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The best all-action Greek islands
[:el] These are the perfect places according to Express for those who want to do a bit more than simply relax in the summer sun. KAYAK THE CYCLADES The volcanic isle of Milos in the Cyclades has one of the most spectacular coastlines of any Greek...
Koufonisia: Greece’s secret isles
[:el]Independent pays tribute to Koufonisia, Greece’s secret isles as described in the article’s title. Mykonos is one of the Med’s showiest party islands, the Greek counterpart to Ibiza: high-gloss, -cost and -energy, powered by thumping music and late night dinners, a hedonistic playground for hangovers...
European award for Greek researcher for the development of new anticancer drugs
[:el] Dr Zoe Cournia, a Computational Chemist, Investigator – Assistant Professor level at the Biomedical Research Foundation of the Academy of Athens, has been selected as the recipient of the 1st PRACE Ada Lovelace Award for HPC. The Award ceremont will be held 10-12 May...
New research gives hope to those suffering from depression
[:el] Researchers in the US, including 2 Greek scientists announced they may have discovered a new powerful antidepressant, based on substance ketamine. Major depressive disorders and drug abuse are both massive public health concerns, affecting people from every socioeconomic class, race, and gender. The two share...
Kalymnos: the “Queen” of Rock Climbing
[:el] Climbing magazine makes tribute to Kalymnos, the famous “island of the sponge divers”, which is according to the popular magazine the top destination in the world for climbing. The American photographer and climbing athlete Julie Ellison travels to photograph the best places for rock climbing in...
4 Greek beaches among the top 12 in Europe
[:el]Are you ready to discover the most beautiful beaches in Europe? Europeanbestdestinations.com made a selection of the best beaches for relaxing, partying or simply walking. Discover the top 12 beaches in Europe, among them 4 Greek beaches. The full list of the 12 best beaches in Europe: 1....
2 Greek islands in the best family holiday hotspots
[:el] Holiday favourites like Disneyland and Marrakech have been knocked off the top spots recent research in search volumes for destinations Express has found, with new emerging destinations within familiar countries across the world taking the crown. They’re safe to travel to and sunny, among...
The first Greek conductor at the Aspen Music Festival
Dionysis Grammenos is the first Greek who will participate as conductor at the American Academy of Conducting in the 2016 Aspen Music Festival. He has been widely recognized as one of the most charismatic artists of the young generation. His international breakthrough occurred in 2008, when he won...
Athens in the top destinations in Europe for 2016
[:el] TripAdvisor published the list with the Best Destinations in Europe for 2016 Travelers’ Choice. Explore this year’s Travelers” Choice Award-winning destinations, based on millions of reviews by travelers. Discover grand cities, exciting trip ideas, and unforgettable sights. Greece is among the first 15 destinations, whereas...
Greece among world’s top 50 countries
[:el] Telegraph newspaper published the 2015-16 Telegraph Travel Awards. More than 75,000 readers voted their favorite destinations. Greece ranked 29th among the world’s 50 best countries. Telegraph readers’ love affair with New Zealand continues. This is the fourth year in succession that they have voted it their favourite country for...