<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr:santorini.gr News]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq00.php?p00=35&pcode=H901_OM35]]></link><description><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr:santorini.gr News]]></description><lastBuildDate><![CDATA[Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></lastBuildDate><language>en-EN</language><item><title><![CDATA[Temple of Athena Nike restoration complete]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000139&pcode=H901_CD2000139]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000139&pcode=H901_CD2000139]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Builders have completed another stage of restoration of the Acropolis
in Athens with the removal of scaffolding from the temple of Athena
Nike, the head of renovation efforts said Friday. 

	'_The entrance to the Acropolis is free of all scaffolding, a sight
not seen since the end of the 1970s_' Maria Ioannidou said, urging
tourists to take advantage of it before more work begins on the
Parthenon. 

	Overlooking the Propylaea, the small Ionic monument was the last site
to be restored under a project which started in 2001 at a total cost
of 42.6 million euros (54.7 million dollars). 

	Work on the temple, which required dismantling it, was delayed by
damage to its marbles -- inflicted over time and during 19th century
restorations. 

	Separate restorations of the Propylaea and Parthenon were completed
in December and May respectively. 

	But the Parthenon will again be covered in scaffolding and surrounded
by cranes for work on its western part to transfer six metopes, or
sculptured marble blocks, threatened by pollution, to the Acropolis
museum. 

	The Greek government promised in May to continue the restoration,
despite a crippling financial crisis, with the help of European funds.


	Ioannidou estimates that archaeologists have at least a decade of
work ahead of them. 

	Source: AFP Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[International Tourist Arrivals up 7% in the First Half of 2010]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000138&pcode=H901_CD2000138]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000138&pcode=H901_CD2000138]]></guid><description><![CDATA[The first six months of 2010 saw international tourist arrivals grow
by 7% according to the August Interim Update of the UNWTO World
Tourism Barometer. This result confirms the recovery trend beginning
in the last quarter of 2009 and is expected to continue in the second
half of the year at a somewhat more moderate rate. The Interim Update
was officially presented at the 4th UNWTO/PATA Forum on Tourism Trends
and Outlook (2-4 September, Guilin, China) to tourism stakeholders
from the public and private sector, as well as academia. 

	International tourist arrivals are estimated to have grown by 7% in
the first half of 2010. While growth was modest in April as a
consequence of the closure of European airspace following the eruption
of a volcano in Iceland, results were strong in May (+10%) and June
(+8%). Data available for July indicates that growth is set to
continue at a steady rate. 

 Growth was positive in all world regions, led by a robust performance
of emerging economies expanding at 8% compared to 6% in advanced
economies. ASIA AND THE PACIFIC (+14%) and the MIDDLE EAST (+20%),
where results were already positive in the second half of 2009,
continue to lead growth in the first half of 2010 with the majority of
destinations in both regions posting double digit growth rates. 

 In the AMERICAS (+7%), Central and South America show steady growth,
as does North America. Growth has been slower in the Caribbean but
results are still markedly improved as compared to 2008 and 2009.
EUROPE (+2%) shows the slowest recovery but results from recent months
are slightly more positive. Although recovery has not yet returned to
Northern Europe, both Western and Southern Mediterranean Europe show
reasonable growth. AFRICA (+7%), the only region to grow in 2009,
maintained this momentum during the first half of 2010. 

	Source: www.unwto.org Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SETE Confernece 'Tourism and Development']]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000132&pcode=H901_CD2000132]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000132&pcode=H901_CD2000132]]></guid><description><![CDATA['TOURISM IN THE NEW SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC REALITY IN GREECE. PRIORITY
IN GOVERNMENT - CONSCIOUSNESS IN SOCIETY\' is the theme of the 9TH
SETE CONFERENCE \'TOURISM AND DEVELOPMENT\' to be held in Athens on
Monday, October 18th 2010 (Hotel Grande Bretagne) and Tuesday, October
19th 2010 (The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort, Vouliagmeni).
 From the first romantic approach to the tourism by a majority of
Greeks, now the whole society recognizes that tourism is an important
economic and social phenomenon..
 In other words, the challenge is the effective integration of tourism
development on the absolute priorities of the Government. The data
gathered by the tourism as economy sector: openness, abundant raw
material, quick returns and spread across the country, especially at
work, make it the most appropriate agent for effective reversal of the
negative performance in economic and social level.
 Speakers at the conference will be representatives of the Government
and Opposition, media representatives, banks, academics and
businessmen inside and outside the tourism industry.
The 'Tourism and Development' Conference are standard measures of SETE
public debate on tourism and appeal to investors, entrepreneurs,
senior executives and government officials who wish to have an active
role in shaping future for tourism development in the country. 

	Source: http://news.travelling.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[3rd European Tourism Conference along with the 26th International Tourism Exhibition 'PHILOXENIA']]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000131&pcode=H901_CD2000131]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000131&pcode=H901_CD2000131]]></guid><description><![CDATA[For a third consecutive year, HELEXPO and EUROPRESS MEDIA GROUP (EMG)
are organizing the'3RD EUROPEAN TOURISM CONFERENCE' entitled this year
'A NEW MODEL FOR TOURISM'. The event includes sessions about Culture
and Environment, Digital Agenda and Marketing, Alternative forms of
Tourism, etc. 

	The event will be held along with the 26th International Tourism
Exhibition \'PHILOXENIA\' on Friday, November 19, 2010 in Thessaloniki
- Greece, with the support of the \'Association of European
Journalists\', 'European Business Review' magazine and \'Best of
Greece\' annual edition. 

	Among speakers will be representatives from the European Commission,
the Greek Government, International Organizations, Tourism
Associations and major companies that operate in the tourism industry
all over Europe. Meanwhile, the event will attend members of European
governments, associations and bureaus, investors, entrepreneurs, top
level managers and executives, tourism experts and journalists. 

	The 'European Tourism Conference' is considered as one of the most
important events in the field of Travel ">Εditor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greece smoking ban goes into effect]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000127&pcode=H901_CD2000127]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000127&pcode=H901_CD2000127]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Greek smokers were under pressure to curb their habit September 1st,
as a new law banning smoking in public places went into effect in
Europe's most nicotine-addicted nation. 

	Under the slogan 'Stub out your cigarettes, add to your life', the
controversial legislation adopted in July 2009 but so far unenforced
bans smoking in all public spaces except casinos and large music halls
which have a nine-month extension to June. 

	Violaters faces fines from 50 to 500 euros (64 to 640 dollars) while
business operators risk tougher penalties of 500 to 10,000 euros and
repeat offenders could have their licenses revoked. 

	Forty percent of Greeks are smokers and go through an average of
eight cigarettes per day. 

	Source: AFP Edιtor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tourists rescued]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000126&pcode=H901_CD2000126]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000126&pcode=H901_CD2000126]]></guid><description><![CDATA[An air force helicopter yesterday rescued three New Zealand tourists
who had lost their bearings off the island of Santorini after going
out on jet skis. One of the three tourists had sustained minor
injuries. 

	Source: www.ekathimerini.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awards and prizes for Hotels in Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000124&pcode=H901_CD2000124]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000124&pcode=H901_CD2000124]]></guid><description><![CDATA[One after another these days, leading hotels of the island find their
place on lists of discrimination and awards at international tour
operators. - The tripadvisor.com has included PERIVOLAS HOTEL in the
list of top 10 hotel pools in the world 
- In the category of best new build of the European Hotel Design
Awards featured the SANTORINI GRACE HOTEL 
 The World Travel Awards this year: 
 - in Top Boutique Hotels in Greece Category for 2010 ZANNOS
MELATHRON, CHROMATA, SANTORINI GRACE, KATIKIES and BELVEDERE 
 - in Mediterranean's Leading Suite Resort Category, COSMOPOLITAN
SUITES 
 - in Europe's Leading Boutique Resort Category, ROCABELLA SANTORINI
RESORT ">Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chromata is nominated at the World Travel Awards 2010]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000123&pcode=H901_CD2000123]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000123&pcode=H901_CD2000123]]></guid><description><![CDATA[(Press Release)
The Small Luxury Hotels of the World listed Chromata Up-Style Hotel,
located in Imerovigli, a serene and picturesque village located at the
pinnacle of the Calderas rim in the magical Island of Santorini, is a
contemporary and freshly renovated boutique hotel Santorini offering
awe-inspiring views over the Volcano and luxurious facilities and
services for the most romantic and privileged holidays in Greece.   
Recognized for its hip new design and supreme elegance combined with
the timeless Cycladic architecture, for its romantic location in the
highest point of the Caldera and for the unique deluxe facilities and
personalized services the hotel offers to its guests, Chromata
Up-Style is nominated this year at the Oscars of the Travel Industry,
the internationally recognized and prestigious World Travel Awards, in
the category Greeces Leading Boutique Hotels 2010. 
The 5star boutique hotel in Santorini welcomes this summers guests in
a completely renovated and new chic interior design, with white hued
details, beautiful fabrics and textures mingled with contemporary
design touches, to discover and enjoy the luxurious privacy and
romantic environment the hotel offers. 

	Source: www.prlog.org Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smoking ban 'no witch hunt']]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000122&pcode=H901_CD2000122]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000122&pcode=H901_CD2000122]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Health Minister Mariliza Xenogiannakopoulou yesterday insisted that
the enforcement of a blanket ban on smoking in public places, due to
come into effect tomorrow, would be strict but would not turn into a
witch hunt. 

	September will be a transition period, the minister said, noting that
those caught smoking in bars and restaurants would first be issued
with a warning and would face a fine of 50 euros on the second
transgression. 

	The owners of bars and restaurants found to be tolerating smoking on
their premises will not be so leniently dealt with by state
inspectors: They will face fines ranging in size from 500 to 10,000
euros. The ban will also apply to all modes of public transport and to
taxis, with drivers facing a 500-euro ban if they allow passengers to
light up. Companies that turn a blind eye to staff smoking on their
premises will also face penalties. 

	Source: www.ekathimerini.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black Roch Studios: the guests]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000121&pcode=H901_CD2000121]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000121&pcode=H901_CD2000121]]></guid><description><![CDATA[One year of operation has been closed for the Black Rock Studios on
the island and the list of performers who have hosted and recorded in
their modern and award winning facilities is not at all small. 

	The KEVIN SHIRLEY, the Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, HIM and Jon Bon Jovi
producer ,he omen in Black Rock last summer, during the first
operation year. Guitarist Joe BONAMASSA, one of the most renowned Jazz
musicians, was also one of the first trust and rather impressed since
mid-August is back to Santorini. In the list of famous clients is
LAUREN HARRIS as well, daughter of Iron Maiden bassist, Steve Harris.
For this summer, apart from the ANNIVERSARY EDITION FOR THE THIRTY
YEARS OF DEEP PURPLE, which is said to be recorded in Santorini, still
no other information seems to be certain and verified. 

	Rumors are talking about U2, Robbie Williams, Rihanna. 

	'_We did not verify any of these rumors_,' replied Mr Kalimeris.
'_The truth is that we are discussing with big names and at the end of
August a very important artist is going to be our guest. We do not
reveal his name, but only after completing the recording and leave.
This is our policy. We do not want the media to bother our customers.
If they wanted to publicize their presence, they would not be coming
here, they would prefer Mykonos_', said Mr Kalimeris. 

	Many Greek artists have already choosen Black Rock Studios - Filippos
Pliatsikas, Alkistis Protopsalti, Onirama, Giorgos Mazonakis, and the
Vegas. 

	Source: www.agelioforos.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[2010 World Travel Awards Santorini's Nomination]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000117&pcode=H901_CD2000117]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000117&pcode=H901_CD2000117]]></guid><description><![CDATA[The luxury hotel Zannos Melathron in Santorini is nominated at this
years World Travel Awards in the category Greeces Leading Boutique
Hotels 2010. Each year, the renowned World Travel Awards award the
worldwide Travel and Tourism industry for the excellence of customer
experience quality they provide. 

	The Relais & Chteaux listed Zannos Melathron luxury Hotel, located in
Pyrgos, a picturesque village built on top of a hill overlooking the
whole Island of Santorini, is a magnificent neoclassical mansion
featuring luxurious suites and offering unique facilities and services
in Santorini, Greece. 

	Source: www.onlineprnews.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[2010 European Hotel Design Awards Nominations]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000116&pcode=H901_CD2000116]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000116&pcode=H901_CD2000116]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Nominations for the awards European Hotel Design have been announced.

The short list of candidates includes the: 
- The Scarlet Hotel in in Cornwall and 
- GRACE HOTEL IN SANTORINI 
in the  best new build category. 
Also: 
- Palazzina Grassi in Venice 
- Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London, have been nominated for the
best bedrooms and bathrooms and 
- Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers in Copenhagen 
- Bowood in Wiltshireare up for the sustainability award.  

	The winners will be announced at the Lancaster London on November 23
and are part of The Sleep Event, the only event of its kind in Europe,
attracting hotel owners, operators, designers, architects and
investors from across the globe. 

	Taking place from November 24-25 at Londons Business Design Centre,
more than 100 suppliers will show their latest products for the hotels
market, from beds and bathroom products to entertainment systems,
wallcoverings, lighting and artwork. 

	Source: www.ttglive.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search for Travel in Google, up by 6% from last year]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000115&pcode=H901_CD2000115]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000115&pcode=H901_CD2000115]]></guid><description><![CDATA[The survey conducted by Hitwise based on a sample of 10 million
Internet users in the territory of the United States during the month
of July showed an increased - compared with July 2009 - interest of
Google users to Tourism by 6 percentage points. 

	Respectively increased by 7 percentage points seems to be searches
for shopping and cars, while a decrease was observed in searches for
Health by 4 percentage points. 

	Source: www.hitwise.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Optimistic Forecasts for Greek Tourism]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000114&pcode=H901_CD2000114]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000114&pcode=H901_CD2000114]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Satisfactory results on tourism in Greece are found by the involved
with tourism operators, despite the unfavorable economic situation. 

	The number of visitors the current summer appears slightly depressed,
compared with last year, and turnover is significantly reduced, but
the optimism is based on the ultimate tourism image, resulting in the
closure of August, month in which it handled about half of all
tourists this year. 

	Tourism destinations characteristics in the country this year record
the preference of visitors to the islands and the change of their
origin country, as the number of tourists mainly from the former
Soviet Union appears increased. 

	Source: APE-MPE Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[tripadvisor: Top 10 breathtaking Hotel Pools]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000113&pcode=H901_CD2000113]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000113&pcode=H901_CD2000113]]></guid><description><![CDATA[World famous touristic site tripadvisor published a list of the top
10 hotel pools in the world. 'Breathtaking Pools', they are
characterized by tripadvisor and probably will not disagree. 

	Obvious that one of the top ten list is located in Santorini, Oia. 

	Enjoy the photos! 

	Source: www.tripadvisor.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Continental Airlines and Aegean Airlines launch codesharing]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000110&pcode=H901_CD2000110]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000110&pcode=H901_CD2000110]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Continental Airlines and its Star Alliance partner Aegean Airlines
announced today that they will start operating codeshare flights with
immediate effect. 

	Starting today Continental will place its CO code on selected
Aegean Airlines-operated flights between Athens and six holiday
destinations in Greece  THESSALONIKI, HERAKLION, RHODES, MYKONOS,
SANTORINI AND CHANIA  as well as between ATHENS AND LARNACA, Cyprus.
Similarly, also effective from today, Aegean Airlines will place its
A3 code on Continentals flights between NEW YORK/NEWARK AND ATHENS. 

	In the future Continental will also codeshare on Aegean flights
between ATHENS AND LONDONS HEATHROW AIRPORT in the UK and MUNICH and
FRANKFURT in Germany. Additionally, subject to government approval,
Continental will codeshare on Aegean flights between ATHENS AND PARIS
CHARLES DE GAULLE AIRPORT, France, and ROME/FIUMICINO, Italy, and
Aegean will codeshare on Continental flights FROM NEW YORK/NEWARK TO
THE SAME AIRPORTS IN PARIS AND ROME. 

	Source: www.greekreporter.com]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Code-share agreement between Olympic Air and Meridiana Fly]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000102&pcode=H901_CD2000102]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000102&pcode=H901_CD2000102]]></guid><description><![CDATA[The start of the code-share agreement between them is announced by
both companies, an agreement offering a wider range of options to the
travelers. The availability of each company flight tickets by the
other initiated by Monday. 

	The Meridiana Fly network that Olympic Air will supply consists of
the flights: 

 	* Athens - Milan (Malpenza) - Athens
 	* Athens - Naples - Athens
 	* Mykonos - Milan (Malpenza) - Mykonos
 	* Mykonos - Naples - Mykonos
 	* Santorini - Milan (Malpenza) - Santorini
 	* Mykonos - Bari - Mykonos

	Meridiana Fly is the second largest airline of Italy and the only
listed on the Milan Stock Exchange, and serves a total of 87
destinations, 48 international (Europe and regional countries), 32
national and seven transcontinental, with renewed fleet, which
consists mainly of Airbus A320s , A319s & A330 ">Editor: K.N.K. 

	  

	Κ.Ν.Κ.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[International Flights Increased during July and 2010]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000098&pcode=H901_CD2000098]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000098&pcode=H901_CD2000098]]></guid><description><![CDATA[With a total increase of 2.74% in international flights arrivals in
July marked the end of the main airports of the country, according to
data elaborated by the Association of Greek Tourist Enterprises (SETE)
from Athens International Airport and the Hellenic Civil Aviation
Authority. 

	The arrival rates vary by region: last month the highest increase in
arrivals has SANTORINI (12.34%), followed by Rhodes (11.81%), Kos
(11.41%) and Cephalonia (6, 33%). Increase of 5.96% recorded in Corfu.


	As for the first seven months of 2010 (January-July), in Kos, Rhodes,
SANTORINI and Kefalonia the international flights arrivals increased
(10.46%, 7.61%, 3.29% and 2.31% respectively), but decreased in Athens
(-5.18%), Samos (4.67%), Thessaloniki (-4.34%), Zakynthos (-4.23%)
Skiathos (1.94%), Heraklion (- 1.93%), the Aktion (-1.61%), Chania
(-1.55%) and Corfu (-1.35%). 

	Source: www.tovima.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shooting Stars of August]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000095&pcode=H901_CD2000095]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000095&pcode=H901_CD2000095]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Falling Stars (Perseides) is one of the most spectacular celestial
events. This is a Meteor shower seen every year since mid-July until
late August. 

	The first year's Perseides began to fall slowly from July 26th and
will last until August 15th to 16th, with the phenomenon culminates
during 12th and 13th of the month. During this period about one star
per minute is falling , or approximately 60-70 perseides per hour.
According to the International Meteora Organization this year is
expected to occur around 100 METEORA PER HOUR DURING THE NIGHT BETWEEN
AUGUST 12TH AND 13TH. 

	'SHOOTING STARS' of this era are remnants - dust particles left
behind 18 years ago by Comet Swift-Tatl (Swift-Tutle) and are in orbit
in our solar system affected by the magnetic system of planets. Once a
year, during the first 15-day of August, their orbit crosses that of
Earth, which tows them. 

	Upon entering the Earth's atmosphere, the particles ignite at
approximately 100 km height, forming a luminous sphere that moves with
speed 200.000 km/h, leaving a 'tail' behind them. This is called
meteor or shooting star, or falling star and is seen from Earth with
the naked eye, in regions with clear sky and away from city lights.
Specific shooting stars named Perseides is because they seem to come
from the Perseus constellation direction. 

	The years 1991 and 1992 there was a resurgence of the phenomenon by
observation of 400 Meteora per hour. This number decreased in the late
decade reaching around 100 meteors per hour and in 2000 was much less.
This has to do with the period of the comet Swift-Tuttle passes
through our solar system, roughly every 130 years, indicating that
eliminated the distance of the comet from Earth, the fewer meteors we
see. 

	Source: www.tvxs.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour Basketball Championship Final-4]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000093&pcode=H901_CD2000093]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000093&pcode=H901_CD2000093]]></guid><description><![CDATA[The Labour basketball championship ended on Saturday, July 31st
carrying out the Final 4 in the Thira Municipality Arena. 

	The final between the teams of Civil Aviation Authority and the Air
Force showed champion the CIVIL AVIATION with a score of 62-42, while
the low end among the group of DAOS (City Athletic Organization of
Santorini) and the Fire brigade ended with the score 40-73. 

	The champions completed after that nine wins in all nine games. 

	The event was attended by the chairman of the Federation Referee of
Greece Mr. Elias Kaffes, who for the second time indicates the
preference of the actions of the City Athletic Organization of
Santorini. 

	President spoke of DAOS sincere friendships and support from the
president of the Federation and while referring to it, said the
relentless efforts by Mr. Kaffes to enhance the sports on the island. 

	Source: www.daos.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing submarine images from Nautilus]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000087&pcode=H901_CD2000087]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000087&pcode=H901_CD2000087]]></guid><description><![CDATA[While oceanographic research in the submarine area east of the
volcanic complex of Santorini with E/V Exploration Vessel 'NAUTILUS'
is underway, for two days now via web we were able to see a series of
amazing submarine images while scientists collected samples, and
observed the sea bottom. 

	The live video/audio broadcast of the whole research, the modern
robotic equipment, the dialogues among the on-board scientists, the 4
on-line cameras, the excellent image quality make this project on
www.nautiluslive.org a live documentary, we can watch un-edited. 

	Noted that the project around Santorini island will be completed on
August 12th and that in October (3rd-8th) Nissyros will follow. Enjoy!


	See more images HERE 

	More information here Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclades and Santorini in Travel & Leisure's Top10]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000082&pcode=H901_CD2000082]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000082&pcode=H901_CD2000082]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Once again, Santorini has a place in the Travel & Leisure's TOP 10
BEST ISLAND DESTINATIONS OF THE WORLD. This year Cyclades, (Santorini
with a separate contribution), are exposed in the third position in
the global stage, and Santorini in the sixth. 

	In Europe, Cyclades are in first place and Santorini in third. 

	The list of 10 best island destinations in the world of Travel
">Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Hellenic Seaways Ship to Cyclades]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000050&pcode=H901_CD2000050]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000050&pcode=H901_CD2000050]]></guid><description><![CDATA[HIGHSPEED 6 bought a few months ago from Spain, covering the Cycladic
market in two directions with routes from PIRAEUS TO IOS - SANTORINI
and Piraeus Serifos - Sifnos and Milos. 

	The new high-speed is 96 meters long and travels at a speed of 40
knots being able to carry 946 passengers in 670 seats of economic, in
112 business class seats and 164 seats in the VIP. Its garage capacity
is for 260 vehicles. 

	On a daily basis Highspeed 6 will depart from the port of Piraeus at
7:10 a.m. to Santorini, and every evening at 18.15 will depart from
Piraeus to Serifos - Sifnos and Milos. As the company notes, with
these services significantly reduces the traveling time to the
islands. 

	Source: www.imerisia.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[On-line Oceanographic Research Coloumbo with 'Nautilus']]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000035&pcode=H901_CD2000035]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000035&pcode=H901_CD2000035]]></guid><description><![CDATA[During the Research Training Program, 'NEW FRONTIERS IN OCEAN
EXPLORATION 2010' of Universities and Institutes of: Institute for
Exploration (IFE), Ocean Exploration Trust (OET), University of Rhode
Island (URI) and Center for Ocean Exploration and Archaeological
Oceanography (COEAO) in collaboration with the DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY
AND GEO-ENVIRONMENT, UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS and the Greek Institute of
Geology and Mineral will be held oceanographic research in the
submarine area east of the volcanic complex of Santorini with E/V
Exploration Vessel 'NAUTILUS' FROM 29 JULY TO 12 AUGUST 2010 and in
the submarine area of Nissiros from 3 to 8 October. 

	On behalf of the University of Athens is responsible oceanographer
DR. PARASKEVI NOMIKOU who participated in previous research
oceanographic ships in May-June 2006 with the E/V ship 'AEGAEO', of
HCMR exploring the marine area of Santorini volcano in collaboration
with foreign scientists. Scientific Coordinator of the project are
PROF. STEVE CAREY, PROF. ROBERT BALLARD AND DRS KATHERINE CROFF BELL. 

	E/V boat 'Nautilus' of O.E.T. is equipped with remote-controlled
underwater robots (ROVs): Hercules, Argus, Diana and Echo, which will
EXPLORE THE SUBMARINE VOLCANO COLUMBO and EAST SLOPES OF THE VOLCANO
OF SANTORINI, the submarine landslides south of Nissiros and the
comtinuity of the volcanoc islands (Stroggili, Pahia and Pergousa) in
seabed.  
The boat is also equipped with a high bandwidth satellite system on
board for the duration of the cruise tofacilitate remote science and
education via the Inner Space Center (ISC) in the URI Graduate School
of Oceanography and Exploration. 
There is ON-LINE ACCESS TO OCEANOGRAPHIC RESEARCH in the webpage
WWW.NAUTILUSLIVE.ORG, where watching the processes on board and
participating in discussions and researchers questioning are already
available. 

	'Nautilus' was launched on June 12 and runs until October 20 by
investigating the Black Sea, the Sea of Marmara, Aegean and Eastern
Mediterranean, which are of biological and geological interest,
together with National Geographic. Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santorini attracts the Ρersonalities]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000033&pcode=H901_CD2000033]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000033&pcode=H901_CD2000033]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Nearly a week has passed after the publication of the new that the
famous pair of Hollywood, ANGELINA JOLIE & ΒRAD PITT bought a home the
republications are getting more and more, there is no any
contradiction. 

	Nearly a week after this publication, a new information comes to
confirm the preference shown by celebrities on the island: According
to neasantorinis.gr, the popular siinger MICHALIS HATZIGIANNIS bought
a house on the Caldera area and will have plenty of his free time on
the island. 

	In both cases a visit to Santorini preceded - in case of Angelina
Jolie ">Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mihalis Hatzigiannis: One more video-clip in Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000032&pcode=H901_CD2000032]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000032&pcode=H901_CD2000032]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Filming began last Friday and ended at Saturday afternoon in
Santorini. This is a video clip for the new english CD entitled
'EVERYONE DANCE'. 

	The CD contains some great successes that are rearranged in english
languange. However, new songs, including foreign composers. The
English lyrics of the song are written by Rea of Reamonn. 

	The aim of the clip producers, who came from Germany for the
shooting, was to highlight the light and beauty of the Greek island.
For this reason, most scenes are endless blue sea and sky. 

	Source: www.sigmalive.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Tourism Organization: Recovery Confirmed]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000027&pcode=H901_CD2000027]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000027&pcode=H901_CD2000027]]></guid><description><![CDATA[International tourist arrivals grew by 7% in the first four months of
2010 according to the latest issue of the UNWTO World Tourism
Barometer. This growth confirms the recovery trend beginning in the
last quarter of 2009 and comes despite the challenging conditions of
recent months. While Aprils results were affected by the week-long
closure of European airspace, globally the pace of recovery is faster
than initially expected, driven largely by emerging markets. For the
full year 2010, UNWTO forecasts international tourist arrivals to grow
by 3% to 4%.

Source: http://www.unwto.org Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beach Volley: Training in Santorini for Vicky and Maria]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000024&pcode=H901_CD2000024]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000024&pcode=H901_CD2000024]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Since June 23th are on Santorini island the greek Beach Volley
champions Vicky Arvaniti and Maria Tsiartsiani, which will workout
until Sunday ahead of two consecutive tournaments that follow in
Stavanger (Norway) and Gstaad (Switzerland). 

	The every day - double trainings will take place on the Perivolos
beach, while the program includes training sessions to strengthen the
two athletes to cope with the best in the competition schedule below. 

	Good Luck, girls! 

	Source: www.sportnet.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Greece the clearest bathing water in European Union]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000012&pcode=H901_CD2000012]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2000012&pcode=H901_CD2000012]]></guid><description><![CDATA[ACCORDING TO THE ANNUAL SUMMARY REPORT OF BATHING WATER QUALITY IN EU
MEMBER STATES FOR THE YEAR 2009, the coasts of Greece, Cyprus, France
and Portugal meet almost all microbiological criteria for safe
swimming, while they are on top of 20,000 coastal and inland waters of
the continent. 

Sampling and testing of 1273 beaches coastal waters reports that 99.8%
of sea water meet the minimum required quality standards, HIGHLIGHTING
GREECE IN THE FIRST PLACE AMONG EU MEMBER STATES. 

The rate of Cyprus is 99.1% (Cyprus is according to the Committee,
high quality bathing waters), of France is 96.4% (France has a slight
drop of 0.8% compared to 2008) and the rate of Portugal is 98.6%. 

All measurement data in map format are shown at
http://www.eea.europa.eu/themes/water/interactive/bathing and the
conclusions of the report can be found at
http://www.eea.europa.eu/pressroom/newsreleases/bathing-water-quality-improving-in-the-eu


	Source: www.tvxs.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 12 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angelina Jolie & Βrad Pitt in Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2442&pcode=H901_CD2442]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2442&pcode=H901_CD2442]]></guid><description><![CDATA[These days the famous Hollywood couple ANGELINA JOLIE "> Editor:
K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anna Vissi & Dave Stewart 's video clip in Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2438&pcode=H901_CD2438]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2438&pcode=H901_CD2438]]></guid><description><![CDATA[LEAP OF FAITH is the title of the new song by ANNA VISSI and και DAVE
STEWART (EURYTHMICS), witch video clip is going to filmed in
Santorini. First filming has been completed, but the video clip will
be complete during May, when Dave Stewart visit Greece. 

	It is an significant international collaboration in a beautifull
ballad with a unique background. 

	Follows the first approach:  TEXT FOR NON-COMPATIBLE BROWSERS HERE 

	Source: neasatntorinis.gr  Writer: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[DAgostino - Something volcanic is erupting at the caldera!]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2437&pcode=H901_CD2437]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2437&pcode=H901_CD2437]]></guid><description><![CDATA[One more Hollywood film focused in Santorini will be released in US
cinemas at July 25th. 'D\'AGOSTINO - SOMETHING VOLCANIC IS ERUPTING AT
THE CALDERA!' 

	Writer, director is Jorge Ameer, who is included in the cast among
Keith Roenke, Torie Tyson, Michael Angels (Andricopoulos) and Angus
Malcom. The film is a drama with science fiction and existential
reflection elements. 

	A human clone, the D'Agostino (Michael Angels), commissioned by
wealthy individuals for organ tranplants, is abandoned as the lost
load on the island of Santorini, as the freight cannot be recovered.
Allan Dawson (Keith Roenke) has recently inherited his grandmother's
island estate. He's in a loveless relationship with his fiancee,
Sylvia Krystel. As he finds this interesting freight, what follows is
a macabre tale of self realization as Allan proceeds to set himself
out of his sedentary existence to mold his latest discovery into a new
best friend.  TEXT FOR NON-COMPATIBLE BROWSERS HERE 

	Source: www.imdb.com Writer: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santorini Blue - World Premiere]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2435&pcode=H901_CD2435]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2435&pcode=H901_CD2435]]></guid><description><![CDATA[On MAY 7TH in the CONNECTICUT FILM FESTIVAL will take place the World
Premiere of the film 'SANTORINI BLUE'.  TEXT FOR NON-COMPATIBLE
BROWSERS HERE 

	Written by Deirdre Lorenz and Matthew D. Panepinto, who also directs
and stars, 'Santorini Blue' is a dramatic story of a young couple
living in New York and suddenly trying to recapture his lost love in
Santorini island. 

	Many spots of the island are shown during the biggest part of the
film, giving the movie and the plot the appropriate romantic, yet
natural setting. 

	'SANTORINI BLUE' will be released in United States cinemas at June
1st, 2010. 

	More: www.tribunact.com, www.santorinibluethemovie.com, www.imdb.com
 Writer: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[TripAdvisor: New Awerds for Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2436&pcode=H901_CD2436]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2436&pcode=H901_CD2436]]></guid><description><![CDATA[SANTORINI was chosen once more as one of the TOP-25 DESTINATIONS IN
THE WORLD CHOSEN BY EUROPEANS and OIA as THE BEST of TOP-10 ROMANCE
DESTINATIONS IN THE WORLD by TripAdvisor]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpeedRunner connects Peiraius and Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2422&pcode=H901_CD2422]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2422&pcode=H901_CD2422]]></guid><description><![CDATA[SPEEDRUNNER II deploys the Aegean Speed Lines in route Piraeus - Ios
- Santorini by JUNE 1ST. 

	The company has submitted an application to the competent authorities
to launch DAILY DEPARTURES AT 7:30 AM AND 12:30 FROM SANTORINI. 

	SpeedRunner II is a high-speed ship with length 94.86, width 16
meters, a capacity of 723 passengers, a service speed at 32 knots,
while maximum speed is 34 knots. SpeedRunner II is a friendly vessel
for people with Kinetic or other disabilities 

	Source: www.imerisia.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Air Connection with Rhodes and Kos]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2421&pcode=H901_CD2421]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2421&pcode=H901_CD2421]]></guid><description><![CDATA[FAS RHODOS AIR, the first airline in Rhodes, who recently received a
formal authorization of a carrier starts daily RHODES - SANTORINI and
KOS - SANTORINI on JUNE 1ST and during for all the summer period. 

	The trip that will cost 150 euros per person, while the planes of the
company will depart at 7:00 and at 8:00  from the airport of Rhodes
and Kos, to Santorini, and return to their base at 19: 00.
Conversely, every Monday at 8:00 and 8:30 aircrafts of the company
will fly from Santorini with a destination of to Kos and Rhodes and
return at 18:00 and 17:30. 

	The company aimed at entrepreneurs, public institutions, travelers
and VIPs, after promising to meet:
- Business, travel or emergencies
- A private organization or group special event
- Air-photographing or filming
- Creating a simple route 

	In fact, the unique service 'call ">Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Among the 10 most romantic honeymoon hot spots of KCBA]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2420&pcode=H901_CD2420]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2420&pcode=H901_CD2420]]></guid><description><![CDATA[A place in the 10 most romantic destinations in the world won once
again Santorini. This time by the American channel KCBA. 

	Among Venice, Paris, Florida, Hawaii, Barcelona, Santa Lucia, the
Napa Valley in California, the Riviera Maya in Mexico and Costa Rica
Libera, the island of Santorini is recommended by the channel for the
culture, the sunsets and the excellent cuisine, with emphasis on
seafood. 

	Source: www.kcba.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Santorini Photo Album published]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2419&pcode=H901_CD2419]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2419&pcode=H901_CD2419]]></guid><description><![CDATA[A new photo almoum for Santorini is published this year signed by
Dimitris Sotiropoulos. 

	'Santorini - Blue Whiteness' is the title of the collection and is a
presentation - trip of the beauties of the island in 80 pages. 

	'_This book constitutes the crowing of a really astonishing stay in
Santorini, in June 2009: Even the island is one of the most advertised
in the world, the beauties that hides remain still invisible and
unreacheable. A small occasion in order to we discover them, give
these photos. I call you therefore to be transported together
mentally, in this beautiful place. If you've already visited it, you
will fill with nostalgia.And if you intend to visit it in the future,
perhaps you'll find a useful driver.In both of cases, get sunk in the
deep blue and white of Santorini and... let's begin!_' is the commend
of the artist. 

	Source: www.blurb.com Editor: Κ.Ν.Κ.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earth Jour 2010]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2418&pcode=H901_CD2418]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2418&pcode=H901_CD2418]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Thira Municipality was once more there for the 'Earth Hour 2010', 
joining the action from the first hours after WWF's invitation and
santorini.gr, at Saturday 27 of March 2009 from 20:30 until 21:30
'turned-off', following the Municipality decision.
During the 'Eart Hour 2010' santorini.gr intro page displayed the
island switching the lights off and called the visitors to join the
gobal action. 

	Santorini's lights did switch off for one hour, letting the fabulous
natural beauty of the scenery show itself. 

	One more message from all of us to the leaders of the world about our
concerning on the human influence on physical environment. Editor:
K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santorini and Nintendo Wii]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2417&pcode=H901_CD2417]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2417&pcode=H901_CD2417]]></guid><description><![CDATA[New Nintendo Wii Racquet Sports follows up on one of the most popular
Wii games ever, part of the original Wii title, Wii Sports a.k.a the
one that comes with the console. 

	Tennis always seems to strike first time Wii users because of its
simplicity: swing the remote like you swing a racket, and that's it.
Wii Racquet Sports is played the same way only you can master five
sports with the same basic moves -- regular tennis, beach tennis,
badminton, squash and ping pong. 

	New is that there are six different challenge modes and as you
progress through the game you unlock different locations to play, from
the ISLAND OF SANTORINI in Greece to a Bali, Beach or to a Manhattan
apartment. 

	Source: www.ny1.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awards for Santorini Wines]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2416&pcode=H901_CD2416]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2416&pcode=H901_CD2416]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Both the 10th International Wine Competition Wine Producers
Association of Northern Greece in Thessaloniki, and the corresponding
competition of 'Oenorama' trade highlighted for one more year the
wines of Santorini. 

	Silver medals at the 10th International Wine Competition won: 

 	* Assyrtiko 2009 - Santo Wines 
 	* Nykteri 2009 - Santo Wines 
 	* Vin 2003 - Santo Wines 
 	* Vin 2004 - Santo Wines 
 	* Vin 2006 - Boutari Winery
 	* Vin 2004 - Lidl 
 	* White Santorini 2009 - Wineries Gavalas 
 	* White Santorini 2009 - Boutari Winery

	Discrimination of Santorini wines in the competition of 'Oenorama'
is: 

 	* Santorini Grand Reserve Assyrtiko 2007 - Santo Wines (94/100) 
 	* Barrel Assyrtiko 2008 - Argyros Winery (92/100) 
 	* Vinsanto 2003 - Sigalas Winery (94/100) 
 	* Vinsanto 4 years - Santo Wines (93/100) 
 	* Vinsanto 8 years - Santo Wines (92/100) 
 	* Assyrtiko Santorini Barrel 2009 - Sigalas (91/100) 

 Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyonce in Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2415&pcode=H901_CD2415]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2415&pcode=H901_CD2415]]></guid><description><![CDATA[In February famous Beyonce visited Santorini and has been
photographed for the new collection of House of Dereon. 

	Here some of the collection photos: 

	  

	Source: www.hollywoodlife.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monarch Airlines flies to Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2412&pcode=H901_CD2412]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2412&pcode=H901_CD2412]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Monarch Airlines (www.monarch.co.uk) is adding Santorini to its
portfolio of Greek islands from Manchester this summer. Monarch's new
charter flights to Santorini will operate weekly (every Tuesday) from
Gatwick and Manchester between May 5 and October 5, 2010 

	Source: www.crainsmanchesterbusiness.co.uk Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santorini 'stole the show' in Milan]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2405&pcode=H901_CD2405]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2405&pcode=H901_CD2405]]></guid><description><![CDATA[REPUBLISHED BY WWW.SKAI.GR 

	'Santorini stole the show' to Milan. Thira Municipality participated
in the International Fair of Milan (Witt 2010), with the central
pillars of tourism promotion, continuity and efficiency, and returned
with measurable, positive results. 

	In the most important market abroad for Santorini - according to
recent surveys, and statistical evidence of the gateways to the island
- Municipality of Thira was the only Municipality in Greece that
participated with its own stand and with specific public relations,
launching at the same time, the new tourism advertising campaign with
the slogan SANTORINI five senses gallery. 

	Among the material distributed at the stand, the leader was the new
brochure of the Municipality which reflected the same reasoning, which
was distributed with the prospectus relating to the services provided
accommodation and tour the island and multimedia. 

	Apart from the appearance of participation of the Municipality of
Thera in the report, particular attention was paid to the central
target of the presence of Santorini to Milan, that is to create a
solid base of communication with the public in Italy. Thira
Municipality extended the period of presence in Italy in response to
the report, through parallel actions, before, after and during the
exhibition, the press office function, a call to journalists to carry
out competition on the basis of the concept and parallel organization
mechanism of the details of visitors to qualified local staff the
stand. 

	Counting of the outcome of the Municipality of Thira in BIT 2010, it
is worth noting that at least 30 journalists have the eminent Italian
Travel Press, visited the booth and expressed interest and immediately
after exposure, while Italian company Public Relations is still in
contact with them with the best service for the challenge of
advertising. The disclosure was reinforced by interviews of the Mayor
on the 2nd channel of the Italian Television (RAI 2). 

	Source: www.skai.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fava Santorinis: Protected Designation of Origin]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2403&pcode=H901_CD2403]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2403&pcode=H901_CD2403]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Protected Designation of Origin acquired the FAVA OF SANTORINI, as
recorded in the register of the European Union called 'FAVA
SANTORINIS' 
The high PROTEIN and high CARBOHYDRATE content, but rather the
UNIQUENESS OF THE PLANT cultivated on the island for the production of
fava are the main characteristics, as a product. 
The SPARKLING TEXTURE, the SWEETISH TASTE, EASE IN COOKING, are what
characterize the beans, a product grown on the island for 3,500 years.

Helps proper BOWEL function, METABOLISM and NEURAL SYSTEM and controls
BLOOD SUGAR and CHOLESTEROL. 

	How can you distinguish the Santorini fava? According to producers,
the product has specific characteristics. The main difference is that
it comes from another species of plant-Lathyrus clymenum L. - the
legume family. '_But it is striking and specificity in taste, as our
fava is sweetish. Also, boils much faster than other regions fava.
This is mainly due to the small size and carbohydrate content' _says
Mr. Nomikos, producer and owner of Farm Giannis Nomikos. 

	Producers seed the plant in December and in late May-early June fava
is harvested, '_and we can not allow more, since the plant is
sensitive to the sun_', he says. However, what is interesting is that
the yellow color of the beans due to the aging process which exists.
'_After the collect, the clean and fournizoume to make deworming. Then
let it dry in places without humidity for six months to a year after
the grind. Imagine that now we grind the last year beans_', adds Mr.
Nomikos. 

	Sources: www.tanea.gr, www.ethnos.gr, http://eur-lex.europa.eu
Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction of the new shelter at Akrotiri began]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2401&pcode=H901_CD2401]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2401&pcode=H901_CD2401]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Construction of the new shelter at Akrotiri Archaeological Site
began.
ACCORDING TO THE CONSTUCTING COMPANY, THE PROJECT SHOULD BE COMPLETED
IN THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2011. However, doubts about the timing
expressed by scientists. 

	'Things have taken their course,' said the shelter architect Nikos
Fintikakis, but he felt that the above time to complete the project is
small.
'The process is not simple. First must the space-frames located above
be removed and then the columns of the roof to expose the bearings,
which are mounted at their base. These will be replaced with new and
then construction will resume, first in the columns after the
space-frames' he said.
Project will proceed with the dismantling and rebuilding of specific
parts, with width 6-7 meters and a length of 60-70 meters. They are
totally 14 parts and according to his calculations, the construction
of each one requires 15 days of working, but preparation for each one
takes approximately two months. 

	Note also that the anti-seismic bearings that ensure optimal behavior
of structures to strong vibrations are produced abroad. Another factor
that has to do with the time the weather is as ancient exhibits can
not be left uncovered in case of rain. Implementation studies are also
pending and under corrections a British company has undertaken. 

Skeptical as to the date of completion of the project is
the Archaeologist of Akrotiri, Professor Christos Doumas. Moreover, as
noted, 'the museological study must be completed as well, since the
Akrotiri archaeological work stopped on the day of the accident'.

Souce: Ta Nea  Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fira: one of the top-10 Cities for Photography]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2394&pcode=H901_CD2394]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2394&pcode=H901_CD2394]]></guid><description><![CDATA[AOL Traveling Blog 'Gadling' has Santorini and especially Fira in the
second place of the top-10 Cities for Photography.

The subtitle of the article is: 'Everyone has seen images of
Santorini, one of the famed Greek Islands, but somehow when it's
captured through your own lens, it speaks to you of ancient time and
tradition, of a different culture that you have only read about in
history books'

Santorini is chosen among Hollywood, Paris and Budapest.

According to the writer, views of the volcano and spectacular sunsets
in Fira, Santorini's capital city, seem surreal. The people and their
faces, the blue sky touching the blue water -- both blue, yet somehow
distinct -- and the white stucco houses and churches, restaurants and
tavernas are images that bring a serenity to your heart and a love for
all things Greek!

Source: www.gadling.com
 Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 23 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green Award to Oia]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2393&pcode=H901_CD2393]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2393&pcode=H901_CD2393]]></guid><description><![CDATA[For green policies and initiatives in sustainable development issues
awards winned the municipalities of Syros, Amorgos, Ios, Kea, Korthi,
Milos, Moudros (Lemnos) and the Community of Oia on Santorini. 

The certification was made by the group set up by the professor of the
National Technical University Mr. Kimon Hatziibiros in the functioning
of the Sustainable DAFNE Aegean Islands. 

Some of the actions endorsed by the Committee assessed the
environmental initiatives of the Cycladic islands is an integrated
solid waste management (Amorgos), the management of water and
wastewater (Kea), enhanced recycling of waste (Kea), the expansion of
desalination plant with wind (Milos), the complete development plan
(Posidonia), the composting of household waste (Posidonia), the
underground electrical system, electric cars (Oia), etc. 

During the event, the government came out itself on favour of
desalination plants on the islands with the use of wind power down
through the deputy minister responsible for Infrastructure, Transport
and Networks. 

Mr. Nikos Sifounakis, responsible on Insular Affairs, spoke about the
spread of desalination technique as it can provide valuable resources
to the public because of the high cost of old-fashioned practice of
transporting a sodden. 
Mr. Sifunakis stated that the use of renewables to address water
scarcity may make it cheaper by 7.5 per cubic meter of water. 

DAPHNE network began operating in 2006, after a meeting sensitized
environmental citizens, academics and local authority actors in the
Aegean. 

Then adopted and supported by George Poussaios, former mayor of Ios,
now Secretary for Tourism, who hosted DAFNE in the island of Ios and
later contributed decisively to the creation of the Energy Bureau of
the Aegean.

The Chair of the Network of Daphne for the next four years assumed by
the Community of Oia, which also boasts rich work.

Sources: www.protothema.gr, www.tvxs.gr Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awarded Recording Studio in Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2386&pcode=H901_CD2386]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2386&pcode=H901_CD2386]]></guid><description><![CDATA[BLACK ROCK Studios Residential ">Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santorini Photo, one of the top 18 from LA Times Readers]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2383&pcode=H901_CD2383]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2383&pcode=H901_CD2383]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Number 6 among 18 prize-winning travel photos by Los Angeles Times
readers, is one pictured in Santorini. 

	The Valerie Steines and Marina del Rey photo is pictured in Akrotiri
and has been marked out by the judges because its crearness and its
simle beauty. 

	From China to Mexico and from Antarctica to Galapagos Islands, every
one of the 18 prize-winning travel photos is a small idea of the
newspapers reader's travel experience. 

	Source: www.latimes.com Editor: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Tomato Products by SantoWines]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2371&pcode=H901_CD2371]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2371&pcode=H901_CD2371]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Union of Santorini Cooperatives - SantoWines prepares and distributs
two new products based on Santorini arid cherry tomatoes. 

These are the SANTORINI TOMATO SAUCE WITH VINSANTO and SANTORINI
TOMATO DIP made from tomato paste, extra virgin olive oil, wild capers
and wild oregano. 

Both products are available in a glass jar and extend the unions
existing collection of tomato products in a jar (Tiny Santorini
Tomatoes in Tomato Juice, Triple concentrated Santorini Tomato Paste
and Sundried Santorini Tomatoes). 

Santorini Tomato Sauce with Vinsanto combines the full taste of
Santorini tomatoes with the distinctive aroma and the sweetness of
Vinsanto wine and can be used with pasta or meat dishes giving them a
taste of Santorini. 

Santorini Tomato Dipis a delicious spreads made from tomato paste,
extra virgin olive oil, wild capers and wild oregano. Its full taste
is irresistible with bread, cheese or barley rusks and cool Santorini
white wine.

Last year's tomato production is sold out and the Union's aim is to
covert the uncultivated his fields of the island to this unique
arid tomatoes fields.

More: www.santowines.gr 

	Writer: K.N.K.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cataclysm in Blue Water' inspired by Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2362&pcode=H901_CD2362]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2362&pcode=H901_CD2362]]></guid><description><![CDATA[A new book inspired by Santorini seascape and based on its history is
recently published by Pitts and Associates, LLC.

Exquisite gold granulated jewelry intended for Egyptian royalty is
entombed by one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions of all time on
a Greek island. An advanced civilization disappears. The legend of the
Lost City of Atlantis is born. The golden treasure lies hidden from
the world until discovered by a Professor of Archeology in the
Santorini digs of Akrotiri three and a half thousand years later. His
joy is short lived. What happened to the Minoans? Who killed the
Professor? A riveting mystery weaves in and out of the ancient
mystery. From the royal workshop of King Amenemhet II of the Twelfth
Dynasty of Egypt to the unrelenting modern-day heroine, Krista, who
uncovers the truth - the reader is swept along an amazing and epic
journey. This novel is based on historical and geologic truth.

This is the Amazon.com Product Description for the novel CATACLYSM IN
BLUE WATER written by RENEE LOUISE JOHNSON. 

The writer is confessing to The Queens Gazette her INSPIRATION MOMENT:
sailing into Santorini and realizing that her ship was bobbing in the
caldera of a volcano, a realization that led to14 years of
researching, and three years of writing. 

'_I gazed at the sheer cliffs -the result of a blast equal to millions
of atomic bombs -in complete awe and wonder. The immediate and
absolute recognition that this would be the subject matter of my first
novel was as clear and dazzling as the deep blue'_ she said.

Sources: www.qgazette.com, www.amazon.com Writer: Κ.Ν.Κ.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germanwings flies to Santorini]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2360&pcode=H901_CD2360]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2360&pcode=H901_CD2360]]></guid><description><![CDATA[GERMANWINGS is extending its flights from COLOGNE, in order to cover
interesting european destinations starting by three new connections
the coming summer: COPENHAGEN, MADRIT and SANTORINI.

Starting from MAY 2010 Germanwings will fly to Santorini once a week
(every Saturday) by an AIRBUS A319.

Sources: www.traveldailynews.gr, www.germanwings.com/ Writer: K.N.K. 

	 ]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Scientific findings about Santorini volcanic erruption (1630-1550 B.C.E.)]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2359&pcode=H901_CD2359]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2359&pcode=H901_CD2359]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Scientific publication of GEOLOGY MAGAZINE gives a new perspective to
the Santorini volcanic erruption study. According to the article, the
TSUNAMI WAVES created by the VOLCANIC ERRUPTION OF SANTORINI (ca.
1630-1550 B.C.E.) reached the ISRAEL COASTS and possibly caused the
disaster of the civilizations of the area. 

	The conclusion comes by marine geoarchaeologist BEVERLY GOODMAN and
her group, during their research of how two later Roman and Byzantine
tsunami deposits could be characterized by studying the different
grain sizes at CAESAREA MARITIMA IN ISRAEL, as she noticed that there
were more than the expected number of tsunami deposits. 

	In particular a 40 CM THICK SEDIMENTARY DEPOSIT created by tsunami
waves produced DURING THE LATE BRONZE AGE (CA. 1630-1550 B.C.E.)
ERUPTION OF SANTORINI is detected. 

	This conclusion accords to the theory of the volcanic erruption
beeing the reason of the MINOAN CIVILIZATION DISASTER and may bring to
light the ATLANTIS SINKING, as it has been described by PLATO. 

	_'In the case of the eastern Mediterranean, there seems to be a
surprising dearth of archaeological sites along the coastline
following the Santorini eruption event,_' Goodman said. Either
archaeologists have failed to concentrate on this time span, '_which
isn't the case,_' she said, or the tsunami had a very real impact on
coastal settlements. 

	The dramatic changes in life triggered by the tsunami _'might have
been part of the fabric of the Atlantis story,_' Goodman added. _'The
network of sea-based trade was rather sophisticated in that period,
and colonies that were nearly solely dependent on those trade routes
existed. It is hard to imagine that such a far-reaching disaster
didn't cause them severe shortages in supplies, wealth and power._' 

	Although Atlantis itself '_is a myth and legend, it is informative
about the experiences of the ancients,_' Goodman said. _'It may very
well be the case that those passing the story on had heard of or
witnessed events in which coastal buildings went underwater because of
earthquakes; beachfront towns were flooded during tsunamis; islands
were created by underwater volcanic activity. There may be that grain
of truth that lent legitimacy and a certain reality to the legend of
Atlantis._' 

	Publications Abstract: 
A sedimentary deposit on the continental shelf off Caesarea Maritima,
Israel, is identified, dated, and attributed to tsunami waves produced
during the Late Bronze Age (ca. 1630-1550 B.C.E.) eruption of
Santorini, Greece. The sheet-like deposit was found as a layer as much
as 40 cm thick in four cores collected from 10 to 20 m water depths.
Particle-size distribution, planar bedding, shell taphoecoensis,
dating (radiocarbon, optically stimulated luminescence, and pottery),
and comparison of the horizon to more recent tsunamigenic layers
distinguish it from normal storm and typical marine conditions across
a wide (>1 km2) lateral area. The presence of this deposit is evidence
that tsunami waves from the Santorini eruption radiated throughout the
Eastern Mediterranean Sea, affecting the coastal people living there.
Dates for the tsunami deposit bracket both the so-called "high" and
"low" chronology for the Santorini eruption. In addition to resolving
the question of the extent of tsunami impact from the Santorini
eruption, the research presented also provides a new means of
discovering, identifying, and studying continuous records of
paleotsunami deposits in the upper shelf coastal environment. The
latter is key to understanding past events, better interpreting
sedimentological records, and creating stronger models for
understanding tsunami propagation, coastal management, and hazard
preparation worldwide. 

	Sources: http://geology.gsapubs.org, http://www.msnbc.msn.com Writer:
Κ.Ν.Κ.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awards by the Tourism Minister]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2041&pcode=H901_CD2041]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2041&pcode=H901_CD2041]]></guid><description><![CDATA[The Tourism Minister Mr. Aris Spiliotopoulos gave today Awards to
those organizations and citizens of Santorini, who voluntary helped
the rescue of the Cruise boat "Sea Diamond" passengers before its
sinking at 5th of April 2007.
 He said also that the Government continues the efforts to set
Santorini one of the WORLD HERITAGE MONUMENTS of UNESCO.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0300]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Know the seismic activity in Greece]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2018&pcode=H901_CD2018]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2018&pcode=H901_CD2018]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Aristotelian University of Thessalonica gives to users of internet
the opportunity to learn and examine the seismic phenomenon in Greece
in real time at the web page
http://lemnos.geo.auth.gr/the_seisnet/WEBSITE_2005/REAL_TIME_MAPS/index.htm.
 

	 These records report the precise region and the depth of seismic
vibration all the 24- hour period.  

	 Also, in this program, that observes and records all the data of
seismic vibrations in Greece , are included also the five
seismographs, that are found in Santorini.  In Santorini also observed
the temperature of water and the gases in volcano. 

	 Relatively, the last earthquake in the island was marked, according
to the web page, yesterday (6:00:31p.m) in depth of 12,5 km with 0,5
mag intensity.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New edition from Megaro Gkyzi]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2011&pcode=H901_CD2011]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2011&pcode=H901_CD2011]]></guid><description><![CDATA[Santorini  Engravings and drawings by greek artists is the title of
the new publication of Megaro Gkyzi. This bilingual edition (greek 
english) includes 212 engravings and drawings by 50 artist since 1866,
with the island of Santorini as theme.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 28 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[The myth of lost Atlantis]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2009&pcode=H901_CD2009]]></link><guid><![CDATA[http://santorini.gr/pegasus/h007/faq11.php?code=2009&pcode=H901_CD2009]]></guid><description><![CDATA[The myth of lost Atlantis is for a lot of years one from the most
fascinating and undiscovered fables of history, since no one could
find proves about the existence or the position of this island. 

	However, even if a lot of regions from Cyprus to Atlantic Ocean have
tried to adopt the myth of lost Atlantis in the bottom of their sea,
the most scientists and the most stories place the position of
Atlantis in Santorini and they combine the disappearance of this
island with the huge explosion of volcano in Thira, which caused also
the destruction of Minoan culture, round 1600 b.C. 

	According to the fable, when the gods shared Earth, Poseidon took
Atlantis and gave it to his half  gods sons to cultivate it. One of
them was wedded Leukippi, who gave birth to Kleito. Poseidon fell in
love Kleito and he wanted to take her for ever by his side. So he
chose an island and he designed it for protection with circular areas
surrounded by sea and fertile ground, because he wanted to offer her a
wonderful life. 

	The name of Atlantis was probably taken by the giant Atlas, who kept
in his shoulder the Earth and the sky. Atlases had origin divine and
supernatural abilities, living peacefully. 

	However, they appeared human weaknesses and they tried to conquer
riches population. This effort enraged the gods so much and they
decided to punish them with annihilation in one night, leaving only
tones of mud and dust. 

	Plato was the first who was reported to Atlantis, in the text
Atlantic speech. He mentioned that it was an island with form
circular as ring by concentric circles and in the middle of it existed
sea and a small islet. It was destroyed by an explosion that caused
big earthquakes and dense of dust. As the same way Ancient Thira was
described and was destroyed by the eruption of volcano, which as a
result had to sunk the biggest department of the island. 

	Also, according Platon, who took most of his elements from Egyptians
priests, Atlantis was found west of Column of Hercules (narrow of
Gibraltar ). However, the fact that the discovered world was till the
beach of Asia Minor , leader us to the conclusion that it could be a
narrow passage in Aegean, because the explosions of volcano had
created narrow passages around Thira . 

	The myth of lost Atlantis remains one of the most fascinating fables
in history, because there are a lot of unanswered questions. The fact
that nobody has found any proves about Atlantis until now make
impossible for existence of this island, but as the Greek people say
there is no smoke, without fire.]]></description><pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0200]]></pubDate></item></channel></rss>