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September 23, 2016
The archaeological shipwreck near the islet of Modi
From the 20th of September untill the 29th of October 2016, a team of specialists from the Hellenic Institute of Marine Archaeology will conduct underwater archaeological research, at the rocky…
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September 21, 2016
Spiros Rois: The long distance swimmer who swam from Pireaus to Poros
The crossing of the Saronic Gulf is an exceptional attempt undertook by long distance swimmer and physical education teacher Spyros Rois from the island of Poros. With his attempt to…
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April 20, 2016
Experience Easter on Poros
The island’s natural beauty blossoms with spring, creating a picture-perfect backdrop for the most poignant holiday on the Orthodox calendar. Poros sparkles in the spring, as light infuses the sea…
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June 8, 2015
Mythical wedding on the olive farm
Recently a dream became reality; we had the first wedding ever on my olive farm! The Scandinavian couple Oddney and Tore said their vows next to the sea as their…
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June 8, 2015
Celebrity spotting
Poros might not have the jet-setter reputation of islands like Mykonos, but keep your eyes peeled because you might just spot a celebrity walking along the quay. Celebrities spotted in…
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May 14, 2015
Henry Miller describes Poros
“I don’t know which affected me more deeply-the story of the lemon groves just opposite us or the sight of Poros itself when suddenly I realized we were sailing through…
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February 18, 2015
Boating Traditions
With a maritime tradition rooted in antiquity, it’s hardly surprising to see the diversity in Greek boatbuilding as the shape of bow and stern and number of masts were determined…
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January 29, 2015
A hike to the heavens
On a clear day you can see forever—and sometimes a lot further than that when your perch is atop the Aderes range overlooking the Saronic gulf. The mountains rising behind…
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January 28, 2015
Tearing it up over Poros
Wow! From the ground it didn’t look like much snow but the dusting of white atop Ortholithi was several centimeters deep—and certainly enough to create a piste with an incredible…
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January 28, 2015
Rhapsody in pink
These graceful birds are known to us as flamingoes, but their scientific name is Phoenicopterus, from the Greek words for purple and wing—so it’s only fitting that their migration routes…
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December 5, 2014
Yoga Week at the Odyssey
Author and photographer: Annette Spaan Dutch Travel Journalist Annette Spaan spent months at the Odyssey and wrote this blog about her experiences. The yoga and meditation week at the Odyssey seems…
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November 24, 2014
Bayanderas, the rebetiko rhapsodist from Poros
Mention Greek music and most tourists will think “Zorba”. But for Greeks, the sound of the bouzouki usually conjures rebetiko, an urban music introduced by the refugees from Asia Minor.…
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Accomodation
Poros isn’t just a holiday destination, but it’s perfect for a weekend escape. The island offers a range of accommodations, from luxury hotels to self-catering…
May 12, 2015
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Cascade Resort
Cascade Resort set in the cosmopolitan area of Askeli in Poros Island, 3kms from the port. The property is surrounded by pines & cypress trees…
May 12, 2015
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Askeli View
Askeli View is located at the site of Askeli in Poros by the sea between the colorful Askeli and Canali beach. You can reach the…
April 3, 2015
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Hotel Dionysos
Hotel Dionysos is located in one of the most beautiful area of Poros island, with nice view of the mountain Koimomeni. It is located in front…
Eating out
Greek or International, fish or meat, the choice of traditional or modern. Follow your craving and discover your ideal dining experience. Poros is famed for…
May 12, 2015
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Askeli All-Day Restaurant
Askeli All-Day Restaurant is one of the establishments that has raised the bar of the Poros dining scene. Its beachfront location at cosmopolitan Askeli offers…
November 21, 2014
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Sourtzinos Grill
Sourtzinos’s is housed in a charming jasmine-shaded cottage in Synikismos, across from the neighborhood playground. It does a roaring trade in take-out and delivery, but…
November 21, 2014
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Macaroni & More
Restaurant “Macaroni & More” is the only authentic Italian restaurant located in Poros and at the coastal road to Punta, the most scenic beach of…
See & Do
Your insider’s guide to the best things to see & do in Poros – selected highlights in history, culture , activities and sights, for the…
September 23, 2016
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The archaeological shipwreck near the islet of Modi
From the 20th of September untill the 29th of October 2016, a team of specialists from the Hellenic Institute of Marine Archaeology will conduct underwater…
June 8, 2015
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Celebrity spotting
Poros might not have the jet-setter reputation of islands like Mykonos, but keep your eyes peeled because you might just spot a celebrity walking along…
June 5, 2015
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Get to know the Russian Bay
Russian Bay is set amphitheatrically along a small cove framed by thick pine woods and sheltered from the channel by the pretty Daskalio islet. The…
Cafes
Coffee is a Greek ritual and is served no matter the time – day or night. Some cafes are inside the graphic Poros passages, while…
November 21, 2014
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Sofrano Cafe
Back in the days when Poros’s seafront was dominated by the old-fashioned kafeneia or coffee houses, the Café Sofrano stood out as the first café.…
November 20, 2014
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Café Fresko
Set slightly back from the waterfront road, Café Fresko occupies the ground floor of a two-story island cottage. It’s like an outdoor garden lounge, a…
November 19, 2014
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Porto Cafe
Porto Café is perfectly set for monitoring the island’s comings and goings as it’s located at a central spot along the Poros seafront right across…
Nightlife
Whether it’s at a bar, at a club, or at a restaurant it’s up to you. Poros didn’t gain its infamous reputation from the early…
November 28, 2014
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Kanji Bar
Kanji , a rock bar with a playlist that extends into rock’s every subgenre, fills a niche in Poros’s diverse nightlife. It’s where you’ll find…
November 21, 2014
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Orion Bar
Just like the constellation it’s named after, Orion Bar is known in Poros and its environs as the most happening bar around. Orion is located…
November 20, 2014
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Joy Bar
In the center of Poros island and in direct access from the sailing boats, a special hangout for lovers of high entertainment was created! The…
May 12, 2015
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Vikos Marine Store
Poros Island is a named sailos’ paradise. The island is 30 miles South of Athens, conveniently connected to Piraeus by hydrofoil, a one hour trip.…
May 12, 2015
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ERGANI weaving shop
ERGANI weaving shop is located in the picturesque lane that runs through the center of Poros Town behind the fish and meat market. In ERGANI…
March 21, 2015
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Artichaut: Fashion in... layers
Artichaut, which is French for artichoke, might seem like an odd name for a shop that sells items like bracelets and scarves, but Katerina and…
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