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Matthew Delapp | Vice Consul to Zakynthos & Kefalonia | British Vice Consulate Zakynthos Representing the UK during the Giostra Di Zante events. It was the first time that a UK representatives took part in the Giostra Di Zante events on Zakynthos Island.       Mrs Louise Morfis, who …

COLCHESTER CITY PIPES AND BAND IN ZAKYNTHOS FOR THE FIRST TIME.       During the three day event of Giostra Di Zante, we had the pleasure of hosting the team from Colchester, England. It was the first time they visited our island and they were not only impressed by …

The celebration of Easter has already begun on our island. Visitors not only from all over Greece but internationally as well have made their way to Zakynthos to enjoy a unique experience. The highlight of the week being the Epitaph, which is celebrated on Holy Friday. Many villages are also …

MISSING ALERT PRESS RELEASE     Athens, April 10, 2023 DISAPPEARANCE OF GEORGIA FOURNOGERAKI, 19 YEARS OLD, #MISSING ALERT   On 07/04/2023, Georgia Fournogeraki, 19, disappeared from the area of Zakynthos. “Smile of the Child” was informed of the disappearance of Georgia Fournogeraki on 10/04/2023 and immediately proceeded to publish …

It seems that the Governrnt is determined to have the “Shipwreck” closed to all this year, without even considering the measures that were taken last year to allow visitors the chance to experience the ship up close and swim within the bay area. It was only three weeks ago that …

Lekka:- It was wrong to say that the “Navagio” would be prohibited!   During an official meeting with the Regional Offices Mr Lekka explained his reasons for continual efforts to keep the “shipwreck area” safe for vistors.   Katerina Mothonaiou’s question about the green zone.   “It was wrongly said …

  March has arrived and it not only brings Spring, and the clocks changing, but it also brings the first UK tourist flight to the island. Yes, in just three and half weeks, the new summer tourism season will begin and once again tourists will start flocking to their favourite …

  Greek tourism is booming already this year and it’s only March. An increase in visitors to a variety of Greek islands has seen Greece getting a head start on tourism in 2023. The news from a Business Trends study by the National Bank of Greece is positive, and they …

  Residents of Alykanas had a rude awakening this morning when burglars targeted an ATM at 4.55 am, attempting to blow it up. Their attack on the ATM caused damage to the machine, which is located in front of the local supermarket, on the main road heading towards Alykes. Despite …

Thirteen may be unlucky for some, but for Zakynthos, it’s lucky thirteen for the USA publication The News & Observer in their recent article; 35 Best Beaches in the World for a Relaxing Getaway. The article featured amazing beached around the world that according to The News & Observer are …