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Greece isn’t all golden beaches and cat-filled tavernas. Here are 10 attractions you wouldn’t expect. Impressions of Switzerland The first prize for the most un-Greek experience in this country of sandy beaches, crystalline waters and sun-bleached landscapes must surely go to the Odontotos (“Toothy”) rack railway, so take a ride on a train that’s more Swiss than Greek. Running for 23km from …
The Greek islands offer Mediterranean turquoise waters, endless sandy beaches, golden sunshine, traditional accommodation, and mouth-watering fresh seafood. Greece has over 5,000 islands and islets giving you a lot of options for your next vacation. Out of all the stunning Greek Islands, here are five that will make your heart skip a beat with their outstanding scenery. Milos Unlike most of the …
The country has made the list of the 20 safest destination countries in the mind of global outbound travellers and according to Freitag, the country can take a lot of advantage from that. “The forecast this year for Greece is good because it is seen as a safe and wonderful place, an ideal holiday country with a fantastic climate,” he told GTP Headlines on …
Lavrion Greece, is a good starting place for a yacht charter tour in the Cyclades island, but whats the history of this place? Laurion lies approximately 50 kilometers (31 miles) south of Athens between Thoricus and Sounion and it was famous in ancient times for its productive mines. Silver, copper, lead and even rare metals have been mined there since the …
With so many islands to choose from and even more beaches to check-out, we are always willing to share one more list announcing “the best beaches” in Greece. The world’s leading travel platform TripAdvisor has just announced the 10 best Greek beaches according to the 2019 Travelers’ Choice Awards, based on reviews by millions of travelers! 1.Balos Lagoon | Kissamos, Greece Turquoise …
In Greece, well-being has a long history. The thermal springs of Greece have alleviated ailments, revitalised and relaxed body and soul for centuries. There are 20 recognised thermal springs in Greece. Here is a pick of the best. 1. Edipsos, Evia The oldest spa in Greece, Edipsos is mentioned in the works of Aristotle and Plutarch. It is possible to …
Discover Greece have released their latest video promoting the country as a tourism destination. The project is part of a new campaign launched by Marketing Greece, a tourism marketing organization founded by the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE). Organizers hope to engage social media users with the hashtags #OhMyGreece and #unlockthefeeling
Warm weather, nature in full bloom and unique customs. Spring in Greece is an experience not to be missed. Spring in Greece The Aegean islands, pared down to naked rock in summer, are a tapestry of thousands of wildflowers and herbs in spring. The valleys and plateaus in the mountains and on Crete are variations on a theme of green, while almond …
Cyclades Sailing; a 14 days Mykonos-Santorini-Milos sailing itinerary. The ultimate plan for the itinerary “Cyclades Sailing”, yet we do recommend that itineraries be kept flexible. Every itinerary is subject to various factors such as weather conditions or a change of heart. As always every pre-planned itinerary, with the exception of the Port of Departure and redelivery, may be altered in consultation …
A new, great distinction for Greece is the “Best Island in Europe for 2019” award. Paros was the island which won the World’s Best Travel Awards. In the category of “Top 10 islands in Europe”, readers rated the islands according to their attractions, their natural landscapes and beaches, their food, their friendliness and their total value, and 6 of the 10 best …
If sailing the blue seas of the Mediterranean sea and specifically Greece is no longer enough, maybe you are in need of your own private hideaway. Now that many of us in the northern hemisphere are beginning to tire of the bleak white/gray/black palette of winter, here comes some great news. You do not have to be a billionaire to …
If you are in need of a sportive excuse to visit the Cyclades islands this year maybe the Cyclades Trail Cup is for you. Sports, nature, and culture will be the focus of this year’s Cyclades Trail Cup (CTC), the running event that aims to promote the Greek Islands as alternative sports tourism destinations. Held for a 4th consecutive year, CTC presents …
