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As most of us know recycling in Zakynthos has been a major issue. With the slogan “We make recycling clothes a habit!” our Municipality has signed a contract with a company in regards to recycling clothing. As stated by Roula Ntasio, ” we treat recycling issues with deep awareness and …

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 “Giostra Di Zante” Association will soon be reviving their annual three day event. An event that takes us back in time to the 18th century is held on the long weekend of the Holy Spirit (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). It is a cultural event attended by delegations from all …

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 …

Just a stone’s throw away from the town’s centre is the small village church of Saint Nicholoas in Ambelokipi.  The Saint Nicholaos Parish, every year has its own unique service during the Holy week. The Highlight of the week is of course Holy Friday where the well known “moiroloi tis …

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 …

This week there has been a lot of confusion as to whether Navagio Beach, the islands most popular site, will be open or not. The confusion comes from a safety assessment conducted by the Anti-Seismic Planning and Protection Organisation (OASP) on the 8th March. The assessment team specifically looked at …