Victoria Hislop: Honorary Greek Citizen
29/06/2023
“I feel proud whenever I have to show my red [Greek] passport,” quotes Victoria Hislop, award-winning author and now a Greek citizen. She was sworn in as a Greek citizen
What Type of Home Buyer are You?
Knowing what kind of buyer you are may give you an advantage in the market. It will help you get inside the head of real …
The Best Greek Coffee Shops in Greece
You haven’t truly experienced Greece until you’ve sat in a traditional “kafeneion” (coffee shop). In Greece, coffee shops are more than just a quick stopping ...
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Sailing Greece: The Winds of the Mediterranean
28/06/2023
Greece is an ideal country for sailing. It is made up of 7 scattered island groups – namely Crete, the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Ionian, Sporades, Saronic and Eastern Aegean. Each region
Real Estate Prices in Greece Reach Record Highs
26/06/2023
Where Did Real Estate Prices Grow the Most? According to data from the Bank of Greece in the first quarter of this year, the rate of house price growth in
Elephant Cave in Crete
24/06/2023
Where is Crete’s Elephant Cave? The Elephant Cave in Crete is one of the best-known diving sites in Greece. The Elephant Cave is found in the Red Village, which is
Crete’s Preveli Palm Forest
23/06/2023
The palm forest of Preveli is found below the Monastery of Preveli, next to the Kourtaliótiko Gorge. The beach is known for its extensive forest of the Cretan date palm,
Tom Hanks and Barack Obama Visit the Cyclades
23/06/2023
Former President Barack Obama visited famous actors Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson on the island of Antiparos earlier this week. Obama’s touched down on a private flight to the island
5 Inspiring Architecture Studios in Greece
22/06/2023
The following architectural studios were recently ranked by Architizer, one of the most highly reputed real estate critics in Greece, as the most innovative in Greece. The list is defined
The Greek Island of Astypalaia (Astypalea)
22/06/2023
Astypalaia is the most western island in the Dodecanese Islands. Astypalaia has a history that is centuries old, villages with some of the most beautiful white houses in Greece, sunny
Greece’s Inflation Rates Slow
20/06/2023
Greek inflation slowed to 2.8% in May 2023 compared from 3.0% in April 2023, 4.6% in March 2023, and 11.3% in May 2022. This is according to a statement by
Famous Faces of Greece: Lord Byron and the War for Independence
17/06/2023
Lord Byron is one of the most famous narrative poets of the Romantic period and was a philhellene. Philhellene means “lover of Greece.” He was not born with Greek blood
The Greek Island of Symi (Simi)
16/06/2023
Symi (sometimes spelled Simi) is located next to Rhodes Island. It is a hidden gem of the Dodecanese and you will be enchanted by its colorful houses. The port looks
Greece’s Chalki (Halki) Island Produces its own Energy
14/06/2023
Have you heard of Chalki before? Its solar electricity grid is the first of its kind in Greece, and it aims to power the whole island. The solar grid was
Crete’s Vai Palm Tree Forest
14/06/2023
Travel to Crete’s Eastern tip and you will find yourself at Vai’s palm forest. Vai has a colony of 5000 trees of the Phoenix Theophrastus variety that are located very
Greek Tourism Association (EOT) Rating System
13/06/2023
When staying in hotels in Greece, you are probably used to the star rating system, which ranks a hotel based on its amenities, facilities, food, and hospitality. You can expect
Architecture on the Island of Hydra
12/06/2023
Hydra is an island close to Athens, only about an hour away by ferry. Like some of the neighboring islands in the Sporades (Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonisos), it does not allow
Mastic Villages on Chios Island
09/06/2023
The island of Chios is known for its biggest export, mastic. It is sometimes spelled “Mastiha” or “Mastixa.” It is known as the “White Gold of Greece” or “Tears of
Greece’s Meltemi Winds
09/06/2023
“Meltemi” is the name of the winds that typically appear in the Aegean Sea. They are dry and seasonal, and if you have ever been to the Cyclades (think Santorini,
Kalymnos: The Sponge-Divers Island
09/06/2023
The picturesque island of Kalymnos can be found between the islands of Kos and Leros, in the Dodecanese. Visitors come from all over the world to experience its natural beauty,
Greece’s Economic Turnaround
09/06/2023
In a recent report, Barclays analysts said that Greece is poised to go through a “3rd economic megacycle.” In plain English, this means that Greece is poised for a period
Foreign Prospects Buy Off-Plan Greek Villas
08/06/2023
“Great demand for holiday homes in Greece – Which ones do they prefer?” “Country houses: From the… plans foreigners are buying in Greece” “Country Houses: Foreigners are buying from the
Short story: Uwe in Kaloudia
05/06/2023
About the story This is an original translation of the Greek story Ο Ούβε στα Καλούδια by Nikos Houliaras, published in the collection “Μια μέρα πριν, δυο μέρες μετά” (One
Architecture in Rhodes
05/06/2023
Rhodes’s history goes back to the Neolithic period, in 4,000 B.C. It has always been a desirable island because of its location. As a result, Rhodes’s architecture is a
Living Costs in Greece
02/06/2023
You’re thinking about investing in a property in Greece. Everything looks enticing – the Mediterranean Sea, the fresh fish, and the relaxed pace of life are calling. At some point,
Greek Holiday Homes as an Investment
30/05/2023
Have you ever wondered which islands in the Mediterranean offer the best return on investment? An annual review by Algean Property of 30 locations across the Mediterranean region found that
Airbnb Trends in 2023
27/05/2023
The Airbnb market has changed significantly in the past years. As a Greek homeowner, you need to be up to date on the latest changes to the market if you
Village Architecture of Chania, Crete
27/05/2023
The architecture of Chania is unique both to the island of Crete and the country of Greece as a whole. It features influences from Ottoman, Venetian, and local styles. Each
Top 6 Architecture Firms in Greece
26/05/2023
Whether in the Cyclades, the Peloponnese, or in faraway Rhodes, it’s easy to see why Greek architecture is known the world round. It’s simple, charming, and timeless. Each island, region,
Athens Museums Boost Local Real Estate
25/05/2023
In Athens’s Vathis Square district, a new update to the National Archaeological Museum has caused rents to virtually double in the past 5 years. According to data from indomio.gr
