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If you are pondering a vacation in Greece this summer, wait no longer. Greece has so many diverse aspects that provides something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are a history buff, or prefer a quiet vacation lounging on the beach or maybe you are looking for an alternative extreme sport-filled vacation — whatever your pleasure, Greece is sure to …
With a history as rich and expansive as Greece, it is no surprise that there are countless archaeological sites that you should visit while touring the country. Of course, everyone knows the popular tourist attractions such as the Acropolis and Delphi, but there is much more waiting for you in Greece (of course, they are still included in our list!)… …
If this list doesn’t inspire your next beach holiday, we don’t know what will. Go forth and go island hopping” Ah, the Greek islands. Is there any place in the world that seems as blessed by the gods? Home to some 6,000 islands, with only 227 actually inhabited, its crystalline blue waters, bleached white sand and scorching hot summers have made …
The Flisvos Marina, located in southern Athens, has been awarded the 5 Gold Anchors Platinum distinction by the Gold Anchor Scheme. It is the most prestigious international distinction for a marina. In a ceremony at the Maritime Navigation Museum in Greece on Saturday, the Flisvos Marina was one of just two mega-yacht marinas in Europe to receive the prestigious award. …
A beautiful escape that you don’t want to miss out on is to the Gerakas Lagoon and Gerakas village. Just 20 km north of Monemvasia town, this lake or lagoon is beyond picturesque and offers many activities for those visiting. This lagoon is nothing short of a fairytale — with traditional houses dotted throughout, not to mention the calm …
The beautiful and magical ambiance of the town of Monemvasia, as well as the surrounding area of Laconia, is a romantic and secret getaway that you have to see to believe! Not many people who visit Greece are aware of the vast variety of historical Monemvasia, a Byzantine and Venetian fortress-town, that is located on the slope of a large …
Twenty-one new routes, including Athens-Marrakech, Corfu-London, Mykonos-Bordeau, and Thessaloniki-Dublin, will be added in Ryanair’s Greek summer program of 2019. More specifically, the summer program of the airline for the new year includes more than 120 routes in total, which will carry 6.1 million passengers per year from 9 airports operating in Greece. In Athens, 5 new routes: Catania (2 weekly …
Winning tip: Hiking in Amorgos, Cyclades As well as the azure bays and its role in Luc Besson’s The Big Blue, Amorgos is also renowned for its hiking trails, which not only connect the island’s villages but also provide access to ecclesiastical and natural landmarks. Start at Hora, the capital of the island, and walk towards the landmark of Amorgos, …
The city of Mystras, the historic place where the last Byzantine emperor was crowned, now sits abandoned on the steep slopes of the Taygetus Mountains that tower over the Laconian plain. The ruins that remain transport visitors through a breathtaking, finely preserved medieval Byzantine city. The imposing fortress of Villehardouin crowns the highest point of the city and possesses the …
.entry-header The video has picked up numerous awards in the past six months .entry-excerpt The multi-awarded winning video “Greece-A365-Day Destination” received yet another distinction after it was awarded the second world destination prize and the first prize in Europe at the Golden City Gate festival of tourist films in Berlin, in the framework of the ITB International Tourism Fair, where …
The profound geological changes in Greece and throughout the Mediterranean sometimes resulted in the submergence of entire settlements. On your next visit to Greece explore the following submerged cities by swimming or diving amidst the streets and monuments of a former mainland. In Greece from the prehistoric to the early Byzantine era, numerous submerged ancient sites were found beneath the …
Looking for an extra special summer experience? Why not combine a yacht holiday with a visit to ancient theater of Epidaurus. Festival art director Vangelis Theodoropoulos noted that this year Epidaurus Festival’s schedule was released before that of the Athens Festival to ensure it gets in the hands of visitors from abroad on time. The performances begin on June 29 and …
