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24/02/2018

BIG PRESPA

With lakes, wetlands, water buffalo, hundreds of species of birds and dozens of fish, the Prespa National Park is one of the most important ecosystems in Greece.

Located on the border with Albania and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), it’s a destination that merits much exploration.

A boat ride on Great Prespa Lake is definitely a highlight: 22 percent of the expanse belongs to Greece, 60 percent to FYROM and 18 percent to Albania.

Boats set sail from Psarades, the only Greek village on the lake.

Tours take from 20 minutes to an hour and are conducted by the boatmen themselves.

Keep your eyes open for the religious paintings on isolated rocks marking the old retreats of hermits

21/02/2018

VOVOUSA

Less than 50 people live all year round in this village, perched at an altitude of 1,000m on Mt Pindos, and they’re separated by an old stone bridge.

Yet for the past three years they have come together in the summer to organize the Vouvousa Festival, a social and cultural event that has attracted a growing number of holidaymakers away from the beach, with photography exhibitions, concerts under the stars, yoga at dawn, riverside camping, truffle hunts in the forest and much, much more, all inspired by the notion of sustainable development.

18/02/2018

MT OLYMPUS

You no longer need to pray to the 12 ancient Greek gods for divine guidance on the right path up to the mythical Mt Olympus, thanks to the brand-new, hi-tech Olympus National Park information center.

Whether you are a climber or hiker, or want to master your knowledge of flora and fauna, a team of experts is there to support you.

You can always make a virtual ascent or ask the experienced eco-guides to give you a free tour.

Zeus is unlikely to fire a thunderbolt at you, but if you are in need there are six emergency and eight well-equipped shelters (with quality restaurants, beds and blankets)

15/02/2018

CHRYSI

This exotic uninhabited islet off Crete’s southeastern coast, known also as Gaidouronisi, boasts sparkling azure bathing waters, beaches of fine white sand and age-old cedars.

Back in the day, Chrysi was a popular hippie destination, but a daily ferry service from Ierapetra during the summer has turned it into a mass tourism attraction, admittedly spoiling its pristine landscape with dozens of beach bars, tavernas and rows upon rows of sun loungers and umbrellas.

Nevertheless, development has been relatively mild, and Chrysi still retains some of its Eden-like charm.

12/02/2018

SOUTHERN RETHYMNO PREFECTURE

Sand hills, palm trees and endless walks in dense ground give the southern part of Rethymno prefecture a sense of an African landscape.

But then comes the sound of the waves.

While the northern part of Crete is following the latest trends and the middle mountainous areas mastering local gastronomy, time stands still in the southern part of Rethymno.

Swim by Triopetra (a triangular shaped cave), meditate on a yoga beach or roll on the sandhills of Aghios Pavlos.

Despite being a tourist favorite, the exotic beauty of Preveli palm beach will leave you breathless.

09/02/2018

KALYMNOS

When it comes to rock climbing, Kalymnos rocks.

Flanked by Kos and Leros, the island of natural sponges is now considered to be the world’s best sport-climbing destination.

If you have a good head for heights, you may just be one of the 10,000 or so climbers who comes every year to enjoy the good quality rocks and 3,000 routes (the Aegialis sport route is the most photographed in the world), which are organized in an exemplary way and follow a range of safety measures.

Pull on your climbing shoes – but be sure you also pack a pair of flip flops so you can take a break at the beach.

06/02/2018

LESVOS – GREEK HOSPITALITY AT ITS FINEST

The island that has become associated with the refugee crisis worldwide has succeeded nevertheless in retaining its charm as tourism destination.

It has wonderful landscapes, a few excellent museums and is the home of ouzo.

Lesvos’ most important asset is its people, some of whom were nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for the warmth and hospitality they have extended to refugees.

03/02/2018

ALONISSOS

Mix pine trees with Aegean waters and you get Alonissos. Travelers who like being off the beaten path, rejoice: this is your eco-friendly heaven.

Share it peacefully with hundreds of endangered species – such as Monachus monachus, the Mediterranean monk seal, which are born in the island’s sea caves.

If you do come, be sure you bring your own tote bag.

The local community is 90 percent plastic-bag free and this eco-awareness has spread to visitors as well.

The island is home not only to the largest protected marine park in Europe but also to the largest Greek underwater archaeological site.

Chances are good that, later this year, divers will be exploring a newly established underwater museum.

31/01/2018

KYTHERA

All the beauty of the Peloponnese can be found encapsulated on this island off the peninsula’s southeastern tip.

It has great beaches like Kaladi and Halkos, pretty cobbled alleys in the main town of Hora, traditional cafés and seafood restaurants where you can dine on fresh lobster, and, of course, located above the village of Milopotamos, the famous Neraida Waterfall, named after the fabled fairies some believe still frolic among the age-old plane trees.

28/01/2018

MESSINIA

An under-the-radar destination until very recently, Messinia started to compete with Mykonos and Santorini thanks to Costa Navarino, home to two five-star, luxury hotels and Greece’s premier golf destination, featuring two 18-hole signature courses.

Warmed by the southwest Peloponnese’s sunshine with white powder-like sand and crystal-clear waters, you will experience an archaeological safari while driving through the olive groves: from the ancient city of Messini head off to the recently conserved Nestor’s Palace and walk in the fields of the glorious Griffin Warrior, who was stirred from his slumber in 2015.

22/01/2018

HYDRA – A HAVEN FOR THE STARS

People are still leaving flowers outside the house where Leonard Cohen once spent his holidays, and this summer, the municipality is organizing a series of tributes and events dedicated to the celebrated singer for an international gathering of his fans.

Cohen, however, was not the island’s only aficionado: princesses, top models, fashion designers and the art elite have all embraced the small Saronic island, which is not inundated by hotels, for its elegant simplicity.

As cars are forbidden, transport duties are carried out by donkeys, mules and small fishing boats.

19/01/2018

ANTIPAROS

Just a stone’s throw from the popular Cyclades holiday destination of Paros, this small island that was a punk-rocker haven in 1970s, has acquired a new sophistication after its discovery by Hollywood star Tom Hanks.

Laidback campers now rub shoulders with jet-setters sailing into the island on luxury yachts, staying at rented villas and eating at fancy restaurants.

The islet of Despotiko, an archaeological site, is a must-see.

To reach Antiparos, fly or take a ferry to Paros and take a boat either from Parikia port or from Pounta.

16/01/2018

TINOS

Tinos spent decades in the shadow of the Cycladic island cluster’s most popular destination – Mykonos – and was known mainly as a pilgrimage site for the Church of the Panaghia, dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

Its reputation has undergone a massive turnaround in the past few years, however, and today it’s becoming the place to be, thanks to its many beautiful traditional villages, its local winemakers producing fine organic like Volacus, and cultural events such as Tinos Food Paths and the Tinos World Music Festival.

13/01/2018

Thessaloniki
Greece’s second-largest city and the capital city of the Macedonian region of Northern Greece. Lively festivals, social events and a buzzing nightlife make this city the cultural capital of Greece.

10/01/2018

Meteora Monasteries.

One of the most unusual things to see in Greece has to be the Thessaly Plain where bizarre rocky outcrops are capped by the centuries-old monasteries of Meteora.

07/01/2018

Delphi

On the Greek mainland, Delphi is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

04/01/2018

Mykonos. Greece's most glamorous island destination...

01/01/2018

Acropolis Museum, Athens

Opened in 2009, the Acropolis Museum is now one of Athens' most-visited tourist attractions.

29/12/2017

Santorini

The most dramatic of all the Greek islands, Santorini is best known for the cliff-top towns of Fira and Oia, which lie on the west coast, overlooking the deep, blue sea-filled caldera.

26/12/2017

Greek Islands

The beautiful and exotic Greek islands lure droves of tourists every year, making them one of the world’s top travel destinations.

With more than 2,000 islands to choose from they may initially be bewildered by their number and variety. From gorgeous beaches, ancient ruins, colorful harbors and active volcanoes the Greek islands have it all.

Part of the Cyclades group, Santorini is among the most picturesque islands and definitely one of the best places to visit in Greece.

Also part of the Cyclades, Mykonos features a modern, cosmopolitan society blended with traditional whitewashed houses and maze-like streets.

Located in the Aegean Sea near the coast of Turkey, Rhodes is the capital and largest island of the Dodecanese archipelago, popular for its great beaches and historical significance.

The northernmost of Greece’s Ionian Islands, Corfu was controlled by many foreign powers, notably the Venetians and British, which is reflected in its culture and the architecture on the island.

23/12/2017

Athens

Inhabited for more than 3,000 years, Athens is widely known as the cradle of Western civilization and the birthplace of democracy.

The city presents a confusing blend of historical and modern features.

Athens is famous for its archaeological ruins and monuments such as the famous Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Ancient Agora and the Theatre of Dionysos just to name a few.

However, Athens is not just about ancient ruins. This bustling city is also an important center for business, culture and nightlife.

20/12/2017

Cape Sounion

Situated at the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula, Cape Sounion is best known as the site of the ruins of the ancient Greek temple of Poseidon, the god of the sea.

17/12/2017

Meteora

The Greek word meteora means “suspended in the air,” and this phrase aptly describes the spectacular cliffs that rise more than 1,200 feet (366 meters) into the air overlooking the villages of Kalambaka and Kastraki in the north central mainland of Greece.

What makes these cliffs even more inspiring are the historic monasteries perched along the summits.

Dating back to the 14th and 16th centuries, the monasteries at Meteora were built by monks seeking spiritual isolation and freedom from religious persecution.

14/12/2017

Delphi

Second to the Acropolis in Athens, Delphi is Greece’s most popular archaeological site.

Located about two and half hours from Athens along the slopes of the awe-inspiring Mount Parnassus, Delphi was once revered by the ancient Greeks as the center of the earth.

Dedicated to the god, Apollo, Delphi was an important oracle.

In ancient times, people would come to this sacred spot to inquire of the priestess for advice on a wide range of topics from farming to relationships and politics.

Significant ruins and structures at Delphi include the Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Treasury, the theater and hippodrome that once hosted events of the ancient Pythian Games.

11/12/2017

Peloponnese

Shaped much like a large leaf, Peloponnese was traditionally called Morea, which means mulberry leaf.

Located in the southernmost region of both Europe and Greece, Peloponnese is a wide peninsula connected to the mainland by the Rio-Antirrio bridge.

Interspersed with classical Greek temples, Venetian fortresses, Byzantine churches and Mycenaean palaces, Peloponnese echoes the ancient cultures and events from its extensive history.

Among these ancient ruins is Olympia, where the first Olympic Games were hosted in honor of Zeus.

08/12/2017

Halkidiki. A trident-like peninsula near the city of Thessaloniki, sporting excellent beaches.

The three separate peninsulas can be roughly summarized as follows: Kassandra has the nightlife, Sithonia has the beaches and Athos has the monks.

Being closest to Thessaloniki, Kassandra is more built-up, while the more quiet Sithonia has campgrounds, hidden coves and clear waters.

05/12/2017

Zagori.

A region of great natural beauty, with striking geology and two national parks, in northwestern Greece.

02/12/2017

Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is Greece’s second-largest city and the capital city of the Macedonian region of Northern Greece.

Lively festivals, social events and a buzzing nightlife make this city the cultural capital of Greece.

29/11/2017

Crete

The largest of the Greek islands, Crete is a spacious land of pleasing contrasts where landscapes range from stunning coastline to rugged mountains and rolling countryside dotted with olive trees.

Bustling metropolitan cities spread beyond to quiet villages centered around outdoor coffee shops.

Steeped in history, Crete still bears archaeological traces of the many civilizations that inhabited it down through the centuries.

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