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The Zakynthian Carnival is something special to all Zakynthians. It has its very own way of celebrating. As zakynthosinformer.com has explained before our roots are tied to Venetians days. However, as Zakynthians do, we have a certain knack of making something our very own. This is no different when it …

Most living on our Island would have hear the Church bells chime this evening. Prayers have already taken place earlier this afternoon in preparation for “Soul Saturday” It is a Greek orthodox tradition, the remembrance of those who are no longer with us. *Soul Saturday* in Zakynthos it is celebrated …

Kostis Hatzidakis, on the waste of Zakynthos: “A consultation process is underway to finally close before the start of the tourist season. In a statement issued by our local Member of Parliament, Mr Dionysios Aktypis important talks in regards to issues concerning our Island made progress.   Statement. I had …

Celebrations are starting and holidays are due. Zakynthosinformer.com has arranged some important dates to note. Over the next couple of months Zakynthos will be celebrating, so if you want to join in the fun then make sure you have these dates free. Even if you would like to plan your …

In regards to the advertisement in Aldi’s travel brochure,  zakynthosinformer.com has been in contact with our Member of Parliament, Mr Dionysios Aktypis. Our administration team were the first to advise him of what the company had printed and the huge mistake they have made. After our report going live, it …

It’s always great to see the island advertised especially as we’re heading towards another exciting summer season. But imagine our surprise when a picture surfaced which looks to be from Aldi’s German travel magazine selling an excursion entitled Turkei Blaue Reise (Turkey blue travel) with a photo of Navagio beach …

FRIDAY 14th, FEBRUARY 2020 (Valentine’s Day) 11:00 a.m Announcements through the streets. Traditional, “Delalides”town criers announcing the commencement of Carnival. From St Lazaros to St. Mark’s Square. Marking the beginning of Carnival 2020. 8:00 pm OPENING: “HIDDEN TREASURE HUNT” with crew “94”. The game will last 2 days (14-15 February). …

sunday 9th of February, 2020 until the last day,  Sunday 1st March, 2020 It is that time of year where most Zakynthians will say “we’ve entered the triodion” exactly what is the triodion? Most of us that are not aware of what triodion means would say ‘Carnival Period’ What is …

Some spectacular photos were taken by local resident Matina Tsoukala yesterday. With high winds reaching 8 to 9 Beaufort.  As one can see the waves virtually threatened our famous shipwreck to be washed out to sea.  As the photos made the social media many residents are questioning why our famous …

Many attended this evening’s protest outside the Regional Offices in Zakynthos town, despite the rain and cold. The protest was in recognition of the illegal sale of land in the mountainous region of Zakynthos, namely known as “Shipwreck”.  The protest was a pure initiative of the inhabitants of the area …