What Did the Ancient Greeks Eat?
What are the foods Plato, Aristotle, and the mighty Alexander the Great could eat in Ancient Greece? What did the people of Ancient Greece eat daily? Did the food habits
01/10/2024
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Exploring the Legacy of Alekos Fassianos: A Glimpse Inside His Athens Home
Alekos Fassianos, the iconic Greek painter, opened the doors of his home and art studio to the public as part of the Athens Design Forum. This event marked a celebration
30/09/2024
Why are Greek Island Homes Blue and White?
Google “Greek islands” and the first pictures in the search results will likely be on Mykonos or Santorini. We’re all familiar with the white stucco walls and blue trim that
30/09/2024
Lawyers, Notaries, and Agents: Who is Part of the Home Buying Process in Greece?
I want to buy a home in Greece, but I don’t know anything about the process. Who will I work with when buying a home in Greece? If I don’t
30/09/2024
Crafting Spaces with Vision: An Interview with Konstantinos Stathopoulos, Founder of KRAK. Architects
About the Founder Konstantinos Stathopoulos is an experienced Greek Architect and has participated in numerous workshops specifically oriented in traditional building techniques. In addition, he was working occasionally as a
26/09/2024
Larger, Luxurious Greek Homes Are More Popular in 2024
Holiday home prices in Greece have continued rallying during 2024, as more luxurious properties become increasingly popular in Greece. According to data compiled by the Elxis team, the average amount
26/09/2024
Discovering the St. Michael and St. George Palace: A Jewel of the Ionian State
In the heart of Corfu, the St. Michael and St. George Palace dazzles with its rich history and stunning design. Once the grand residence of a British lord, this neoclassical
20/09/2024
What are the Steps to Buy a Home in Greece?
You’re imagining your dream home in Greece: sunset views over the Mediterranean, Greek coffees on the balcony, dinners on the infinity pool terrace… Your mind returns to reality, and you
19/09/2024
Quick Guide to Uber in Greece
If you’re from a major city in the U.S. or Europe and reading this, you’re probably familiar with Uber and other ride-share programs. Depending on where exactly you live, Uber
17/09/2024
Meet us at Second Home Expo in ‘s-Hertogenbosch
What is the Second Home Expo? For the fourth time in 2024, Elxis visits the The Second Home Expo. This time, it’s in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. At Second Home Expo, you will
17/09/2024
What Did the Houses Look Like in Ancient Greece?
When we think of ancient Greece, images of grand temples and opulent theaters often come to mind. However, the homes of everyday Greeks were far more modest, practical, and vastly
12/09/2024
Mastorochoria and the Tradition of Stone-Built Houses in Epirus
Is there more to Greece than the blue and white houses of Santorini and Mykonos. “Yes, yes there is,” responds a voice from the mountains of Greece’s mainland. If you
11/09/2024
How to Take Real Estate Photos
Have you ever looked at a magazine spread of a house and wondered in awe “is this a real house?” This is the effect you should try to create when
10/09/2024
Kri-Kri: Crete’s Famous Goats
What is the name of those famous goats I always see in Instagram pictures of Crete? Where can I find Crete’s goats? The kri-kri is a wild goat on the
09/09/2024
Why Is the Short-Term Rental Market in Greece Growing that Fast?
There is an enormous rise of the sharing economy in Greece, rapid growth in the short-term rental market, and consequent changes it brings to local communities based on a Grant
06/09/2024
Should I Buy a Bougainvillea for My Greek Home?
You’ve probably seen them on Instagram, with their bright pink leaves contrasting with the white and blue homes in the Cyclades — a symbol of summer in Greece. Now that
06/09/2024
Why Are the Greeks So Hospitable?
When I visit a Greek home, why do I get treated like a king? Spoon sweets, meze platters, and Greek specialty dishes get pushed towards me, appearing out of nowhere.
03/09/2024
How to Open a Bank Account in Greece
One of the most common questions about buying property in Greece is whether a Greek bank account is required. In this article, we will cover frequently asked questions about bank
31/08/2024
Skopelos Travel Guide
Does this island look familiar? The most famous scene in Mamma Mia was filmed on Skopelos. As one of the greenest islands in Greece, almost 80% of the island is
30/08/2024
5 Traditional Building Styles in Greece
I want to buy a home in Greece. I’ve seen the brand new contemporary constructions by top architects in Greece, but it’s not my style. I want something that looks
28/08/2024
Travel Guide: Kea “Tzia” Island
“This land, I would not exchange it for Babylon.” This quote is from the Ancient Greek poet Pinder, and he was describing the island of Kea. Today, Kea island is
22/08/2024
6 Home Amenities Invented by the Ancient Greeks
What were the most luxurious inventions of Ancient Greece? The Ancient Greeks were known for their sophisticated dinner banquets, the philosophers’ symposia (with plenty of Greek wine), and pagan rituals
20/08/2024
How Can I Build a Sustainable Home in Greece?
Are you searching for a home in Greece and want to make sure it is built sustainably? Do you want to own a home in Greece, while also protecting Greece’s
16/08/2024
Where Can I Find Ancient Pebble Mosaics in Greece?
What would you do if you were building a home and stumbled upon an Ancient Greek mosaic? This August, workers digging a water line on the island of Evia in
14/08/2024
Did the Ancient Greeks Have Summer Holidays?
Did the Ancient Greeks take summer vacation like we do? Did they have a “vacation home” by the sea where they could relax before returning to work? Did they enjoy
12/08/2024
Have a Look at Iris’s B&B (Featured in B&B Vol Liefde Season 4)
Would you move to Greece from the Netherlands to manage your own bed and breakfast? Would you let a TV show pick a potential romantic partner for you, and work
08/08/2024
How to Decorate a Home in Greece By the Sea
I just bought a home in Greece near the sea. How do I make it “look Greek inside” in a simple way? Since we’re not designers, we’re not experts on
07/08/2024
Famous Greek Architects: Polyergo
Boutique villas in the Rethymno countryside, interior renovation in traditional Cretan villages, and landscape design. It’s no wonder that the name “polyergo” translates in English to “many works”. This team
05/08/2024
Historic Stays in Greece: Kimolos Windmill Hotel
The Windmill Kimolos Hotel is on the tiny volcanic island of Kimolos and is one of the few traditionally restored windmills in Greece. The inside has been renovated with modern
01/08/2024
Olympics in Ancient Greece: What Were They Like?
What were the Ancient Olympics like? They definitely didn’t include surfing, table tennis, and mountain biking. What events were in the Ancient Olympics in Greece, and how do the Ancient
31/07/2024
