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Soul Massage at El Sol Hotel 17.07.21

Exclusive Holistic Therapies While you are enjoying the beauty of the island, and discovering its treasures, why not take a …

A Restaurant for Sale 22.09.20

For sale, the “Kaleris” restaurant in the village of Agia Pelagia, Kythira. It is located in the centre of the most touristic area of the island, on the coastal front.

A long-standing vision becomes finally a reality at Karavas 02.09.20

The restoration of the old traditional micro-dams along Trail M49A has begun. The first 5 micro-dams have already been completed and are already filled with water.

Kythera – Athens from €31 30.08.20

Flights within Greece from €19! Offer is valid for direct and connecting domestic flights operated by Olympic Air network.

September in Kythira 28.08.20

Visit Kythera informs friends of our island that the associated accommodation businesses have prepared special offers for the month of September.

News Copy Editor 02.08.20

Kappagram, the owning company of Visit Kythera is seeking a community-focused news editor who is unafraid to dig into the local news scene.

Update on Accommodation in Kythira 03.07.20

Our island is now ready to welcome you. Both businesses and citizens are following the instructions given by the Ministry of Tourism, in the context of measures to address the Covid-19 pandemic.

Stay safe, Stay healthy 02.05.20

The travel websites of Kythira, Kythera.gr, Visit Kythera and Kithera.gr developed the covid19kythera.tk website.

Aegean announces Coronavirus (Covid-19) Measures 12.03.20

More flexibility, more travel confidence.

Agua Jewel, The First Departure to Kythera 07.03.20
Seajets Ferries’ AQUA JEWEL departing for maiden time from Piraeus with destination the Islands of Kythera and Antikythera and the port of Kissamos at Crete Island.

Kythera Develops Via Ferrata Trail Network 06.03.20

Kythera has become Greece’s first small island to develop a “via ferrata”, a special network of trails that combines hiking with canyoning and climbing.

Antikythera, the Green Island of Science 23.02.20
A new initiative of the National Observatory of Athens, in collaboration with the Prefecture of Attica and the Municipality of the island of Kythira.

Tribute to Theo Angelopoulos 12.02.20

Ο Θεόδωρος Αγγελόπουλος, ένας από τους μεγαλύτερους Έλληνες δημιουργούς ταινιών με διεθνή απήχηση.

The Wild Orchids Holiday is approaching… 28.01.20

At the end of November 2019, we announced the Wild Orchids Holiday that we are organizing, April 5th – 12th, in cooperation with the Avlemonas Spring Festival.

300,000 domestic seats from €19! 13.01.20

Offer is valid for direct domestic flights operated by Olympic Air network. Bookings until 16/01/2020 Travel between 18/02/2020 – 30/06/2020 …

Kythira’s Wild Orchids Holiday – April 2020 19.12.19

During this Wild Orchids Holiday you will explore a different area of the island every day. Experienced Greek orchids specialists will show you the way along unpaved roads, rocky footpaths and through fields.

Kythira Trail Maintenance Week 13.12.19

In cooperation with Kythera Trails, Pyrgos House is organizing Kythira’s first Trail Maintenance Weeks in March and October 2020.

Apospasmata of Marios Pontikas 05.11.19

Apospasmata’ is a selection of vignettes from the works ‘Esoterke Idisis’ and Kita Tous’ , written by Marios Pontikas.

200,000 domestic flight seats from €19! 18.10.19

Discover another side of Greece! 200,000 domestic seats from €19!

The Antikythera Shipwreck underwater excavation is on 07.10.19

The Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation proudly announces the resumption of the archaeological research at the famous Antikythera Shipwreck.

Seminar Green Flag Trails Kythira 04.10.19

From October 4th to 11th on Kythira there will be a seminar “Green Flag Trails”.

Georgia Ntagaki, Ο Choros Mou – Official Music Video 26.08.19
Enter the Panik Records and listen to Georgia Ntagaki.

Georgia Ntagaki @ Astikon 26.08.19

Georgia Dagaki and her band give concerts all over Greece. These live performances transcend the boundaries of traditional music.

The Greek Reporter on Antikythera! 20.08.19
Life on the isolated Greek island of Antikythera

With so many lies – Alkinoos is landing on Kythera! 19.08.19
Lyrics: Alkinoos Ioannidis Music: Alkinoos Ioannidis First version: Alkinoos Ioannidis My Fates dressed me in songs and blessings and they opened the …

Stefanos Rokos & Nick Cave 16.08.19

I first met Nick Cave in 1997 in London. He had just finished a concert to promote the «Boatman’s Call» album, and I, urged by an intense desire to meet him in person.

Stefanos Rokos Art on Kythera 16.08.19

Follow Your Art The Gallery at Kythera will exhibit, the two “Darker With The Day” and “And No More Shall We Part” silkscreens

Idra Kayne at Astikon 08.08.19

Idra Kayne is surely the revelation of the soul funk music scene. With her splendidly integrated voice and her lively stage presence on Kythera Live!

Χριστίνα Γκόλια & The Blue Quartet Band 31.07.19
Christina Golia & The Blue Quartet Band @Astikon on 2nd and 3d of August, 10.30 p.m.

Haig Yazdjian on Kythera Live! 17.07.19

Clothing in old Kythera: Materials, Process, Clothes, Costumes 16.07.19

An exhibition with handicraft items used to process materials, as well as examples of everyday and festive clothing.

Experiencing Sound Massage 13.07.19

Imagine your body is a lake of still water, and someone drops a pebble in it.

Hellenic Match Racing Tour – The Beauty of Kythera 27.06.19
A breathtaking video by the leading Sports Media company, covering more than 100 sailing & outdoor events worldwide per year.

400,000 domestic seats from €19! 26.06.19

The offer is valid for direct flights operated by Olympic Air network.

Waiter Assistant Waiter Jobs 20.06.19

Michalis’s restaurant in Mitata asks for two Waiter / Assistant Waiter. English fluent and Native Language of the Location. Experience …

Porfyrousa announces schedule changes 12.06.19

Please give your attention to the “Porfyrousa” Ferry schedules for thiw weekend. There is a change to the scedule with extra routes.

Kaladi Beach 01.06.19

Kaladi is one of the most beautiful beaches in Kythera.

20 years AEGEAN! 50% discount on our flights! 30.05.19

The offer is valid for direct and connecting flights to Greek airports and for connecting flights to international destinations.

Lonely Planet voted for Kythira! 22.05.19

Kythira with its perfect beaches, waterfalls and sugar-cube architecture generated the most searches this year.

Paleopoli Beach in Kythera 17.05.19

The island’s largest beach, Paleopoli is situated between Avlemonas and Kaladi beaches, and is divided into two sections by an imposing rock containing sea caves.

My Greek Odyssey – Kythera 13.05.19
Experience Greece like never before! My Greek Odyssey – Kythera

Kythera at a glance 13.05.19

Located off the south-eastern edge of the Peloponnese, Kythera Island has always been an important crossroads for the eastern Mediterranean.

Plan your Trip to Munich 10.05.19

Take off on the wings of Aegean Airlines for magical, cosmopolitan Munich, the city that perfectly embodies the “German dream” in the shadow of the Bavarian Alps.

A History of Kytherian Dress 02.05.19

We would like to invite you to a very interesting presentation in relation to the gradual development of Kytherian dress.

Dance lessons during your holiday on Kythira 30.04.19

Pyrgos Houses starts the Greek dancing lessons for beginners and for more advanced dancers.

Happy Greek Easter! 27.04.19

The light shines in the darkness and the darkness can never extinguish it. Happy Easter Wishes!

Αnother Αward for Astarte! 18.04.19

Astarti Co. and Harry Tzortzopoulos, are very pleased to announce another award for a very special product of the …

Hiring Jobs, Employment on Kythera 16.04.19

GEOTOPO Engineers company is seeking for architects, civil and surveying engineers for its offices in Athens and in Kythera island.

A Sunday walk in Mitata 09.04.19

Easter in Kythera 05.04.19
Easter in Kythira, an unforgetable experience! Visit the beautiful picturesque churches of Kythera, enjoy the Greek Easter cistoms.

Rhodes, Corfu, Mykonos and Chios, €19! 04.04.19

Βοοkings until 10/04/2019 for Travel period from 07/05/2019 until 26/10/2019.

Fly within Greece with 20% off! 30.03.19

Offer is valid for domestic connecting flights, operated by Olympic Air network. Bookings until 03.04.2019.

Easter in Kythera 28.03.19

Kythera is the ideal destination for those seeking unparalleled beauty. This beauty emerges from the whitewashed walls and cobblestone streets …

Where is Kapsali? 26.03.19

Kapsali is a must-see tourist destination in Kythera’s Hora. This enclosed natural harbour located just below the Castle of Hora is an ideal way station for yachts and other watercraft.

Red Spaleto 16.03.19
Iliana and George own the taverna Kokkina Spaleto (Red Jacket), in the village of Frilingianika on the island of Kythira. …

Accommodation in Kythira 08.03.19

Accommodation in Kythira. All accommodations comply with the specifications of the Greek Tourism Organization and comply with Greek and European legislation.

All international destinations with up to 40% off 21.02.19

The offer is valid for direct flights from/to Athens, Thessaloniki, Heraklion, Rhodes and Kalamata to all international destinations. Bookings until …

New video by the Municipality 13.02.19
Un mondo fa un mondo, e il Cerigo un altro mondo. A new video production for the Municipality of Kythera, welcoming the new tourist season 2019.

Bike and Hike Travel Show 2019, in the Netherlands 13.02.19

This year, Pyrgos House will be present again at the Bike and Hike Travel Show in Utrecht (The Netherlands), Jaarbeurs …

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! 31.12.18

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Buon Natale e felice anno nuovo! Καλά Χριστούγεννα και Ευτυχισμένο το Νέο Ετος! ¡Feliz …

Twelve recommended beaches for 2018 07.11.18

Although a small island, Kythira, thanks to its rich geomorphology, has a extended coastline with about 40 large, small and very small beaches.

Kythera to Athens Bus Connection 06.11.18

From 13/11 every Tuesday and Friday from Athens – Every Thursday and Sunday to Athens.

A Short Video – Voyage to Kythira, A surprising Island 06.11.18
Video produced by the Municipality of Kythera for the International Tourism Exhibition “Philoxenia2018” in Thessaloniki.

Vanilia, 18 years. Thank You! 02.11.18

We inform you that Café – Creperie “Vanilia” has changed ownership and address. Spyros and Christina, who recently opened the restaurant “Apaggio”, will now take over “Vanilla”.

Fly to 4 cities in Germany! 30.10.18

Fly to 4 cities in Germany! Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Munich.

Excavation of Lord Elgin’s shipwrecked brig “Mentor” yields passenger items 29.10.18

Underwater exploration this September of the historic wreck of “Mentor”, a brig which belonged to Lord Elgin and sank off Kythira Island in 1802 carrying antiquities of the Acropolis, revealed more information about the brig’s construction, Greece’s Ministry of Culture said on Tuesdasy, according to ANA.

Powerful storm sweeps into southwest Peloponnese and Kythera 29.09.18

A Mediterranean storm with tropical characteristics swept into the southwestern Peloponnese on Saturday morning, bringing 90 km/h winds.

Exploring Kythera Nightlife 25.09.18
Although Kythera is known for its tranquility and quiet, when it wants to it knows how to throw a party.

Book Launch of The British Passports issued on Kythera 1814 – 1864 21.09.18

Book Launch of The British Passports issued on Kythera 1814 – 1864 at “Kythiraikos Syndesmos” Cultural Centre

Discover 24 destinations all over Greece from €14,90! 19.09.18

Fly between Athens and: Heraklion, Mykonos, Naxos, Milos, Kythira, Paros, Zakynthos, Skiathos, Karpathos, Santorini, Corfu, Kos, Kefalonia, Limnos, Chania, Ioannina, Alexandroupolis, Samos, Ikaria, Astypalea, Kalymnos, Syros, Mytilini, Chios

Larissa, Kythera Museums Awarded for Best Short Videos 12.09.18

Two Greek museums, the Diachronic Museum of Larissa and the Archaeological Museum of Kythera, are among the winners of the Museums in Short 2018 Awards.

Exploring Agia Pelagia 11.09.18
Today we take at the north coast of Kythera which is home to the main beach of Agia Pelagia, Lagada, Kalamitsi, Lorenzo, Kaki Lagada and Fyri Ammos.

Exploring Kythera: 007 The East Coast 18.08.18
This part of the coast of Kythera is thought to be the birthplace of Aphrodite and for that reason Limni is called the lovers beach.

Vote for the Archaeological Museum of Kythera 17.08.18

Museums in Short is an international contest for short videos related to museums.

Museums in Short 2018 – Candidate Videos 14.08.18
Two short videos, one of the Museum of Larissa and one of the Archaeological Museum of Kythira, are among the selected 12 finalists for the awards.

Georgia Ntagaki in Kythera 07.08.18

Astikon Music Cafe presents the artist Georgia Ntagaki in Kythera.

Α Work in Process 28.07.18

Written on the opportunity of my solo art show entitled “A WORK IN PROCESS” in the “Follow your Art” galery, in Kapsali, Kythera on 7-31 August 2018

Alexandros Kyriakopoulos supports Aurora 22.07.18

Η οργάνωση «Aurora», που ορίζει ως αποστολή της να καταστήσει 100% ιάσιμη τη λευχαιμία και τα άλλα συναφή αιματολογικά νοσήματα.

Astikon Music Festival 19.07.18

Dear Friends, Visit Kythera and Kythera Live support the “Astikon” Music Café Festival in Potamos. Enjoy your nights at Astikon!

Tours in the archaeological site at Antikythera 17.07.18

The excavation team invites the inhabitants and the visitors of the island to visit the site during the works.

Exploring Kapsali 17.07.18
Μy favourite episode to make. After a delicious meal at the Vanilla Cafe and exploring the town for a bit Spiros took us on the Glass Bottom boat to Hytra.

Wandering by Georgia Tseri 16.07.18

Inspired by the myth of Odysseus and his return to Ithaca, Georgia Tseri’s exhibition “Wandering” explores self-knowledge and self-awareness as the road to creation.

Alexandros Kyriakopoulos Piano Recital 16.07.18

Special artistic tribute in memory of beloved late Petros Galanakis, local football coach

“Cythère – Soudan….Le temps du retour” 13.07.18

Jean Marie Stratigos, repeats this journey now by photographing a Sufi ceremony, a dilapidated temple, and ordinary people in Sudan.

New Job 12.07.18

Ζητείται υπάλληλος για εμπορικό κατάστημα στον Ποταμό. Πλήρες ωράριο, έως τέλος Σεπτεμβρίου.

Waterfalls of Mylopotamos 12.07.18
In case you didn’t know Kythera is home to a handful of beautiful waterfalls.

Let’s take a look around Avlemonas 03.07.18
This is one of the prettiest towns on the island. We take a look at the Venetian castle, local restaurants, swimming area and bars.

Today we visit Potamos! 03.07.18
It was a Sunday so the markets were on and the city centre was buzzing.

Greece – A 365-Day Destination 02.07.18
Bustling cities, small traditional villages, breathtaking nature, rich culture, imposing archaeological sites, mesmerising islands, savoury culinary treats and recipes form a fascinating destination.

South East Coast 30.06.18
It took a 5:30AM wake up but catching the sunrise at Kombonada was definitely worth it.

Antetokounmpo invites you to Greece 29.06.18
Gorgeous shores, sun kissed beaches, nights under the starlit skies, visiting a plethora of archaeological sites, fall in love against the backdrop of a sunset, savoring traditional delights of the Greek cuisine…

Exploring Kythera with George! 29.06.18

Visit Kythera announces a new video series production for the summer of 2018. The production is signed by George Moulos, a Kytherian Australian content creator who takes us around the town and tells us about its history.

Aegean invests in its future 28.06.18

Official signing of the purchase agreement with Airbus for the order of up to 42 new generation aircraft of the A320neo family, valued at 5 billion USD at list prices.

“Ionis” is back! 11.06.18

“IONIS” ferry boat completed the repair services (after a technical problem 10 days ago) and starts operating its schedules from Piraeus to Kythira, Antikythira, Kissamos and Gythio.

Guided Walk to Paliochora 09.06.18

Guided walk to Paliochora, the Byzantine capital of the island.

European Music Day 2018 09.06.18

What is music for you? And what do you think it means to the man beside you?

Red Complex 27.05.18
Located 4.5 miles off the coast of Kapsali. A dive site that is always protected from adverse weather.
Depths from -6m to -28m.

Adopt a cat! 15.05.18

“Φάρμα αδέσποτων ζώων – Adopt a cat” is a registered animal welfare organisation the island Kythira and has been founded by Irene van Klinken.

Visit Greece | Greece – A 365-Day Destination 08.05.18
Bustling cities, small traditional villages, breathtaking nature, rich culture, imposing archaeological sites, mesmerising islands, savoury culinary treats and recipes form a fascinating destination.

Agia Pelagia from the Air 28.04.18
A video produced with a drone by John Fardoulis for Adeline Web TV. Enjoy Agia Pelagia in Kythera!

A Tour to the Historical Archives of Kythera 24.04.18

We invite you to join us on the 4th May 2018, 11 pm for a tour of the Historical Archives of Kythera, Kastro Hora.
Please see the attached invitation.

Perlegiannika Houses New Website 03.04.18

Perlegiannika Houses has launched its new website with improved functionality, design and navigation. The new website has been developed by Kappagram.

Canyoning in Kakavos 25.03.18

Easter in Kythera 24.03.18
Kythera is the ideal destination for those seeking unparalleled beauty.

Kytherian Fleur de Sel in midtown Manhattan 21.03.18

At the Greek seafood temple Milos in midtown Manhattan, fish are shipped in from the Mediterranean and priced by weight—some upward of $50 per pound. But the salt is equally valuable.

The soundtrack of March 01.03.18

Welcoming the spring with the music sounds of Mau Mons!

Skip the Bordeaux, Go for the Assyrtiko 27.02.18

On March 15, the chef, Nicholas Poulmentis, will proudly, though nervously, open the doors of Akrotiri, his new restaurant in Astoria, cooking dishes normally not found on a Greek menu, and serving wines most people have never heard of.

Carnival Potamos 08.02.18

Winter Sunday Walk will participate at Potamos Carnaval. Put on your carnaval costume, don’t forget your walking stick and join our 100 meter walk of fame.

A quick story from the first day in Copenhagen 25.01.18

“Imagine Kythera” the periodic exhibition, organized in several cities around the world by I Love Kythera, will be held this year for the first time in Denmark from 13 to 27 January 2018 at the Greek restaurant Café Patina in Copenhagen.

Our Instagram Feed 19.01.18

Dear friends, enjoy our new updated instagram feeds on Visit Kythera and Kythera.live. Display your photos in the pages of the most popular websites, with the most powerful social network tools! The instagram feed is based on #visitkythera hashtag. Get high engagement (likes, comments, shares, views, etc.) from the Kythera fans. Enjoy it!

Voyage to Cythera 18.01.18

Free as a bird and joyfully my heart
Soared up among the rigging, in and out;
Under a cloudless sky the ship rolled on
Like an angel drunk with brilliant sun.

Imagine Kythera in Copenhagen 13.01.18

“Imagine Kythera” the periodic mobile exhibition, organized in several cities around the world by I Love Kythera, will be held this year for the first time in Denmark from 13 to 27 January 2018 at the Greek restaurant Café Patina in Copenhagen.

Kythera Wishes You a Happy New Year! 31.12.17

May you always be surrounded by hope and guided by the stars. Have a prosperous New Year! See you in Kythera in 2018 for joyful holidays!

Italian Escape to Kalami 25.12.17
A nice dive with our Italian friends at the Kalami caves and bay on the beautiful island of Kythira. A video edited by Luc Lakeman.

Kythera Interactive Map 24.12.17

Dear Friends, the first interactive map of Kythera has landed. You can find out where the main villages, monuments, museums, caves and churches of the island are.

Cancellation of “Porfyrousa” Schedules 01.12.17

We inform you that due to bad weather conditions, F/B “Porfyrosa” today 1/12/2017 will not be operating.

Porfyrousa to Antikythera announces 28.11.17

Ladies and Gentlemen, Please note that the Antikythera route, (which was not held last Monday 27/11/2017 due to the local …

Regeneration of Natural Landscape Of Kythira 18.09.17

Regeneration of Natural Landscape Of Kythira…. after the disaster. Public meeting – discussion: « Forest Fires….before and after…»

Huxley Book Presentation 13.09.17

Please find attached our invitation to the next event which is to take place on Thursday, 14 September. The long awaited reprint of this significant archaeological book has finally been accomplished.

Your Favorite Beach 24.08.17

Summer’s still young, which means it’s time to cast your vote for Kythira’s favorite beach! Pick your top choice now before the poll closes on October 10th, 2017!

Friends of Museums in Antikythira 22.08.17

On Saturday 12 August 2017, Members of the Association Friends of Museums of Kythera went on a boat excursion to …

Eftyhia Mitritsa in Kythira 21.08.17
Eftyhia Mitritsa on 25th of August 2017, at 10.30 pm, in Avlemonas, Arahtopoleio Cafe.

World Photo Day 19.08.17

Today 19th of August is the World Photo Day, celebrating 178 years of Photography! Photo taken by A. Lourantos. …

Stelios Mac in Kythira 17.08.17
Astikon Music Cafe presents Stelios Mac on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 of August 2017, at 22.00.
Free Entrance

Attic á Paris by Giorgis Christodoulou 17.08.17
“Attic á Paris”, recital by Giorgis Christodoulou and Haris Stavrakakis / Zeidoros Artspace, 17 & 18 August, 22:00 Entrance €12, …

Tonight Melisses Music Band in Kythira 11.08.17
The Music Band “Melisses” has landed on Kythira! Tonight in the High School yard of Kythira town, at 9:30, Porphyris Youth Club of Kythira invites you to join this great concert!

MedINA supports Kythira 10.08.17

After the fire: The best and most effective anti-corrosion and flood protection works in Kythira are already in place! They were built by human decades ago and all they need is some sort of maintenance to do their job.

Porphyris Announcement 08.08.17

Following the uncontrolled and devastating fire that inflicted tremendous destruction to our island, the Porphyris Youth Association of Kythira announces that the proceeds from its annual dance event that will take place on August 14, 2017 at the old Disco in Kapsali will be donated in order to repair the damages to the affected areas.

Lunar Eclipse and Full Moon 07.08.17

A partial lunar eclipse will take place on August 7 night and will be visible from across the country.

Tomorrow is the day 06.08.17

We have reached the end of darkness. It is now time to reflect on tomorrow. Let’s not be frightened by the shadows that hide the light for a short time. The sun and the moon rarely meet, always chasing and always missing each other. But once in a while they do catch up and the world stares in awe of their eclipse. Tomorrow is the day.

A Special Thank You to Our Heroes 06.08.17

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to those men and women who fought the vicious fire at the peril of their lives to save our lives and our possessions.