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Papadimitriou olive oil: a Koan labour of love

15 October 2019

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...

Taste sensation: Try Kos’ unique tomato spoon sweet

27 September 2019

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...

Top 10 Kos: what to do and see if you visit Kos for the first time

10 September 2019

Kos is an island that combines beautiful natural landscapes with numerous historical sites. If you’re a first-timer and you want to make a basic planning of things-to-do...

Cicadas – August’s soundtrack

22 August 2019

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....

Odysseus – the legend revealed

06 August 2019

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...

The 15th of August traditional feast in Antimachia village

26 July 2019

Every year on the 15th of August when Orthodox Greeks celebrate the Day of Assumption of the Virgin Mary, a feast is organized in the yard of the Holy Church of the...

Caring for the sea that unites us: Astir Odysseus Resort & Spa participates in the Blue Flag Mediterranean week

09 July 2019

Ιn July 2019, for the second year, eleven NGOs acting as Blue Flag National Operators, from 11 different Mediterranean countries, have joined forces to put together a...

10 years of Excellence and Memories: Astir Odysseus Anniversary Party

26 June 2019

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...

Astir Odysseus donates rescue equipment to the Fire Department of Kos

20 May 2019

As part of the implementation of its corporate social responsibility, Astir Odysseus made an important equipment donation to the local Fire Department of Kos. The rescue...

First Aid seminar for the staff of Astir Odysseus

20 May 2019

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...

Astir Odysseus Kos Resort and Spa

Pserimos: a great day out

07 May 2019

When staying at Astir Odysseus why not head out to one of Kos's closest neighbours? Also known as Kapari, (capers grown in abundance here), Pserimos is the tiny island...

Contest “10 Years of Excellence”: win a 5-night stay

23 April 2019

We are celebrating 10 Years of Excellence with a Facebook Contest. Share your Memories and Win a 5-Night Stay at Astir Odysseus! Follow the below steps to join the...