Mount Koziakas is an imposing mountain. In fact, it reaches 1900 meters in altitude. It is located in Trikala on the southern part of Pindos. The mountain is part of European NATURA 2000 project, attracting nature enthusiasts from Greece and the world. Have you wondered what it feels like to touch the sky? Are you …
Ikaria is a small island of North Aegean, world renowned as being one of the Blue Zones. This means that at least one out of three inhabitants live through the age of 90. This is definitely impressive! As expected, the phenomenon of longevity in Ikaria has raised global attention. Eventually, the Ikarian diet was questioned. …
Karystos is a picturesque city on the island of Evia. It has been inhabited for many centuries, with its history dating back to the Middle Ages. Amongst its finest attractions, in Karystos we find two imposing castles. These Karystos castles reflect influences from the Byzantine and the Venetian rulers. Of course, they have passed through …
The Old Town, the Palace of the Grand Master and the Valley of Butterflies, the archaeological site of Lindos and plenty of beaches will catch your eye in Rhodes. We have already referred to the top things to do on the island. But when is the best time to visit Rhodes? As an island, the …
Crete is the largest island of Greece and offers unforgettable experiences to all travelers. It is a place filled with unspoiled natural beauty and amazing landscapes. Cretan hospitality is world renowned and the same goes for the local gastronomy. So it is only fair that visitors from all over the world flock the island, for …
Mykonos, the island of the winds where all jet-setters and celebrities have fallen in love! A jewel of the Aegean, boasting its traditional architecture with the whitewashed houses and the iconic landscapes! Are you planning a trip to Mykonos? Whether you are staying for a couple of days or you are about to enjoy long, …
Now that we have established that Athens is an all-year-round destination, how about checking out the top 10 things to do in Athens? We have gathered the major sights and attractions, as well as fantastic experiences you should not miss out. It goes without even saying that Athens is a fabulous place. The more you …
The cosmopolitan aura of Mykonos attracts thousands of travelers per year from all over the world. Who hasn’t dreamt of dancing on the beachfront, with the sounds of the latest hits? Or maybe soaking under the sun at one of the most popular beaches of the island? However, is Mykonos an all-year-round destination? As is …
Rhodes is actually the largest island of Dodecanese, world renowned for its rich history and culture, the amazing landscapes and the fabulous points of interest. It would take more than a few weeks to get to know Rhodes. Discovering each attraction and hidden treasure would require a lot of time. But isn’t Rhodes perfect for …
Traditionally, on the second weekend of September the locals on the island of Spetses celebrate a magnificent event. This is what is going to happen in Spetses Armata 2017! One of the emblematic victories of the Greek army and navy is praised in all its glory. And the spectacle will blow your mind, should you …
Crete, one of the finest destinations all around the world for experiences that stay with you for a lifetime! Although Crete attracts thousands of travelers every year, it can be chaotic due to its size. Where should you go first, what should you include in your bucket list? To avoid confusion, we have created a …
Santorini is a world renowned destination, attracting millions of travelers from every part of the world. The lunar shaped beaches, the unique architecture and the majestic aura of the volcano place Santorini among the top options in every travel enthusiast’s bucket list. But once you have finally fulfilled your wish, which are the top things …
Athens is the ultimate all-year-round destination, composing the dream of each traveler. Be it summer, spring, winter or autumn, you should visit Athens. This emblematic city will steal your heart away and offer you an unforgettable holiday experience. Combining the past with the present, Athens will fascinate you not only with its history. It will …
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 …
Andreas Mandrinos, Secretary General, Thessaloniki Hotels Association; Konstantinos Tornivoukas, Vice President; Aristotle Thomopoulos, President; Stefan Merkenhof, Managing Consultant, GBR Consulting Thessaloniki is winning over the crowds thanks to the experiences it offers, hotel satisfaction and consistency in its services, according to a survey presented by the Thessaloniki Hotels Association and GBR Consulting at the Holiday …
The Halkidiki peninsula is once again at the top of the “Blue Flags” list for 2017 in Greece, as 71 of its beaches were awarded in recognition of their cleanness, water quality, organization, safety and services, environmental management and protection. Ouranoupoli, Porto Carras, Armenistis, Marmaras, Kriopigi, Fourka, Nea Moudania and Sani are just some of the …
Long before the Ancient Greeks located to Philippi, there was a Neolithic settlement that was discovered in the last decades, next to water springs, at Dikili-Tas (Orthopetra), lying 2km east of the ancient city. This settlement in the prehistoric dark millennia can be considered as a distant ancestor of the city of historical times. Life …
Panagia Paraportiani The chapel of Panagia (Virgin Mary) Paraportiani is one of the most famous churches of Mykonos, located in the town of Chora, in the neighborhood of Kastro. Its name literally means “Our Lady of the Side Gate” in Greek, as it is positioned near the main harbor entrance in the side gate of …
A new project that aims to keep travellers interested in visiting and returning to the Zagori region was recently presented at the office of the European Parliament in Athens by the University Research Institute of Applied Communication (URIAC) of the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens and the Zagori Excellence Network – ZEN. Titled the …
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 …