The Cycladic Islands are known for their characteristic blue and white architecture. We’ve all seen the posts on Instagram from Santorini and Mykonos, with expansive views of the Aegean, white Greek buildings, and the blue dome of an Orthodox Church in the background. But where else besides these 2 heavily
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 has its own characteristics and wind patterns. For sailors, this means you can find sailing for all experience levels, from
Robert McCabe was born in Chicago in 1934 and grew up in Rye, New York. His first trip to Greece was in 1954, when he had the chance to experience Greece’s most touristy islands before they became island destinations. McCabe was known for his humble approach to photography, and has
Where are Greece’s cleanest beaches? What is the blue flag rating system? Which areas of Greece have the most blue flag beaches? We will answer all of these questions about Greece’s beaches in this article. What is the Blue Flag Award? The international Blue Flag quality award measures the cleanness
Overview of Education System in Greece The education system in Greece is mainly made of public schools that are administered by the Ministry of Education. They dictate the curriculum, and public schools in Greece are generally free, including tuition and textbooks. Private and international schools usually (but not in every
“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, Mykonos, Paros, or Tinos), you’ve likely experienced this breeze – or you may have even been swept off your feet!
The island of Rhodes was voted as the best island in Greece for solo travelers, based on a report by the Hungarian air carrier Wizz Air. Using data from TripAdvisor reviews, Wizz Air released a list with cities that have the most 5-star reviews by anyone listed as a solo
What will you see in Greece in the Spring? Why is Spring one of the best times of year to visit Greece? Most travelers to Greece come during the summer, when the weather is hot. It’s an ideal time to be on the beach, and you can enjoy a taverna
The end of the Sounion Peninsula is the home of the Temple of Poseidon, south of Athens. The site is made of white marble and was built in the 5th century BC for the god of the sea, Poseidon. Temple of Poseidon Sounion in Folklore This famous area of Greece
Greece is one of the most beloved family vacation destinations, both for visitors and those with second homes in Greece. April, May, September, and October are ideal months to travel with kids. It’s best to avoid July and August with young children, since it can be intense for them in
The Pozar Baths (also called Loutra Pozar) are found just outside of Edessa in Pieria of northern Greece. This town is at the base of Voras Mountains and is about an hour and a half from Thessaloniki. Not many tourists know about it, but many locals visit because they know
Crete is developing into a hub for digital nomads working from Greece. Why? Greece recently introduced incentives to draw online workers. Cities such as Heraklion, Chania and Rethymno are drawing a growing global community of professionals swapping their homes for Cretan shores where people go for a dip at the
Every traveller knows about Athens’s famous archaeological sights, ancient ruins, and world-class museums. The historic city is full, however, of hidden gems that you might walk straight past if you didn’t know about them. In this blog, we cover five unique experiences in Athens that you can visit in the
What can I do in Thessaloniki? Why should I visit Thessaloniki? Where can I go near Thessaloniki? In this article, we answer the most common questions about Thessaloniki. History of Thessaloniki Thessaloniki is the second biggest city in Greece, located in the north of the country, in the region
Where Can I Get Paid to Move to Greece? The Greek island of Antikythira (sometimes spelled Antikythera) wants to pay families to move there, with a few special requirements. The island of Antikythira is between Crete and Kythira in the Aegean Sea. The Antikythera authorities plan to build homes
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