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Quote of the day by Greek philosopher Plutarch: 'To make no mistakes is not in the power of man....'Plutarch, a Middle Platonist philosopher and historian, bridged Greek and Roman cultures, renowned for his "Parallel Lives" and "Moralia." ...
What India could learn from Greece’s indifference to its own gloryA vacationer's initial admiration for the modern Greek mindset, contrasting it with India's focus on a glorious past, was shattered by a to...
Planning a holiday to Greece? Here’s when to visit for an ideal experienceGreece beckons travellers with its ancient sites and beautiful islands. Summer brings abundant sunshine and festivals but can be very hot. ...
Can Europe’s warmest city keep its cool this summer?Athens, grappling with soaring tourism and extreme heat, is implementing measures like cooling centers and green spaces to combat rising te...
Four island hotels for your getawaysThese destinations offer stunning views, unique experiences, and lavish amenities, from overwater villas and private pools to on-site gourm...
10 breathtaking new hotels to inspire your 2025 travel plansIn 2025, new resorts are set to open in various stunning island destinations worldwide. Each offering luxury accommodations and unique expe...
Despite weather glitch, the Paris Olympics flame is lit at the Greek cradle of ancient gamesCloudy skies frustrated Tuesday's efforts to produce the flame in the customary fashion, when an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priest...
Travel planning 101: 52 places you must visit in 2024Planning your next holiday? Consider adding these destinations to your itinerary for the perfect vacation.
Travel in 2023: 12 months that 'took chaos to a new level'This year "took chaos to a new level," said Henry Harteveldt, a travel industry analyst for Atmosphere Research. "It seems that the world i...
To go Baalbek-packing in 'another' LebanonBaalbek's heydays came to an end with the advent of early Christianity in the 4th century, after which it entered a deliriously confusing p...
Best itinerary to spend 36 hours in Cartagena, ColombiaCartagena de Indias, a colonial port city on Colombia's Caribbean coast, is a vibrant destination filled with cultural and historical attra...
Global heatwave 2023: Greece faces hottest July in 50 years, US records soaring temperaturesGlobal heatwaves grip Greece and the US, with scorching temperatures reaching record highs. Climate change impacts are evident as extreme w...
Record heatwaves sweep the world from US to Japan via Europe
Was Monsoon session the last sitting at old Parliament building?The Monsoon session of Parliament ended on Monday, four days ahead of schedule, after continued disruptions during the last three weeks ove...
Tryst with history: 100 years since Duke of Connaught laid foundation stone of Parliament HouseOn Friday, a century from that February 12, 1921 day, as parliamentarians from various parties sat in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha for...
26 dead, buildings collapse as major earthquake hits Turkey, GreeceThe quake struck late Friday afternoon, causing a mini-tsunami on the Aegean island of Samos and a sea surge that turned streets into rushi...
Travelling to Greece? Here's the ultimate guide for youStep back into the ancient world and marvel at the remnants that continue to withstand the test of time.
Greece aims to be among top five European destination for IndiansKountoura said Greece is looking at reaching out to affluent Indians this year through a well planned marketing and advertising campaign.
- The London makeover
Besides the 500-acre Olympic Park, London will get a dozen new skyscrapers and a fifth terminal at the Heathrow airport as part of a 20-yea...
- Down history's path
There’s little left of the fabled Temple of Artemis, but Ephesus has other wonders. One has to see it to appreciate it.