Best Desserts in Greece
02/12/2023
One of the amazing parts of eating in Greece is the delicious dessert. Greece has a great variety, from baklava, to halva, to frozen custards and spoon sweets. Coming from
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Determining the True Value of a Home in Greece
Greece has naturally become a popular destination for purchasing a second home because of its scenery, hospitality, culture, and ideal climate. While it is a …
How Is the Date of Greek Orthodox Easter Decided?
Orthodox Christians in Greece celebrate Easter later than the rest of the Christian world. Why is that? How do Orthodox Greeks decide when to celebrate ...
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Greece’s Best Architects: TENON Architecture
01/12/2023
TENON Architecture is unique among architecture firms in Greece. They use contemporary design and construction practices aiming to create innovative projects for contemporary life. The use of new materials and
Famous Architects of Greece: Ernst Ziller
30/11/2023
In Athens, Thessaloniki, and many of the Cycladic Islands, you might not realize that you are walking by the buildings of the great German architect Ernst Ziller. Ernst was known
Tilos, the World’s First Zero-Waste Island
30/11/2023
No, that’s not a typo — we’re not talking about Tinos, the popular Cycladic island known for its Virgin Mary Church, impressive pigeon houses, and picturesque landscape. Tilos island is
Why Do Greeks Break Plates?
29/11/2023
The history of breaking plates goes back to ancient times when breaking plates signaled wealth. In some cases, plates or glasses would be thrown into the fire after a banquet
New Airport and Highway Coming to Crete
29/11/2023
Do you visit Crete often, or plan to buy a home in Crete, Greece’s largest island? The island will be getting a big upgrade. The Crete 2030 Development Plan includes
Greece’s Best Architects: Panos Nikolaidis Design
28/11/2023
About the Architect Panos Nikolaidis (Πάνος Νικολαΐδης) was born in 1971 in Athens. Today, his office is also found in Greece’s capital city. In his work, he focuses always on
Becoming A Digital Nomad in Greece
27/11/2023
Working remotely in Greece has many benefits. Among the benefits, you will have a great quality of life, whether you choose to be a digital nomad in a city like
Greece’s Best Architects: AKA
24/11/2023
AKA – Apostolou Colakis Architects – is a multidisciplinary design studio which has offices in Athens, Greece, and Oxford, UK. They work in the fields of architecture, interior, exhibition, and
The History of the Marathon
23/11/2023
If you’ve seen the film “By Big Fat Greek Wedding”, you likely know that everything came from Greece. This is true for the marathon, which refers to the name of
Greece: Areas with both Mountains and Sea
22/11/2023
Most visitors to Greece think first about the Mediterranean, but Greece has more than just the water. Greece is full of a variety of mountains, caves, and beautiful landscapes. Many
Tower Homes in the Peloponnese
21/11/2023
There are few places that are as unique as the southern Peloponnese, more specifically the Mani region. Some of the northern towns in Mani include Gythio, Kardamyli, and Verga. Scattered
Greece’s Best Architects: Omniview Design
20/11/2023
Omniview Design was founded in 2013 by architects Dimitri Tsigos, John Tsigos and property entrepreneur Miltos Kambourides. Their goal was to integrate design and development capabilities into one service. This
The Best Foods to Try in Crete
17/11/2023
“Dakos” (Cretan Rusks) The popular “dakos” is known by regional names around Crete and it is a popular addition to salads and popular Cretan dishes. It is like the Italian
Koutouloufari Travel Guide
16/11/2023
Koutouloufari is a village in Crete with the ideal balance of authentic Cretan lifestyle and convenient access to the most popular towns in Crete. Koutouloufari is found between Heraklion and
Association De Jonge Balie Zwolle Visits Elxis in Thessaloniki
14/11/2023
Not the Average Friday Morning On an overcast morning in early November, the Elxis offices in Thessaloniki were treated to a pleasant surprise. A group of 22 young Dutch lawyers
Greek Real Estate Sales Already Outperform 2022
13/11/2023
More expensive and higher in numbers holiday homes were bought in Greece this year: +33% sales value, +12.5% in average purchase price. Foreigners in 2023 bought more expensive holiday homes
6 Places you Won’t Believe are in Greece
11/11/2023
Greece is full of remarkable sights – pristine beaches, panoramic views of the sea, UNESCO Heritage Sites, impressive monasteries, and quaint fishing villages. When we see pictures of these classically
Navagio Beach in Zakynthos is Closed – What are my Alternatives?
09/11/2023
Navagio Beach (also known as Shipwreck Beach) in Zakynthos is on the Northwest corner of Zakynthos Island. It is about 250 kilometers from Athens in the Ionian Sea. It is
6 Ways to Decorate your Home in the Greek Style
09/11/2023
What is a “Greek style” of decorating? Why is it that when we see the decorations in a home in Greece, we somehow know it is from Greece? What makes
Greece’s Best Architects | A31
07/11/2023
A31 Identity A31 was founded in 2003 by Praxitelis Kondylis, a young architect with extensive experience abroad, who decided to open his own practice in Athens. It was not long
Buying a House in the Peloponnese
06/11/2023
Of every region on the Greek mainland, the Peloponnese is the most popular to visit for tourists, apart from Attica (where Athens is located). This region of southern Greece is
Greece’s Best Architects: Schema
04/11/2023
Schema Architecture & Engineering was established by Marianna Athanasiadou (Architect) and Christos Stavrogiannis (Civil Engineer & Economist) in Athens, Greece. They were recently ranked one of the 25 best architecture
In-Town Baggage Drop for Athens Airport
03/11/2023
Do you travel frequently in and out of Athens airport? Now, you won’t need to carry your heavy check-in bag to the airport. Port of Piraeus Baggage Drop At
Ionian Coast Travel Guide
02/11/2023
The Ionian Coast is also known as the Greek Amalfi Coast, and this endless coastline is dotted with seaside villages, dreamy beaches, mountain towns, archaeological sites, and amazing landscapes. The
Most Affordable Islands in Greece
01/11/2023
Demand for holidays in Greece in 2023 is constantly rising because more and more travelers want short-term rental options for a good price, longer stays, and destinations that are off
FlyCycladic: Fly to the Greek Islands
31/10/2023
Greece’s first-ever inter-island airline just lifted off. FlyCycladic is Greece’s first air carrier focused on island hopping, which makes them perfect for your Greek vacation. The airline is operated by
Best Golf Courses in Greece
30/10/2023
Golf is a sport that is increasing popularity in Greece because of the new signature courses and award-winning clubs now in Greece. The biggest benefit of golfing in Greece is