Author: Kavala.com

According to a National Bank of Greece forecast, tourism revenue could reach a record €21 billion in 2023. The total will almost definitely exceed the €18.17 billion received in 2019, the final year before the Covid-19 epidemic. While tourism returned well in 2022 after two weak years, income fell short of a new high of €17.63 billion. A significant portion of this increased revenue is attributable to higher prices caused by inflation, which are expected to compensate for the slightly shorter duration of visitors’ holidays. The report highlights two new trends that may continue in the coming years: first, the…

The Greek National Health Care Organization (EODY) revealed on Tuesday that the West Nile virus had claimed two lives in Greece. Both were beyond the age of 81, and their deaths were due to central nervous system diseases. Eight additional West Nile virus infection cases have been recorded in the last week, increasing the total number of infections to eleven. Ten infected people had symptoms of central nervous system infection, such as encephalitis, meningitis, and/or severe paralysis. Three people remain in the hospital, one in intensive care, and six have been discharged. The virus has been detected in Eastern Macedonia…

Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman and FIDE Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia of Bangladesh earned four (4) points each after the 6th round matches of the 32nd Open International Chess Category A Tournament of Kavala’2023 held in the Greece city of Kavala on Tuesday. In the 6th round matches, Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman beat World Grandmaster Antolak of Poland while his son and FIDE Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia drew with FIDE Master Seemann Jakub of Poland.

Chess Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman of Bangladesh earned his 2nd consecutive victory in the 32nd Open International Chess Category A Tournament of Kavala 2023, beating Kosmidis Loannis of the hosts Greece in the 3rd round match, held in Kavala, Greece on Saturday. Bangladeshi FIDE Master and son of Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman, Tahsin Tajwar Zia, drew with Poupalos Nikoloas of Greece in the other 3rd round match on Saturday. After the 3rd round matches, Zia earned 2 points while Tahsin Tajwar Zia bagged 1.5 points.

Locomondo are coming on the stage of Cosmopolis festival 2023 to celebrate their 20 years anniversary, on July 30, 2023! To get your tickets, please visit here, or visit Kavala’s Tourist Information Center Monday-Friday 09:00- 20.30, and Saturday 09:00-14.30.

The Kavala Open is a 9-round Swiss tournament taking place from July 28 to August 04, 2023 in Kavala, Greece. Players receive 90 minutes for 40 moves, followed by 30 minutes to the end of the game, plus a 30-second increment starting from move one. To learn more, please visit here.

A 52-year-old man was arrested in a town near Kavala in northern Greece, suspected of sexually assaulting his mentally challenged daughter during an 18-year period. The arrest was carried out by members of the Hellenic Police (ELAS). According to reports from the national broadcaster ERT, the young woman fell pregnant by her own father and gave birth to two children. Following repeated reports, authorities launched an investigation at the suspect’s apartment, which resulted in his arrest. The 52-year-old suspect admitted to security officials that he had been raping his 26-year-old daughter, taking advantage of her intellectual impairment. According to police…

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Cosmopolis festival is back this summer with an amazing lineup for July at Mohammed Ali Square. We cannot wait to share this incredible events with you. And that’s not all. We have even more excitement as we will soon be announcing our August lineup. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready for an unforgettable summer.

Nicholas “Nick” J. Colessides passed into the hands of his creator on Thursday, May 04, 2023, at the age of 85 years. Nick is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Sophia “Syd” (of Salt Lake City, UT), his brother Constantine “Gus” and Barbara (of Houston, TX) and his sister Maria (of Kavala, Greece) along with numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews and godchildren in the United States and Greece. Nick was born in Kavala, Greece and was proud of his Greek heritage. A Pontian philosopher, Nick was always ready to engage in dialogue about history, politics or religion.…

The coastal town of Kavala, located northeast of Thessaloniki in Greece’s gorgeous Macedonia, provides as a good base for exploring the historic city of Philippi and wine tastings in the surrounding mountains. The capital and principal port of the Kavala prefecture is situated amphitheatrically on the slopes of Mt. Symvolo, resulting in one of Greece’s most scenic cities. The vast modern Platies (squares), contemporary buildings, and commercial center on the west side of the city contrast the traditional old houses, little gardens, and flagged lanes on the east side, which transport you back in time. The port city of Kavala…