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The etesians Meltemi winds are a dominant weather influence in the Aegean Basin and have to be considered when chartering a yacht in Greece. What is Meltemi? In a nutshell, the Meltemi is a (very) strong North wind. It is an dry, seasonal wind that appears all over the Aegean but is the strongest in the Cyclades. We call them Meltemi or Meltemia, …
Aiming to attract more tourists this year, the Municipality of Lipsi has launched a beautiful video promoting the area’s tourism offerings and unique natural beauty. Although the video is all in Greek the images are self-explaining. It highlights Lipsi’s traditions, authentic hospitality, and holiday options, and presents stories of locals that we’re charmed by the area and decided to stay. “The captivating …
Not far from the picture-perfect tourist hubs of Santorini and Mykonos, where cruise ships unload tourists by the thousands, sits another Greek island, more rugged but no less remarkable. Ikaria is off the beaten path. Up the winding mountain roads of this isolated isle, you’re likely to notice brightly-painted boxes dotting the landscape. And what’s happening inside those boxes is …
37°44’05.1″N 26°51’54.2″E Pythagoras Samos is a Greek island in the eastern Aegean Sea, separated from Turkey by the mile-wide Mycale Strait. It was the birthplace of mathematician Pythagoras and philosopher Epicurus, and is known for producing sweet Muscat wine. On the southeast coast, the remains of the ancient port of Pythagoreion include the underground Eupalinian aqueduct, built in the 6th …
There is something extra special about Greece over the Easter period, with so many religious festivities taking place and centuries-old traditions and customs coming to life during Greek Orthodox Easter. Holy Week is one of the country’s greatest celebrations, commemorating the Passion of Christ and celebrating His Resurrection on Easter Sunday. Here is our pick of the Top 5 destinations to …
This Dodecanese gem has 20th-century Italian influences as well as the classic repertoire of secret beaches and laid-back tavernas ‘It is an unusual island,” said my friend Yannis, slightly self-consciously. “We are a bit different from our neighbours.” Yannis, a cafe owner, is right: Leros is unusual but in a good way. It is just a few miles from Turkey, …
Greek company Hellenic Seaplanes CEO and founder Nicolas Charalambous met with Patmos Mayor Grigoris Stoikos and Greek-Mexican investor Ricardo Nicolopoulos Farias in Athens, this week to discuss a time frame for the construction of a waterway hub on the Dodecanese island. The possibility of Nicolopoulos Farias joining as an investor in the country’s waterway project was also on the agenda of talks. Nicolopoulos …
Castaway coves, charming tavernas and fairytale castles all await discovery in Secret Greece Greece, with its 6,000 islands scattered over the Ionian and Aegean Seas, lays claim to some of the most idyllic holiday destinations on earth. There is something eternally romantic about sailing into a natural amphitheatre of rocky hills, hugged by whitewashed buildings. And not all islands have …
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 …
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 …
