to 12 years old, walking and cycling paths, mini soccer, and basketball facilities, and an outdoor gym! Just a step from the sea and full of exciting games and constructions, the Flisvos Park Playground is ideal for a fun family outing.

Address: Flisvos Park, Posidonos Avenue, Palaio Faliro

Focused on the study, conservation, and protection of the natural environment, the Goulandris Natural History Museum will certainly impress children of all ages. The museum's collection is focused on botanology, entomology, minerals, paleontology, and marine biology and includes hundreds of thousands of specimens. Children will be impressed by the life-sized replicas of animals and rare plant species that will help them comprehend the earth’s ever-changing ecosystem. The museum is also home to the Gaia Centre and the unique ‘Geosphere’ monitor, which presents the geological evolution of the planet from its creation, 4.6 billion years ago, until today.

Address: 13 Levidou, 145 62, Kifisia

 

As part of the municipality's urban overhaul program that aims to bring life back to the inner-city neighborhoods, Athens' has revived its Theatrou Square, which is off the central Varvakeios Market.

The first seven shops as part of the POLI² pilot project, which subsidizes neighborhood upgrade and renovation projects, have opened for business.

At the recent announcement of the shops opening, the mayor highlighted the symbolic meaning saying, "Light always drives darkness away. That’s what we are doing now on Theatrou Square near the central market, which will also be carried out at the Merchant’s Arcade on Voulis St."

The selection process of businesses lasted four months, including the renovation of the shops and handing these over to the winning teams, which are Astika Motiva, Niroi, I Love Athens, Creators of Cosmos, Book & Play, COCO-Mat.bike, and O Horos.

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There's no perfect time of year to go for a hike because any time is a good time! Walking for just 30 minutes a day can improve your overall health by increasing your muscle strength and endurance, decreasing your risk of stroke and heart disease, making your bones stronger, improving your balance, and much more. On top of these physical benefits, walking can improve your mood and boost your creativity! So put on your sneakers try out these top hikes in and around Athens!

A short 30 minute drive from Monastiraki or the northern suburbs, the Monastery of Kai-sariani is a breathtaking site of the Monastery of Kaisariani. A few minutes off the highway, and you’re into pure forestry bliss. You can visit the monastery, take a botanic walk and soak in the remarkable views!

A three hour drive from Athens is Tsagkarada in Thessaly. A fun hike from the village down to Damouchari (where they filmed the famous Dancing Queen scene in Mamma Mia!) takes a couple of hours. Amazing scenery and adventure – almost like no other place in Greece.

Palamidi Castle in Nafplio

There are almost 1000 steps to reach Palamidi Castle in Nafplio – but every single step offers endless views of this beautiful seaside town. You can reach Napflio and get hiking in about 2 hours from Athens.

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The multi-awarded sports tourism event “Navarino Challenge” took place in Messinia and Costa Navarino for the 6th consecutive year, 12- 14 October. The event’s key message this year was “sports unite people”!

More than 2,500 professional and amateur athletes of all ages enjoyed a rich program of 28 activities. The event, hosted by The Westin Resort Costa Navarino , promoted the Olympic Spirit and “Fair Play” for another year, while supporting the fight against childhood obesity through exercise and the Mediterranean diet.

“Navarino Challenge” brought together athletes, families and children from 36 countries, including, among others Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Israel, Lebanon, Netherlands, Norway, Qatar, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, United Kingdom, Ukraine, USA.

The full schedule of the event included activities for the whole family within 3 days. One of the biggest online gaming companies worldwide, Bwin, consistent with its efforts to enhance Greek sports, supported the event as the Grand Sponsor of this year's Navarino Challenge. By promoting actions of public good, Bwin recognizes the goal of Navarino Challenge, which is to raise awareness on the issue of childhood obesity and to promote physical and mental well-being through the message “sports unite people”.

On Friday, October 12, Bwin welcomed the participants of Navarino Challenge by organizing the Bwin Welcome Party with the voice of Penny Baltatzi, in retro swing and jazz music rhythms.

On Saturday, October 13, the swimming action was held in the Municipality of Pylos- Nestor that supported the event for another year and helped in the smooth implementation of the activities at Navarino Bay. The athletes covered the 2.8 km open water swimming race by Vikos, designed by the Federal Swimming Coach and technical director of the event, Nikos Gemelos. The race was held for the first time with timing and was completed with absolute safety with the approval of the Hellenic Swimming Federation and according to FINA’s open water swimming regulations, with the presence of major athletes of the Greek national open water swimming team such as George Arniakos, Dimitris Negris, Dejan Jovanovic, Anastasia Kyrili, Stellina Aplanti, Konstantinos Konstantineskou and Maria Kirykou, as well as George and Timos Skotadis, the twin Greek expatriates racing with the colors of the national team of Netherlands.

The swimming action also marked the beginning of the “Navarinia” event for the 191-year anniversary from the Battle of Navarino, which will culminate this week. All race results can be found here!

The event was a member of the Global Swim Series (GSS) which includes races from 37 countries around the world.

“Navarino Challenge” presented for the third time the Stand Up Paddling relay race by BIC® Sport . The fun course for SUP beginners and professionals was the best option for the acquaintance of the sport in the waters of the Ionian Sea. BIC® with its continuous presence in the field of water sports supported the event. The race was carried out with the support of the surf club, Surf Salad.

After the finish of the SUP race, a demonstration race with Optimist and Laser boats was held by the Maritime Athletic Pylos Association “Nestor”.

All water sports were supported by the following partners: Pylos Port Authority, Poseidonia, Lifeguard Patrol, Pylos Association of Enterprises for Tourism Development, Maritime Athletic Pylos Association “Nestor”, Explore Messinia, Hellenic Rescue Team, Karalis City Hotel & Spa, Karalis Beach Hotel.

On Saturday night, the official airline partner Qatar Airways welcomed the guests on the special night “A Night to Remember by Qatar Airways”. On a splendid evening with the presence of Peloponnese Regional Governor Petros Tatoulis and Mayor of Pylos-Nestor, Mr. Dimitris Kafantaris, Qatar Airways honored great personalities from the global sports industry.

The event was presented by the legendary basketball player Joe Arlauckas with the actor Youlika Skafida and the talented musician Elena Charbila (Kid Moxie), under the jazz rhythms of the musician Adam Tsarouchis. Within the framework of the event honorable awards were given to successful athletes who have been distinguished worldwide.

In particular, the leading Greek former basketball player and coach Panagiotis Giannakis was honored by Peloponnese Regional Governor, Mr. Petros Tatoulis and Mr. Achilles Constantakopoulos, President of TEMES, followed by Joe Arlauckas awarded by the Country Manager Greece & Cyprus Qatar Airways, Mrs. Theresa Cissell. The Greek national volleyball player who holds the record of participations in the Greek National Team, Michalis Trantafillidis received the third award of the night from Head of B2B & Operators Sales Samsung, Mr. Aris Markou.

During the event the following awards were given; the Olympic and European Champion at 400m. with hurdles Periklis Iakovakis was awarded by the Marketing & Communications Manager VIKOS SA Mrs. Natassa Krenz and Mayor of Pylos-Nestor Mr. Dimitris Kafantaris, the twice silver Olympic medalist in taekwondo Alexandros Nikolaidis was awarded from the President and Managing Director of Ford Motor Hellas Mr. Nikos Notaras while the ultramarathon Dean Karnazes was awarded by the Bwin representative Mr. Yannis Kapodistrias. Qatar Airways had another surprise, drawing a set of two airline tickets to any destination of its world network, while throughout the weekend Qatar Airways conducted a special contest for all participants through its special application created for the Puzzle Challenge game. Can be viewed here!

“A Night to Remember by Qatar Airways” was assisted by Kayak, Karoulias, Lafazanis, Nestor and Dimiourgies, while the specially designed awards of the event, which included names of ancient Messinian Olympic athletes, were created by Antonis Palles.

On Sunday October 14th , professional and amateur runners tried their best on the beautiful running routes of 5km (running & dynamic walking) 10km and the Ford Go Further Half Marathon (21.1km).

Starting from Navarino Dunes of Costa Navarino, professional and amateur athletes run along the coast to Pylos crossing the beautiful Voidokilia beach following the path that Telemachus traced to seek Odysseus according to the Homeric tradition. “Navarino Challenge” was included in World’s Marathons world community with runners from the Sport Club with people with special needs from Kalamata, “Diaforozo”, celebrating their participation at the event one day before the International White Cane Day (October 15th).

On the same day, children’s 1km run was held (with the support of VIKOS), with the dynamic presence of children from the wider region as well as clubs such as Messiniakos, GC Akritas 2016 and Maritime Athletic Pylos Association “Nestor”. The routes were designed and edited by the former marathon runner, holder of national best performance on the classical route, running coach and director of All About Running, Nikos Polias. The organization innovated, in its cooperation with LUANVI. The leading force in the field of sports apparel and accessories in Spain, as an official sports supplier of Navarino Challenge offered the special technical t-shirt of the event to all participants, which were decorated with the design of Voidokilia beach. The Ford Go Further Half Marathon was held with the participation of Dean Karnazes, while a special finisher t-shirt was offered with a design of Pylos Castle.

All running routes results can be found here!

The three-day schedule included activities such as: taekwondo (with Olympic medalist Alexandros Nikolaidis and the numerous participations of TaeKwonDo teams, among others, from Kalamata and Kyparissia), kids’ athletics (in Pylos and Costa Navarino with Periklis Iakovakis. An action that has been developed by a special panel of scientists from IAAF [International Association of Athletics Federation] and is officially implemented in Greece by the Hellenic Athletics Federation [SEGAS] in cooperation with the Ministry of Education), beachathlon (with Periklis Iakovakis), beach volley lessons by Samsung and King & Queen Beach Volley Tournament by Samsung (with Michalis Triantafyllidis and supported by Triantafyllidis Beach Arena), 4on4 basketball tournament (with the participation of the athletes Joe Arlauckas and Alexandros Nikolaidis) climbing and bike ride at Voidokilia by HSBC (supported by Navarino Outdoors), pilates (with physical education instructor, Mandy Persaki), golf by Qatar Airways (supported by Navarino Golf Academy), kick boxing (with champion Alexandros Nikolaidis), baby swimming and aqua aerobic (supported by Swim Academy and Red Swim Academy), group cycling (spinning challenge with Tess Arlauckas), tennis cross training (supported by Navarino Racquet Academy), boxing (with Christos Gatsis and supported by Vizantinos target sport club), high intensity training, beach yoga and crossfit (with Dimitris Moros and supported FitnessArt).

For the second consecutive year “Navarino Challenge” had Samsung as the event’s official technology partner. Samsung enriched the experience of those participating and attending the event with the innovative Samsung Galaxy ecosystem services such as the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ coupled with the Gear 360 and Gear VR with unique content at 360 degrees, as well as the QLED TVs with their outstanding picture quality and stylish design.

For the days of the event, Samsung created a special Samsung Business Lounge and a Samsung Gaming Corner and offered endless fun, information and entertainment to the Navarino Challenge participants. At the same time, Samsung sponsored the Samsung King & Queen Beach Volley Tournament by Triantafyllidis Beach Arena that was held at Costa Navarino.

This year the event also innovated with its “Live the Challenge” campaign implemented on Instagram during the days of the event, presenting the participants’ experience in real- time and POV content.

For another year Vikos SA as an official sponsor spread the message of sporting energy with the natural mineral water “Vikos”, offering the necessary hydration and revitalization to all participants. The natural mineral water “Vikos” offers the necessary balance, well-being and energy that the athletes need during their exercise in order to be able to continue their efforts.

Surprises didn’t stop here… as the all-new Ford Focus came in Navarino Challenge 2018! Ford Motor Hellas promoted sports and “fair play” as the event’s official sponsor and supported the efforts of the fight against childhood obesity while promoting healthy diet by participating for another year in the support team of “Navarino Challenge”. For the fifth consecutive year, athletes and organizers moved with the safety and efficient engines of the cars of Ford Motor Hellas.

Navarino Challenge cooperared for the first time with HSBC, one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organizations. As an official banking partner, HSBC supported this year's event, conducted a contest and was the exclusive sponsor of the bike activity (Bike ride at Voidokilia by HSBC).

Official supporter of the event were: Pylos-Nestor Municipality, Poseidonia, Navarino, BIC®, BIC® Sport, Avance and Hippophae of Meteora Hippocrates Farm. Athens Medical Group was the Medical Partner of the event for the first time. Fysiotek Sports Lab took care as the event’s partner the recovery of athletes in the challenging running races.

National Geographic was the event’s strategic partner for another year. Athens Easy Transfers assisted the event in all transfers of its VIP guests. The event was assisted by Target Security, The Diner, Hellenic Recovery Recycling Corporation, Anazoe Spa, Kayak, Collective Resort, Department of Sports Organization & Management from University of Peloponnese (with its numerous and dynamic team of volunteers), Karalis City Hotel & Spa, Karalis Beach Hotel, Kessaris, Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS), IAAF Kids Athletics, Tsamis, Lafazanis and Nestor.

More than 250 people worked in the event’s production and more than 500 employees at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Navarino, took care the hotel accommodation and service of Greek and foreign participants. Navarino Challenge was co-organized by Costa Navarino , The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and Active Media Group with the support of the Municipalities of Pylos-Nestor and Trifilia. Navarino Challenge took place under the auspices of the Greek National Tourism Organization, with the approval of the Hellenic Swimming Federation.

Grand Sponsor: Bwin

Official Airline Partner: Qatar Airways

Official Technology Partner: Samsung

Official Sponsors: Natural Mineral Water “Vikos”, Ford Motor Hellas

Official Banking Partner: HSBC

Official Sports Supplier: Luanvi

Official Supporters: Municipality of Pylos-Nestor, Poseidonia, Navarino, BIC®, BIC® Sport, Avance Rent A Car, Hippocrates Farm Medical Partner: Athens Medical Group Partners: Navarino Outdoors, Swim Academy, Surf Salad, Triantafyllidis Beach Arena, FitnessArt, Vizantinos target sport club, Red Swim Academy, Fysiotek Sports Lab

Strategic Partner: National Geographic

Premium Media Partner: Gazzetta.gr

Assisted by: Lifeguard Patrol, Navarino Racquet Academy, Pylos Association of Enterprises for Tourism Development, Maritime Athletic Pylos Association “Nestor”, Explore Messinia, Navarino Golf Academy, Target Security, The Diner, Hellenic Recovery Recycling Corporation, Athens Easy Transfers, Anazoe Spa, Kayak, Collective Resort, Department of Sports Organization & Management from University of Peloponnese, Karalis City Hotel & Spa, Karalis Beach Hotel, Kessaris, Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS), IAAF Kids Athletics, Tsamis, Lafazanis, Nestor

Communication Sponsors: SKAI, Cosmote TV, SKAI 100,3, ΣΠΟΡ FM, Athens Voice, Melodia, Kathimerini, People, Instyle, Runner Magazine, Skai.gr, Insider.gr, Reader.gr, Luben, Neopolis.gr, Greek Travel Pages, Omorfa Taxidia, Runningnews.gr, Runster.gr, XpatAthens.com, Infokids.gr

International Communication Sponsors: World Open Water Swimming Association, The National Herald, Neos Kosmos

Local Communication Sponsors: Mesogeios TV, Eleftheria Messinias, Tharros Messinias, Foni Messinias, Sportstonoto.gr, Messinia live, Pylos Live Radio, Flynews

Hashtags: #navarinochallenge #costanavarino #sportsunitepeople #eatwell #runwell #livewell

The embassies and institutes of the Nordic countries (Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland) have joined forces to present themselves to the public, under the name they share as an alliance.

The event is about the NORDICS, a union of states and people, who will hold presentations, discusssions and workshops included in ''Athens 2018: World Book Capital''.

All under the title ''The Nordic Narrative''.

Goethe Institute, Athens (Omirou 14)

Wednesday, October 31st 2018 at 19:00

New National Library of Greece - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Center (Syggrou Avenue 364)

Friday, November the 30th 2018

3) ''Greece through the eyes of Northern travellers''

Northern Countries Library (Kavalloti 7)

Opening: February 19th 2019

Duration: 10th of December 2018 - 10th of May 2019 


Presentations of Crime Literature writters from the Northern Countries will also take place at the Goethe Institute on the following dates:

- October 30th 2018: Jorn Lier Horst (Norway)
- November 1st & 2nd 2018: Arne Dahl (Sweden) along with Petros Markaris
- December 4th 2018: Yrsa Sigurdardottir (Iceland)
- March 2019: Smuel Bjork (Norway) and Persson Giolito (Sweden)


Hosted by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Athens

Santorini was the global benchmark for professional and amateur athletes, escorts and visitors who traveled to the enchanting island the 4th Santorini Experience this October 2018.

The top sports tourism event in Greece was a complete success and had a record number of participants in the running and swimming races, gathering more than 6,000 visitors in Santorini. In fact, 60% of the visitors stayed in Santorini for more than 5 nights.

For one more year, foreign participants surpassed every precedent, as Santorini “hosted” athletes from a total of 45 countries from the 5 continents, America, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Oceania. Specifically, swimmers and runners were from Argentina, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, New Zealand, USA, Russia, Qatar, South Africa, United Kingdom, Japan and China.

World class names as well as the elite of the Greek national open water swimming team were present!

The top Hungarian swimmer Attila Manyoki, who excels in open water swimming races with several wins and is a member of the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame (IMSHOF), returned for another year at the event that a part of the Global Swim Series (GSS).

Along with him, the British twice silver Olympic medalist, at the Rio Olympics in 2016, Jazz Carlin swam for the first time, as well as the twin Greek expatriates racing with the colors of the national team of Netherlands, George and Timos Skotadis. The elite of the Greek national team along with top professional athletes had a dynamic presence in the swimming race. The national team consisted of George Arniakos, Dimitris Negris, Stellina Aplanti, Dejan Giovanovic, Dimitris Manios, Irene Diakoumakou, Maria Filopoulou, Maria Liossi, Anastasia Kyrili, Konstantinos Konstantineskou, Panagiotis Alogakos, Maria Kirykou, Triantafyllia Diakoumakou, Marianota Elmali and Melina Trochalaki.

The federal coach and technical director of the 1.5 miles (2,4km) open water swimming by Vikos, Nikos Gemelos applied FINA's regulations on Sunday, October 7 th , and implemented the race with the approval of the Hellenic Swimming Federation, following all safety rules. At the same time, the event took care of the amateur athletes with the addition of the safety buoy, of high standards and quality. The swimmers started in two groups from the volcano ending their race at the old port of Fira, having the imposing view of the island in front of them. Men’s winner was Dimitris Negris, George Arniakos finished 2 nd and Dejan Jovanovic in the 3 rd place. In women, Olympic medalist Jazz Carlin was 1 st , Irene Diakoumakou finished 2 nd and Maria Filopoulou came 3 rd .

You can see the detailed results on the official page of the event HERE (in the event there was an extra classification for those wearing wetsuits - wetsuit category).

For the safety of the race, 50 specialized escorts were present in the water with the help of the Lifeguard Patrol, the people of Santorini who assisted with their own boats, the Voluntary Lifeguards of Santorini, Atlantis Dive Center, Mediterranean Dive Club, Santorini Nautical Club and most of all the Boatmen Union Santorini that carried the athletes to the volcano and helped in the smooth implementation of the open water swimming race.

On Saturday, October 6, the 15km, 10km and 5km “Aristides Alafouzos” running races were held. All routes started from the desalination plant in Oia, with parts of trail track and a background of the magnificent images from the volcano overlooking the Caldera, as well as the settlements of Imerovigli, Firostefani, Oia and with a finish in Oia. The running routes are designed by the former marathon runner, Greek classic route record holder, running trainer and director of All About Running, Nikos Polias. “Santorini Experience” has joined the World’s Marathons global community. 

It should be highlighted that many athletes decided to run for the joy of sports with no timing. In terms of the social events, Municipal Sports Cultural Environmental Organization of Santorini (DAPPOS) hosted an open concert with the Greek-German artist FIONA, in the surrounding area of the Indoor Hall DAPPOS, on Saturday October 6. A little bit earlier the International Dancing Group of Santorini “Stamatina Xiarchou” & Association of Pontians Eptamyloi Serres “Akrites” opened the concert.

On Friday, October 5, on the occasion of Santorini Experience, Samsung (as the official technology partner), in cooperation with the local Kotsovolos store, organized the event “Kotsovolos and Samsung present the Hotel of the Future” at the conference hall of DAPPOS informing the island’s hoteliers of all the latest developments and the benefits of technology in their industry. Samsung enriched the experience of those participating and attending the event with the innovative Samsung Galaxy ecosystem services, such as the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+, coupled with the Gear 360, the Gear VR and unique 360 degrees content.

Easy access with the help of sponsors!

Participants traveled to “Santorini Experience”, with the official airline partner of the event, Ryanair, which offered the connection of Athens with Santorini with direct flights from abroad. The Greek leading shipping company Blue Star Ferries as a sponsor of the event facilitated the ferry connection offering a 50% discount on the ferry tickets and the participants’ vehicles, assisting a total of Greek and foreign athletes while offering an additional discount on the connection with the Cyclades and Dodecanese group of islands, resulting in participations from the islands of Paros, Naxos, Amorgos, Rhodes and others. Ford Motor Hellas promoted sports and “fair play” by participating for the 4 th year in the support team of “Santorini Experience”. Athletes and organizers moved with the safety and efficient Ford Motor Hellas cars, the official sponsor of the event.

For another year Vikos SA as an official sponsor spread the message of sporting energy with the natural mineral water “Vikos”, offering the necessary hydration and revitalization to all participants. The natural mineral water “Vikos” offers the necessary balance, well-being and energy that the athletes need during their exercise in order to be able to continue their efforts.

The organization innovated with its collaboration for the first time with Luanvi, the leading company in the sportswear industry in Spain. As the event’s official sports supplier, Luanvi offered an extremely innovative sports T-shirt to all participants.

The event received a very substantial support and assistance from its official sponsors Alafouzos Sport, Athina Luxury Suites and Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa. Official supporters of the event were Santorini Hoteliers Association, Meltemi Hotels & Resorts, Aqua Vista Hotels, Boatmen Union Santorini and Avance Rent A Car. DNA Travel, as the official transport partner of the event, facilitated the transportation of

all participants and volunteers of “Santorini Experience”. National Geographic was the official strategic partner of the event.

The event was assisted by Lifeguard Patrol, Assyrtico Wine Restaurant Café, Hellenic Recovery Recycling Corporation and the Department of Sports Organization & Management from University of Peloponnese.

The event received the support of the following hospitality sponsors: Santorini Hoteliers Association, Meltemi Hotels & Resorts, Athina Luxury Suites, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa, Aqua Vista Hotels, Canaves Oia, Santo Houses, West East Suites, Desiterra Luxury Suites & Villas, 270 Oia’s View, Fanouris Condo, Monolithia, Casa Iphigenia, Sienna Resort, Esperas Santorini and Loizos Stylish Residencies.

VitaNTravel, as the official travel agent of the event, took care and assisted all athletes and escorts with information about the ferry routes, ferry tickets, car rentals and accommodation “Santorini Experience” is a co-organization of Municipality of Santorini, Municipal Sports Cultural Environmental Organization of Santorini (DAPPOS) and Active Media Group. The event was held under the auspices of the Greek National Tourism Organization and approved by the Hellenic Swimming Federation. 

Official Technology Partner: Samsung

Official Airline Partner: Ryanair

Official Sports Supplier: Luanvi

Official Sponsors: Ford Motor Hellas, Natural Mineral Water “Vikos”, Blue Star Ferries, Alafouzos Sport, Athina Luxury Suites, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa Official Supporters: Santorini Hoteliers Association, Meltemi Hotels & Resorts, Aqua Vista Hotels, Boatmen Union Santorini, Avance Rent A Car

Official Transport Partner: DNA Travel

Strategic Partner: National Geographic

Assisted by: Lifeguard Patrol, Assyrtico Wine Restaurant Café, Hellenic Recovery Recycling Corporation, Voluntary Lifeguards of Santorini, Mediterranean Dive Club Atlantis Dive Center,, Santorini Nautical Club, Department of Sports Organization & Management from University of

Peloponnese

Hospitality Sponsors: Santorini Hoteliers Association, Meltemi Hotels & Resorts, Athina Luxury Suites, Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa, Aqua Vista Hotels, Canaves Oia, Santo Houses, West East Suites, Desiterra Luxury Suites & Villas, 270 Oia’s View, Fanouris Condo, Monolithia, Casa Iphigenia, Sienna Resort, Esperas Santorini, Loizos Stylish Residencies

Official travel agent: VitaNTravel

Photo credit: Elias Lefas

The days are getting shorter, the trees are changing color, boots replace sandals, and summer vacations are long gone. The autumn urban rhythm is back and so is the Meet Market, this October 20th and 21st at Technopolis, City of Athens.

It’s time again for another monthly celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit, complete with dj sets, interactive games for kids, 100+ stands of local brands, not to mention 20 new participants for you to feast your eyes upon!

So gather your friends, pack up your kids, or just meet us there!

The Meet Market: A 2-day monthly celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit... A nomadic market place of local goods, fresh ideas and friendly folk.

An audio-visual jigsaw of handmade & independently designed clothes, accessories, art, objects, organic body products, home ware, tasty food, vintage & retro collectables, records, interactive games, free prizes, dj sets and good vibes!

#themeetmarket #keepitlocal #keepitGreek

The World's 50 Best Bars recently announced this year's winners and once again, The Clumsies and Baba aur Rum are featured amongst the world's best bars.

The Clumsies, located on Praxitelous Street in central Athens, ranked 7th on the list. “With three floors that draw in the crowds all day, The Clumsies has it all – from coffee to homely-but-refined Greek food to leading-edge cocktails."

The Baba aur Rum, located on 6, Klitiou Street in downtown Athens, ranked 22 in the world. The judges highlighted, “Through warm Athenian hospitality and refined international cocktails, Baba Au Rum continues to be considered one of the best bars in the world.”

London’s “Dandelyan” and “American Bar” were named the World’s best, taking first and second place, followed by Singapore’s “Manhattan” bar in third.

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