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Theophany or Epiphany closes the twelve-days of Christmas, which began on Christmas Eve and was celebrated through various customs. Everything is ready at the holy churches of Zakynthos for the blessed celebration of the Sanctification and Epiphany, recalling the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan River in which the priest …

As we say goodbye to 2019, and hello to a new year and a new decade, we also celebrate the anniversary of the going live of our website last January. It’s been a very busy year and a lot has happened on the island during 2019. The island dealt with …

As 2019 comes to a close we would like to say a big thank you to our 2019 advertisers. It’s been great be able to support your businesses, and to have you on board. We wish you, your staff and your businesses a great 2020! Quest Rentals Quest Rentals are a …

Reports from local media in Greece state that the Greek President Prokopis Pavlopoulos signed a decree today making the Hollywood actor Tom Hanks an honorary Greek Citizen. This kind of honour is normally granted to people who the Greek Government feel have “provided exceptional services to the country” or whose …

What is Laura Beach House? Lara Beach House are a family run group of six apartments, located in Alykes, right on the beach with amazing views. There are three apartments that have two bedrooms and two bathrooms accommodating up to seven guests and three apartments that have one bedroom accommodating …

Early this morning workers were out in Alexander Roma street, in Zakynthos Town. Damaged slabs throughout the walkway are being replaced from Agious Sarantes up to 21st May street. The road works are also being overseen by Vice Mayor, Mr. Dimitrios Koutsogiannis. Wearing suitable clothing he has been helping the …

A new route to Zakynthos, from Bologna in Italy, has been announced by budget airline Ryanair. The new direct route will start in summer 2020 connecting new visitors to the island from Italy. Seats for the route are already on sale and a spokesman for the airline said: “Commencing in …

An original Radio drama Series called Hotel, written by Susan Scott, has been produced and directed by residents living on Zakynthos. A number of them are also acting in it! The story centres on a new hotel, that has all the complications of a new build. A thunder storm contributes …

Huge congratulations to Nefis Travel  who have announced today that they have been awarded Private Tour Compnay of the Year for the Ionian Islands, Greece, 2020. Its a huge achievement and great news for both Nefis Travel and Zakynthos. The announcement was made on their facebook page today, as below. …

The storm that hit the island today has seen the island affected by winds of 75 to 90kph (storm force 9). These winds have caused issues with a number of boat/ferry routes and the passenger ferry to Kefalonia was cancelled due to dangerous seas. Whilst some boats did manage to …