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Development of Diving Park in Paleokastritsa
CORFU. Paleokastritsa – Where fishing stops and tourist boats are allowed to pass
Elderly pedestrian killed after being hit by car
CORFU. Tragedy struck on Saturday evening on the Eth.Paleokastritsa Road, near Felekas.
WTM London: British holidaymakers delay bookings as Corfu expands its connections
LONDON. British holidaymakers remain keen to travel, but fewer have gone ahead with bookings. Greece ranks fifth among their preferred destinations, while the first scheduled flights to Corfu are due to begin in late March 2027.
“Asopos-1” drilling operation scheduled for April 2027, with 16% chance of successful outcome
ATHENS. The initial estimate puts potential natural gas resources at 270 billion cubic metres. Energean is now explicitly linking the drilling operation in the north-western Ionian Sea to Europe’s energy security. Completion of the permitting process remains a prerequisite for the project timetable to proceed.
Tourist season beginning on April 1 2027
CORFU. What the initial figures reveal about Corfu’s tourism prospects for 2027. The British market remains a key source of visitors to Corfu. Jet2 is expanding its service from Luton, with flights starting on 1 April, while routes from Gatwick and Bournemouth have also been announced.
Corfu at WTM: London meetings focus on 2027 season
CORFU. The Ionian Islands Region has its own stand at the 3–5 November exhibition, with participating businesses from Corfu.
Fuel subsidy extended until 15 November
ATHENS. Total savings of 40 cents per litre on heating oil, 20 cents on diesel and 10 cents on unleaded petrol. The subsidy extension will cost €35 million.
Kerkyra Seaways ticket offices relocate to Corfu Port
CORFU. Passengers travelling with Kerkyra Seaways on the Corfu–Igoumenitsa route can now find the company΄s ticket offices next to the new ferry terminal.
28th October anniversary celebrated in Corfu
CORFU. Large crowds turn out for celebrations marking the national “OCHI” Day — festivities culminate in student and military parade.
Corfu cruise passenger numbers head towards one million in 2026
CORFU. Passenger arrivals have reached 887,260 to date, according to Stefanos Gikas. The revenue allocated to the Municipality of Central Corfu from the cruise passenger levy has totalled €1.73 million over the 15 months since the measure was introduced.
Education protest: “Taking to the streets for the school we dream of”
CORFU. Mass protest by teachers, parents and pupils demanding pay rises, staff shortages to be addressed and public education to be strengthened
NATO exercise involving 17 countries in Adriatic and Ionian Seas
CORFU. Naval and air forces from 17 allied countries are taking part in Neptune Strike 26-4. Greek vessels are also participating in the exercise.
Containers of waste from Diapontia Islands by roadside
CORFU. The photograph shows a row of metal containers outside the fenced facility. The transport of waste from the Diapontia Islands to Corfu has a history of problems. The question is why the containers remain at this particular location.
Turkish ship “Anadolu” in Ionian Sea for NATO exercise
CORFU. A Turkish statement confirms the warship’s participation in a NATO operation in the Adriatic and Ionian Seas.
Protest greets arrival of Israeli cruise ship ΄Crown Iris΄ at Corfu Port
CORFU. Protesters voiced their opposition to the cruise ship docking and Israeli tourists disembarking, as police and coastguard forces were present.
Heavy police presence for Israeli Ambassador’s visit to Corfu
CORFU. A limited programme of engagements included a visit to the Synagogue and social meetings. Eyewitnesses described an unusually heavy police presence. No protests were reported.
Tragic death of baby
CORFU. An eight-month-old baby was taken by ambulance to Corfu General Hospital, where doctors confirmed the infant’s death. Initial reports suggest the baby may have suffered a fall.
Israeli ambassador to visit Corfu on Saturday
CORFU. At the invitation of the Hoteliers’ Association – Visit to the Synagogue and meeting with the Jewish Community
