Panagiota Diamanti, who inspired the "New Life in the Village" program, bids farewell to the family of eight leaving Fourna for Naxos with a heartfelt message

The body was recovered by Greece’s coast guard about four nautical miles west of Naxos. Authorities said it was wearing a diving suit and fins, but its identity has not yet been established.

In the village of Mesi Potamia, chef Yiannis Economou cooks the traditional dishes he grew up with, turning family memories, local produce and Naxos’ culinary heritage into a deeply personal dining experience

Naxos tops MSN’s list of Europe’s best islands for 2026, earning global recognition for its beaches, heritage, gastronomy and authentic charm.

The headteacher has called for a full investigation after unknown individuals broke into a primary school on Naxos, causing extensive damage to the building.

Agia Anna Beach in Naxos ranks among the world’s 100 best beaches for 2026, highlighting the island’s exceptional natural beauty and global appeal.

Naxos earns global praise as media highlight its authentic charm, culture, nature, and balanced, sustainable island lifestyle in Greece.

The highly destructive ordnance was discovered on Saturday by a fishing boat skipper, who immediately notified the authorities; a bomb disposal unit neutralized the mine with a controlled explosion after it was carefully moved closer to shore

Sun-drenched islands, whitewashed villages, and cuisine that speaks directly to the heart define Greece’s enduring appeal—an appeal rooted as much in warm hospitality as in natural beauty.

2025 marked a record year for Naxos, with air arrivals rising by 30.9% and ferry traffic by 5.8%, confirming its rapidly growing international appeal.

TasteAtlas has ranked Greece’s Naxos Graviera as the top cheese worldwide for 2025/26, highlighting its long tradition, verified consumer reviews, and distinctive flavor developed through months of aging

The genetic lineage of Greeks and the specific diseases that appear in particular regions have led many scientists to search for connections and common patterns

Greece’s Culture Ministry has finalized the permanent fencing of the Portara monument in Naxos, following disputes between the municipality and state authorities

The Greek Culture Ministry will be installing a permanent protective structure around the ancient Portara site on Naxos later this year.

Court rejects the mayor’s complaint, citing the need to safeguard the ancient Portara monument until permanent fencing is installed.

The incident happened a day after ferries were kept at dock on account to dangerous winds, forcing mass ferry cancellations in Greece.

Naxos Mayor Dimitris Lianos has challenged the legality of the measure and is demanding an official investigation.

Greek destinations also feature prominently further down the top ten, with the Ionian islands of Lefkada in ninth place (+189%) and Zakynthos in tenth (+175%).

The island of Naxos is leveraging technology to promote its cultural and historical heritage

Naxos was named Top Sustainable Destination, the result of a structured evaluation and voting process overseen by the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).