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A New Season Begins with Upgraded Services at Astir Odysseus Kos Resort & Spa

A New Season Begins with Upgraded Services at Astir Odysseus Kos Resort & Spa

The new tourist season has officially begun at Astir Odysseus Kos Resort & Spa, marked by the traditional blessing ceremony held on the hotel grounds, in the presence of the management, administration, and staff. The hotel’s management and administration would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all members of the staff for their dedication, […]

Papadimitriou olive oil: a Koan labour of love

Papadimitriou olive oil: a Koan labour of love

One of the most inspiring family businesses on the island is the Papadimitriou Olive Oil Factory and for any lover of fine quality olive oil a visit to their factory in Zipari is a delight not to be missed. The company dates back to 1976, when owner Kostas Papadimitriou, then 32, created the first modern […]

Taste sensation: Try Kos’ unique tomato spoon sweet

Taste sensation: Try Kos’ unique tomato spoon sweet

The rich culinary history of Greece and the colourful traditions of the Dodecanese combine to create a unique sweet treat in Kos – made from an unlikely source – the humble tomato. Kos’ tomato spoon sweet, known as Glyko Tomataki, is a syrupy preserve made with the pomodori tomatoes that grow in abundance on the […]

Cicadas – August’s soundtrack

Cicadas – August’s soundtrack

As the late summer temperatures soar in the Aegean islands, there is one sound above all that surrounds us – the high-pitched buzzing of a remarkable insect – the Cicada. Cicadas (Tzitzikia, as they’re known in Greek) just love heat – the hotter, the better, and they’re at their ear-splitting loudest during the hottest part […]

Odysseus – the legend revealed

Odysseus – the legend revealed

We’re very proud of our name – Astir Odysseus, for it is derived from one of the greatest characters of Greek mythology, the legendary figure of Odysseus. Meaning a journey of epic scale, today’s word ‘Odyssey’, takes its roots from the Greek philosopher Homer’s epic poem The Odyssey which chronicles the adventures of Odysseus. Also […]

10 years of Excellence and Memories: Astir Odysseus Anniversary Party

10 years of Excellence and Memories: Astir Odysseus Anniversary Party

2019 marks the 10th year of operation for Astir Odysseus. The completion of “10 years of Excellence” is a benchmark that calls for a major celebration! On 23 June, Astir Odysseus celebrated its 10-year successful operation with a special anniversary party that had it all: upbeat music by a DJ, fresh cocktails, magic fireworks, a […]

First Aid seminar for the staff of Astir Odysseus

First Aid seminar for the staff of Astir Odysseus

Each year Astir Odysseus receives thousands of guests in its facilities, including families with little children. Therefore, we consider it an absolute necessity to make our guests feel safe, apart from welcome. In this context, we invited the Hellenic Rescue Team of Kos to train the Astir Odysseus executives and employees on first aid techniques […]