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This month the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)  will visit Zakynthos on its boat the Blue Panda. The visit is part of a Mediterranean tour that will aim to raise awareness of the detrimental environmental affects that oil extraction has on the oceans and marine life. The tour will also highlight …

Mayoral elections haven’t just taken place on Zakynthos recently, it’s been reported that the Mayor of Ithaca, Dionisis Stanitsas was re-elected and shortly after, handed out reusable fabric bags to local students. The Mayoral authorities have decided to ban plastic bags and will replace them with fabric bags, which have …

In January 2018 an Accommodation Tax came into effect, to be paid by all holidaymakers/tourists visiting Greece. The tax is payable by all guests upon arrival at check-in, (or to the renter) either by cash or card (please ensure that you also ask for a receipt).  This tax is payable …

Argassi is a small village on the south east coast of Zakynthos, around four km from Zakynthos Town. A pleasant but lively resort, Argassi hugs the sea on one side and nestles into beautiful countryside on the other, just far enough from Zakynthos Town to be away from the hustle …

Traditions are part of the Zakynthian way of life; they have been passed down from generation to generation and are still today kept alive. Nearly every religious celebration is tied into tradition and Zakynthians take their traditions seriously. At most religious ceremonies you will be able to take photographs, it …

As with most traditions, food is important and the Zakynthian cuisine is a must for anyone to try. Zakynthians are well known for their dishes and of course their wines.  A wide array of native Ionian grape varieties have been planted on the island for centuries, and are most famously …

Zakynthos has plenty to offer as far as entertainment goes, both during the day and at night. There is something for everyone, whether visitors just want to chill out and be serenaded by the locals, or go all out, in a night of frenzy. A wide variety of Zakynthos Island …

Zakynthos Town is the main town on the island and is full of things to do. It boasts a beautiful harbour where visitors can walk and admire the variety of boats, catch ferries to the mainland or take local boat trips to local sites. The sweeping semi-circular harbour brings the …

On the south coast of the island of Zakynthos is the resort of Laganas. Known for its depiction of a sometimes rowdy resort for 18-30’s age group, Laganas tends to lend itself to having a tarnished reputation, but the resort isn’t really that bad. Yes, at night the clubs pump …

Situated in the South-West of Zakynthos is the lovely village of Keri. Although the area is set up for tourism the village is one of the few areas that survived damage from past earthquakes and so typical lovely old houses and small alleys still exist, giving visitors a more laid …