Greece News 2026

NEWS ARCHIVE - January 2026

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Rick Steves Mediterranean Guide to Cruise Ports – Amazon

January 19, 2026 Monday

"End the tension" Mitsotakis and the farmers

Story at Skai [Greek]

"Tightening the screws" on short-term rentals like Airbnb

Story at Greek City Times [English]

Queen Sofia revisits Tatoi for the first time since 1981

Story at Vanity Fair [English]

The revisions to the 2026 "Golden Visa" program

Political tides are also against golden visa programs in Europe (though not as pronounced elsewhere), where there has been much debate across the EU about whether European nationality should be for sale to the highest bidder.

Story at Forbes [English] – more about Golden Visa

Princess Irene funeral at the Athens Cathedral

Story at Protothema [English]

Murder in Agrinio

Story at Eleftherostypos [Greek]

The deadly train collision in Spain: large number of fatalities

Story at Naftemporiki [Greek]

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The Ancient Greek Remedy – Organic Face and Body Oil for Dry Skin, Hair, Hands, Cuticles and Nails Care. Olive, Lavender, Almond, Vitamin E and Grapeseed Oils. Natural Moisturizer for Women and Men 4oz – Amazon.com

• Cold Pressed
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• Oil Color: Golden
• Aroma: Lavender

NEWS ARCHIVE - January 2026

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Timeless Villages, Scenic Hikes, Local Flavors - Moon's Greek Islands & Athens Travel Guide – Amazon 560 Pages

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Guide Book for the Peloponnese: with Athens, Delphi and Kythira – Paperback – Amazon – Bradt Travel Guides, 288 Pages, November 18, 2025

The Captain Arcoudas Bridge in Zagorohoria – click image to enlarge

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Guide Book for the Peloponnese: with Athens, Delphi and Kythira – Paperback – Amazon – Bradt Travel Guides, 288 Pages, November 18, 2025

Kavala seen from the water - click to enlarge

Weapons, Warriors and Battles of Ancient Greece and Rome - 400 Pages – AMAZON

A comprehensive, accessible study of Greek, Macedonian, and Roman weapons, armour, and military systems. Publisher: Pen and Sword Military

Corinth Canal - click image to enlarge

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GREECE TRAVEL GUIDE FOR SENIORS 2026-2027 – AMAZON 128 Pages

Acropolis and Parthenon evening colors - click image to enlarge

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Guide Book for the Peloponnese: with Athens, Delphi and Kythira – Paperback – Amazon – Bradt Travel Guides, 288 Pages, November 18, 2025

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Fodor's Essential Greece: with the Best of the Islands (Full-color Travel Guide) – Amazon

• Illustrated experiences guide to the top things to see and do
• Multiple itineraries to help organize your days
• 40+ detailed maps for easy navigation
• Color photos throughout
• Local recommendations for sights, dining, hotels, nightlife, shopping, and activities
• “Best of” features covering beaches, food and drink, and more
• Trip-planning tips on when to go, getting around, avoiding crowds, and saving money
• Historical and cultural insights into Greek people, art, architecture, and cuisine
• Special features on the Acropolis, Greek gods and heroes, Greek history, Meteora, and more
• Local writers highlighting lesser-known places
• Greek-language primer with useful words and phrases
• Up-to-date coverage of Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Corfu, Rhodes, the Aegean, Sporades and Saronic islands, Delphi, Central Macedonia, Meteora, and the Peloponnese
• 800 Pages