An island fit for heroes
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It is possible to reach the Greek island of Hydra, located in the Saronic Gulf, by hydrofoil from the port of Hermione on the Peloponnese in only 30 minutes. Hydra is not a typical Greek island, and Hydra town itself has an Italian atmosphere, with many of the houses having ochre walls and terracotta roof tiles. The island attracts large numbers of tourists, and it is therefore worth seeking accommodation well up the steep steps from the harbour. Hydra is sophisticated, but also retains elements of ordinary Greek life.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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George Papadopoulos
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Soldier and politician George Papadopoulos graduated from the Officers' Academy in 1940. He served with the Security Battalions during the second world war, and in the early 1950s taught at the School of Artillery. He was a staff officer in the Greek Central Intelligence Agency between 1959 and 1964, and was promoted to colonel in 1960. Following the 1967 coup, he became minister to Prime Minister Constantine Kollias, and assumed the premiership in Dec 1967. He was ousted from the leadership in Nov 1973.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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The complete guide to Greek island-hopping
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Advice on travelling around the Greek islands is presented. If time is limited, it is advisable to take an overnight flight to Athens, Greece, in order to catch an early morning ferry.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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