The history of Serifos is linked to the mines, remnants of which are still vivid to the island and function as a travel-machine back to a glorious but also harsh past. Its harbors have been formed as loading stations of its minerals, while the whole social and economic life of the island is intertwined with …
The island of mines, with 72 beaches and endless trails, is characterized by introversion, raw tourism, a land full of history and has its own distinct Cycladic air. Serifos is made of iron and granite and is the wildest of the Cyclades. Despite its barren character, the way the deep blue Aegean Sea embraces Serifos, …
Anafiotika In the very center of Athens, an absolute “blue” getaway is the alleys of Anafiotika -a handful of Cycladic houses on the northern-east side of the sacred rock of the Acropolis- which are part of the old historical neighborhood of Plaka and reminds a quiet walk in a Cycladic island. Historically, during the kingship …
Most foreign visitors to Halkidiki, a popular destination in the northern Greece, don’t know Ammouliani exists, but for the residents of Thessaloniki in general and Halkidiki in particular, it is a well-guarded secret. The mass tourism has left Ammouliani mostly untouched, its residents are warm and welcoming, and the rhythms of the island have remained …
Wine is not just a trend. It is passion, joy, friends or even loneliness. Athens loves the good wine and in almost every corner of its center, it has wonderful wine bars that bring the scents of the world and especially of the Greek vineyard to your glass. Discover all of them, one by one! …
You will not go to Mykonos for peaceful holidays. You will go to party, dance until the morning, drink, see and be seen and spend “cosmopolitan” holidays. You will of course visit the glamorous beaches on Mykonos, where the celebrities and crowds mingle under the glistening sun, enjoying the glorious blue skies and the crystal waters …
«Monocle», «Vogue», «New York Times», are just some of the numeral international media that are suggesting and acclaiming the Koukaki area, as a wonderful retro-style neighborhood to wander! Situated south of the Acropolis and Mount Filopapou and bordered by Syngrou Avenue to the south and the beautiful pedestrian avenue of Dionissiou Areopagitou to the north, …
Paxi, actually a cluster of islands, the biggest of which are Paxos and Antipaxos, are the ideal destination for popular and organized or tranquil and almost naturalist beaches, marvelous waters and magical coasts! The islands are ideal for beach explorations with a sailing boat or a yacht, as their coastline is laced with around 40 …
Some of the most beautiful beaches of the world that you have definitely see above Greek postcards capturing the unique Mediterranean Caribbean! So, if you’re looking for a beach holiday, the exotic waters of Lefkada island in the Ionian Sea are hard to beat. The west coast is home to long stretches of sandy beach …
Undeveloped for mass tourism, hidden coves and white shores, emerald sea, lush green vegetation, pebbled beaches and a hilly overview form the scenery of the “Ionian gem”, namely the island of Ithaka. Known for its beautiful crystal waters, the beaches of Ithaca are ranging from deep blue to light turquoise, ideal for diving and exploring …
For those thinking that a small island has a limited number of swimming choices, well then Antiparos is here to prove you are wrong! Calm waters with golden sandy beaches, vertical crags with caves exposed to the open sea and the winds, exploration and hidden paradises are here to cover the most demanding swimming preferences! …
The island of Antiparos combines beauty with history and archaeological interest that martyr all over the world the unique Cycladic Civilization. It is, thus, an obligatory gift to yourself to visit: The Cave Enchanting and imposing, the Antiparos Cave has been known since the ancient times, as proven by the Stone Age archaeological findings and …
The truth is that the island of Antiparos was one of those islands that the artists and free-spirited entrepreneurs went to when the islands they had discovered, like Mykonos, Santorini, Ios, and Paros became much-frequented and saturated by tourists and the rents became unaffordable. It is still one of those unspoiled islands, ideal for those …
The Acropolis Museum and the Benaki Museum in Athens are among the world’s 41 most incredible museums to visit before you die, according to the online edition of UK newspaper The Telegraph. The list was compiled by The Telegraph’s experts. Acropolis Museum As noted in the article, the Acropolis Museum — inaugurated in June 2009 …
Luckily for visitors to Greece and Athens, experiencing the home of Ancient Greek culture can be surprisingly high-tech. If you’re equipped with a smartphone, it can be even easier to find the best things to do in Athens, and make the most of your vacation in Greece. Here are some apps to help you have …
The Ivory Bull-leaper and the Bull-leaping Fresco from Knossos The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion on Crete was recently honored with a Special Commendation at the annual European Museum of the Year Awards (EMYA), held by the European Museum Forum (EMF) in Zagreb, Croatia. The EMYA Judges praised the museum for presenting a cutting-edge interpretation of the …
Greece’s National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) in Athens is included on The Guardian’s list of the top ten new museum openings around the world in 2017. “History, art and design will be celebrated in their many forms, and disciplines, at new institutions from Paris to Los Angeles and London to Cape Town”, the British …
The Olympia Golden Beach Resort & Spa, located in the region of Ilia in western Peloponnese, once again received the Travelife Gold Award for applying and further promoting sustainable development practices. The company succeeded in meeting the requirements of the Travelife certification system, by using environmentally friendly products, by adopting recycling practices and by constantly educating its employees …
The European Environment Agency (EEA) announced in its report released on May, that the waters at beaches across Greece meet excellent bathing water quality standards, meaning they were free from pollutants harmful to human health and the environment. According to the report which covers bathing water locations across the EU, Albania and Switzerland, Greece is …
NJV Athens Plaza, located in the heart of Athens, recently received the “We do local” certification, after successfully adopting the initiative’s proposed standards to better promote local hospitality and culture. According to an announcement, the hotel was certified for supporting local producers and the economy and for actively contributing to the protection of the environment and the promotion of …
