News & Reviews about our Favorite Islands curated & presented by Holiday Skipper Walter Kruk
google_ad_section_start google_ad_section_end The statue from the Neolithic period has continued to puzzle archaeologists, who are still uncertain of its origins in Greece or the sex of the figure. The ‘7,000-year-old enigma’ is currently on display at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. After years of boggling the minds of Greek archaeologists, a 7,000-year-old bird-like statue has been put on display …
CITY OF ATHENS is a non-narrative short film, a portrait of a changing Metropolis from filmmaker and award-winning photographer Alexandros Maragos. The film is a homage to the capital of Greece. It features hyperlapse, timelapse and drivelapse cinematography of the urban area, the skyline and the architecture of “το κλεινόν άστυ” / the glorious city. Shot almost entirely from the highest rooftops, hills, and …
Greece has a long history of bee-keeping and there are more beehives per acre in Greece than any other country in Europe, so it comes as no surprise that Greek honey is considered the best in the world. A wide biodiversity of flora combined with the Aegean summer sun is what helps produce this unique golden nectar. Honey is the …
AddThis Sharing Buttons above ‘The isles of Greece, the isles of Greece, eternal summer gilds them yet…’ Lord Byron was on to something when he waxed lyrical about the Greek islands. But with more than 200 islands to choose from, which one is right for you? After a difficult decision, because of the fact that each island is unique and …
Greeks are preparing to welcome spring by celebrating an ancient annual custom with the Greek traditional bracelets of Martis. Both adults and children adorn themselves with red-and-white bracelets made of thread from March 1 to March 31. It must be threaded the last day of February and the white thread symbolizes purity while the red thread represents life and passion. …
Naxos is big a Greek island located in the Aegean Sea and part of the group of the Cycladic Islands. This favorite touristic destination is an ideal place to visit also during the low season. Its rich history has left a tangible mark that visitors interested in archaeology should take the time to visit. Here are a few of must-see …
If you are planning to visit Greece, there are two things that you should definitely bring with you: a high-quality digital camera to capture breathtaking sceneries and a high-capacity memory card to store as many pictures as you can! The destinations described below are only indicative of the uniqueness of Greek landscapes. Although it is hard to choose, here are …
Your seven days catamaran cruise for €875,- pp sharing a cabin With their cooler climate, abundant olive and cypress trees, and forested mountains, the Ionians (Τα Ιόνια Νησιά) are a lighter, greener variation on the Greek template. Venetian, French and British occupiers have all helped to shape the islands’ architecture, culture, and (excellent) cuisine, and contributed to the unique feel …
Located between Patmos and Kalymnos, Leros is an island of the Dodecanese. The island is relatively small and isolated, well worth discovering. Its position on the Aegean makes it a perfect destination for those wanting to discover more than one island at a time. Our sailing itineraries allow you not only to reach Patmos and Kalymnos, but also the tiny …
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 …
The Greek island of Kalymnos is considered one of the top climbing destinations in the world. It receives 10,000 climbers every year who normally spend about a week on the island.Since climbing is better enjoyed during cooler months, this also means that Kalymnos is a popular Greek offseason destination. Kalymnos is a favorite sports destination for climbing fanatics. With more …
Tourlitis lighthouse which emerges from the water like a strange sea creature is one of the most famous spots in the Aegean island of Andros. It is located at the northernmost extreme of the Cyclades archipelago, just outside the capital city, Chora. This lighthouse was built on a stone column opposite the Venetian Castle of Andros in 1897. It was …
