The Venetian Olive Grove in Lefkada

On the outskirts of Lefkada Town, lush greenery creates the most idyllic scenery. The island is verdant, due to the supreme weather conditions and abundant rainfall throughout the year. This is why the islanders have turned to viticulture from early on. Similarly, they have also engaged in the cultivation of olive trees. The latter has …

Protomagia 2018: Celebrating Flowers & International Workers’ Day

Have you ever been to Greece during Protomagia or May 1st? Well, this is a wonderful day all over the country. Not only do locals pay tribute to the workers, who have fought for human rights. This is aninternational celebration, which is absolutely respected in Greece. In fact, there are several events taking place in …

Alonissos island is promoting sustainable tourism!

It’s been already 5 years that the Greek island of Alonissos in the Northern Sporades has started a serious “going green” effort by rejecting the plastic and adopting the paper and cloth instead. The Alonissos municipality teamed up with the Mediterranean SOS Network and MOm (the Hellenic Society for the Study and Protection of the …

Truffle hunting at Meteora!

The Natural History Museum of Kalambaka & Mushroom Museum have launched the exciting activity of “Truffle Hunting” ! Accompanied by mushroom specialists and hikers,you are given the opportunity to explore the breathtaking natural scenery of Meteora and learn about mushrooms! Following the “mushroom hunt” is lunch time, during which you will prepare your own Truffle Spaghetti in …

Diros Caves : A miracle of Nature

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 the beach and their exploration takes place on a boat which roams though the cave’s many passages, giving you time …