The Magical Kithira Watermills in Neraida Ravine

Travelers reaching the picturesque village of Mylopotamos in Kithira are spellbound by the beauty and dazzling landscapes all around. The area seems like it has been left untouched by the toll of time and modernity. This is definitely an extraordinary place to be and a little further from Mylopotamos another surprise lies ahead. It is …

A Hidden Green and Blue Paradise: Ammouliani Island in Chalkidiki

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 …

Best Greek Islands for Couples

Are you in love? Planning your next getaway with your significant other? Well, Greece is the perfect destination by all means! But where exactly? The truth is that Greek islands are widely considered romantic ad idyllic for sensational vacations. Their picturesque villages and breathtaking views, the impressiv natural landscapes and the mrvelous crystalline waters, the …

Petousis: An Old Jewel in Folegandros

Although Petousis is now abandoned, in the past this settlement has flourished with life. This is one of the oldest settlements in Folegandros, famous for its wild beauty and unspoiled landscapes. It is located in the southeastern part of the island, offering exquisite views to the Aegean. If you are wondering if its location is …

Achilleion Palace Corfu: Romance Overflows

Achilleion Palace is one of the most impressive royal mansions of Europe. It is located in Corfu, a superb island of the Ionian Sea. Just 10 kilometers from the town, the palace is in Gastouri. This wonderful iconic landmark of Corfu was built by two Italians in 1890s. Empress Elisabeth of Austria ordered this imposing …

Anavatos Chios: Towering History

Perched on the edge of a conical cliff, Anavatos Chios is an imposing landmark of the island. Less than 20 kilometers from Chios Town, this Byzantine village adds distinct color to the wider area. From the medieval times till now, it has remained an awe-inspiring attraction. Two gorges surround the village, offering fresh water. Approximately …

Leonard Cohen and Hydra: A Never-Ending Love Story

Who would have thought in the 1960s that Leonard Cohen and Hydra would both become so famous? He was a young writer and poet, in search of his own identity. Hydra was a bohemian paradise, known only to those lucky enough to discover it. After spending some time in rainy London, the Canadian artist decided …

Monemvasia the Gibraltar of Greece

Monemvasia is a Gibraltar-like rocky island off the east coast of the Peloponnese in the prefecture of Laconia, in Greece, and it actually constitutes a medieval fortress with a town next to it. The island is about 300 meters wide and a kilometer long, and rises in a plateau, a hundred metres above sea level. …

Celebrating Carnival in Crete!

Every year in Rethymno, for almost a whole month, the city plays host to a succession of fun-filled celebrations, bringing together locals and visitors who participate in this carnival because they love to enjoy every moment of their lives. You will see groups of people sitting together in traditional cafés (kafeneia) drinking “tsikoudiá” (raki), tasting …