Travel guide publisher Lonely Planet has released its annual list of top European destinations to visit in 2016, naming the southern Greek region of the Peloponnese as its Number 1 choice. “Now more than ever the Peloponnese is the perfect destination for absorbing traditional Greek life, compelling history and inspiring landscapes,” Lonely Planet says on …
On Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th May all of the wineries Wine Producers Association of the Vineyard of Attica will be open to the public for free and invite all of those who have a passion for art of wine on a journey of aromas and flavors. Some of the activites that are taking place …
Here are the best custom-made experiences so you can make most of the city of Athens! Must- See Attractions : The Parthenon Even if you only have one day, it really is worthwhile to venture up to the Sacred Rock and admire the most influential and well-preserced example of Greek Classical architecture in person. How …
We present to you three magical routes tha take in delightful villages, breathtaking beaches and enchanting landscapes on this big hospitable island of Crete. From Heraklion On the road to Phaistos, make the first stop at the Idaia Gi women’s association in Gergeri, where you’ll find you can pick up flavorful rusks, biscuits and jams. …
In a colourful Athenian shop, tucked away near Monastiraki station, at 2 Aghias Theklas Street, and opposite Monastiraki-Square you will find one of the most legendary sandal makers of Athens, Melissinos Family. Since 1920 this family of expert sandal makers have been providing stylish made-to-fit leather sandals for celebrities and those in the know. Squeeze …
Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece, located in the North part of the country. For more than 2.300 years it has been a histoic crossroad between the West and the East, a “co-reigning” city during the Byzantine Empire and a “co-capital” in the modern Greek state. Thessaloniki keeps you for an abundance of …
At this time of year the Archaeological Sites of Greece are at their best, combined with the pleasant weather and are ideal for a day tour if you are staying in Athens. They are great tour destinations weather you are travelling alone or with family. Tegea : A renovated site of historical interest3 A couple …
When is the best time to visit Santorini many ask. Well that is a very interesting question indeed! The answer is quite simple: It is always a good time to visit Santorini depending on your flavor! Check out the brief guide bellow on when it would be best to visit Santorini according to the type …
New ferry connections to the Greek islands are always good news for travelers and locals alike. Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos, the islands that belong to the Sporades complex, will be connected on a daily basis with the port of Thessaloniki. Hellenic Seaways announced that Flying Cat 4, a high speed ferry with a 440 passenger …
Transavia, a sister low-cost company of Dutch air carrier KLM, introduced 13 new routes in its flight schedule for, Two of these flights connect once per week the Greek island of Rhodes with the two biggest cities of France, the Paris and Lyon. These direct flights will run for the following period Rhodes – Paris …
The National Archeological Museum is celebrating its 150th birthday in 2016. As this is one of Athens’ most important museums, the celebrations for this pivotal anniversary have taken many forms. The special photography exhibition “People among the splendid ruins of Athens from the 19th to the 20th century” is one of them. Housed at the …
Get an impression of he highlights of Santorini and get a feeling of how big is the island of Santorini really is in the amazing video below! Source: 《NPro+》Santorini from the sky in 4K－DJI Phantom 3 from NPro+ Aerial Production on Vimeo.
It is the most unusual yet the most significant memento a traveler can bring home from his holidays: a pet. The rise in the number of visitors that adopt a cat during their vacation in Greece has been noticed in the past couple of years. If you travel to the Greek islands you will definitely …
Did you know that you can learn about the ancient Egyptian civilization in the heart of Athens? Many visitors of the National Archeological Museum of Athens are surprised as they enter the halls of the Egyptian collection. Statues, figurines, vases, funerary caskets, jewelry and Fayum portraits cover different period of the Egyptian civilization. A wide …
During your stay in Greece you will certainly have at least one encounter a Greek cat. Either a solo feline or a coloful colony of cats will catch the attention of your photographic lens in Athens, the Greek countryside or on an island. If you love cats, as I do, do not be afraid to …
Yet another airline expands its direct flights to Greece for the summer of 2016. Volotea introduced 3 Greek islands to its flight schedule, in particular Santorini, Mykonos and the islands of Corfu. The Spanish air-carrier will be flying to Greece from May 2016, connecting different Mediterranean destinations. According to Volotea’s announcement these include the following …
Get an impression of he highlights of Santorini and get a feeling of how big is the island of Santorini really is in the amazing video below! Source: 《NPro+》Santorini from the sky in 4K－DJI Phantom 3 from NPro+ Aerial Production on Vimeo.
The following list is made of Greek islands each one of have a something special to offer to those who visit during Easter time. 1. Santorini – For spending Easter at the most spectacular scenery in the world. 2. Syros – For the most alternative Easter 3. Corfu – For a musical Easter 4. Patmos …