Greece plays host to religious festivals with deeply rooted customs and centuries-old traditions all year round. One of the greatest celebrations of Christianity is Easter. The faithful Christians all over Greece follow the Holy Week… Easter in Greece: Highlights Guide!
“Kathari Deftera,” Greek for Clean Monday, is considered to be one of the most important feasts all over Greece, each year commencing the 40-day period of the Great Lent for the Eastern Greek Orthodox Church,… “Clean Monday” : Everything you need to know!
This is the island where Greek tradition and western influence come to a harmonious marriage. Ermoúpoli (meaning “the city of Hermes”) is the island’s capital town and has been the first important trade and industrial… Meet Syros, the Lady of the Aegean
Plaka is one of the most ancient settlements in Europe, with a history of more than 3.500 years. Located under the Acropolis, its charming atmosphere is spread all around the narrow streets, the ancient ruins, the… Top 7 things to see in Plaka
The Guardian published the list with “The 50 Best beaches in the world” On the top of the category “BEST IN EUROPE FOR FAMILIES” is the beach of St. George in Naxos Island stating: “Greece has… The best family beach in the World is in Greece
Telegraph includes includes six Greek islands among the 18 best “secret” island paradises in Europe. The Greek islands, that the British newspaper distinguishes are Kastellorizo, Meganisi, Monemvasia, Kea, Koufonisia and Ios and it describes them as… Telegraph: 6 out of 18 Europe’s best secret islands are located in Greece
Santorini is among the world’s 5 most inspiring destinations that will give you a whole new outlook on life, according to abcNews.go.com. The article begins by mentioning that “Jacques Cousteau, documentarian, explorer, and writer, was… ABC News: Santorini among the 5 most inspiring destinations in the world
Telegraph presents the 19 best Greek islands, whether you’re looking for sandy beaches, unspoiled island life or history and culture: Best for beaches – Zakynthos The Ionian Islands can’t be beaten for sandy beaches backed… Telegraph: The 19 best Greek islands for all tastes and vacation styles
Greece may be a small country yet at the same time is also very vast! With a geography that consists of a many small and big islands, is not a surprise that are still destinations… Unexplored islands of Greece
The location of the second largest volcanic eruption in human history, the waters off Greece’s Santorini are the site of newly discovered opalescent pools forming at 250 meters depth. The interconnected series of meandering, iridescent… Impressive subsea pools discovered near Santorini
On Holy Friday, midday, at the church of Panagia Drossiani, the women share a special Lenten raisin-walnut bread with parishioners. One of the key characteristics of Naxos as a destination is its many, well-populated villages.… The special Easter customs of Naxos
Everyone who had been to Greece has to try the legendary traditional Moussaka! A vegetarian casserole dish made of layers of potato, aubergine and zucchini topped with delicious minced meat and bechamel sauce! One of… The Moussaka express recipe!
The New Year incites each of us to think about and plan new travel experiences or even relive, past, joyful ones. With diversity in landscapes, experiences, alternative activities, gastronomy & wine and a culture starting… Top 10 reasons to visit Greece
In the heart of the Peloponnese, hidden under the earth is the miraculous site of Diros Caves. These extraordinary caves, inhabited since Neolithic times have been systematically explored from 1949. The entrance to the caves commences from… Diros Caves : A miracle of Nature
Steeped in history and lapped by the Mediterranean sea, Greece is home to some of the finest ingredients in the world. Sample them in a traditional Greek dish along with a glass of ouzo. Greece… 10 Greek foods you must try in Greece
The Pelican of Mykonos, Cyclades: The Pelican called Petros (Peter) is an integral part of the island of Mykonos and rightfully it has become the mascot of the island. You can get a glimpse of… Peter the Pelican of Mykonos
Day Trip from Thessaloniki Vergina is a small town located in Central Macedonia, Greece just 80 kilometers from Thessaloniki. The site is famous about the archaeological finds discovered by Professor Manolis Andronikos that included tombs… Ideas for a Day Trip from Thessaloniki : Vergina
We have all heard about Santorini; the ultimate Greek Island destination! What is it that makes this island stand out from the rest and perhaps the only one of its kind in the world? The… Why is Santorini so special?
Preparing the ultimate Greek starter does not require the effort it seems to do and will always taste amazing! You will need: 1 1/2 cups strained Greek yogurt 1 lb cucumbers, peeled and seeded 3 tbsp extra… Prepare the perfect Tzatziki
Around the district of “Gods” It is the oldest district in Athens (it is also mentioned as “Gods’ district”) with outstanding scenery. The moment you start walking on its paved narrow lanes you get the… Plaka: the district of Gods
