I caught my first glimpse of Mykonos when I was 7 years old, as my godfather was working at the airforce unit in the settlement of Ano Mera. Summer memories flood my mind…Daily swim in the clear blue waters of Merchia beach, Sunday visit at the Monastery of the Virgin Mary of Tourliani, daily play in the square of Ano Mera with local children, family food in the traditional tavern of Mathios in Tourlos and endless walks in the stone-built alleys of the island… Read more
Greece, a colorful place, full of nature, culture and beauty, boasts a vast network of cycling routes in the mountains, islands, plains and coastlines, making cycling an exciting experience. However, it also has certified destinations, certified hotels, travel agencies, and cycling companies to serve cyclists. Read more
Greece is a paradise for the intrepid explorer with crystal blue waters lapping at the golden sands of sun-drenched islands. With an incredibly diverse landscape, the Greek countryside contains villas, olive groves as well as a few surprises. Incredible caves are dotted across the Greek landscape – and they’re surprisingly accessible. Read more
There are moments in life where you are left in a state of awe! One of those moments was caught by a friend of ours, Dimitri Pantazopoulos on his recent trip on Mount Olympus. Take a few minutes and enjoy his video on the mountain of the Gods.
Incredible sights, exotic destinations, passionate people, and turquoise waters can be a great source of inspiration for artists. This is what drives writers to Greek Islands. It’s enough to say that many western writers such as Lawrence Durrell, and Henry Miller, to name a few, went to Greece in their pursuit of literary inspiration. Read more
The summer high season is drawing to a close in the Dodecanese, the white sea daffodils blooming in the sand, and I’m excited because one of the best times is about to begin. Read more
Is a journey to the inhabited islands of the Aegean consisting of a historiography of emblematic individuals, represented through images and accompanying texts, with the aim of preserving and commemorating the true essence of each island. Read more
Antisamos BeachPacked with rugged landscapes and sandy coves, Kefalonia is an idyllic island where most holidaymakers simply feel their troubles melt away. Although many holidaymakers think that all the Greek islands are similar, each has its own unique identity and culture. So, if you’re thinking of booking a holiday to Greece later in 2020 or 2021, here’s a rundown of the three features Kefalonia is most known for. Read more
MilosThe Acropolis? Mykonos? Both are unforgettable, but even in the crazy summer of 2020 if you go there you won’t be alone. So here’s looking at you, (relative) solitude. Yes, social distancing is now the new must and masks are the necessary new fashion “essential,” but none of that means places that you would think might be crowd-free will be empty. But Greece has many beautiful places that haven’t been made famous by Instagram—at least, not yet. So why not clear one hurdle from start by going to places that were never crowded to begin with? Here are seven crowd-free alternatives to some of Greece’s tourist hotspots: Read more
Greece is the country that gave us Socrates, Pythagoras, Aristotle, Plato, and Thales. Today, Greece is still a bastion of educational achievements. Suppose you’re looking to enroll in a university in the country or are just fascinated by the Greek educational system. In that case, this post covers the top five Greek universities for a professional degree. Read more