Looking at Mount Olympus from afar, it is clear why the ancient Greeks believed that only gods could reside in such an unreachable yet mystical place. Mount Olympus, or Olympos as it is called in Greek, is the highest mountain of Greece, located between Thessaly and Macedonia, and easily accessible
Drakolimni, the “Dragon Lake”. With high peaks and dramatic cliffs, this location in Epirus is a nature-lover’s dream in Western Greece. It is one of the best day trips from Ioannina or from the many picturesque towns of the Ionian Coast. Just make sure to bring your trail shoes! What
Where is Makrigialos in Crete, and why should I visit? What are the most common things to do in Makrigialos, and what are the closest beaches to Makrigialos? In this article, we answer all the most common questions about Makrigialos in Crete. Makrygialos, Crete Where is Makrigialos? Tucked away in
Why should I buy a home in Corfu if I am German? How does it rank compared to other destinations in Greece for me? What are the most popular areas to buy a home in Corfu? In this article, we’ll take you on a tour of Corfu with the help
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 characterize the architecture of these 2 world-famous islands. The two-tone style is popular more broadly in the Cyclades, a group
Why should I buy a home in Heraklion if I am British? How does it rank compared to other destinations in Greece for me? In this article, we’ll take you on a tour of Heraklion with the help of Suzanne (a.k.a. The Travelbunny), one of the UK’s top travel bloggers.
In 2017, Athina and Vincent bought a house on the island of Karpathos using the services of Elxis. Now they live there permanently! Find out in this blog their favourite things to do on the island. Where is Karpathos? The Greek Island of Karpathos is located between the well-known islands
Karpathos is a narrow, long island that is divided by a string of mountains with an altitude of 1200 meters. Karpathos is unique for its wild beauty, magnificent beaches, and traditional hospitality. Unlike islands like Santorini and Mykonos, Karpathos is not heavily visited because it is farther from the mainland.
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
What makes Chania the perfect place for foreigners? What makes Chania different than anywhere else in Crete? Where are Chania’s best beaches and days trips? In this article, we’ll answer all your questions about Chania. Chania Harbor About Chania Chania is Crete’s second largest city and has always been one
Why is Plakias one of the most underrated towns on the island of Crete? Why choose Plakias over the larger towns like Rethymno and Chania in the north? We’re biased, of course, because the Elxis offices are in Plakias. But we’re willing to back it up! About Plakias This
The Matala Beach Festival is one of Europe’s biggest free music festivals, and is a mix of entertainment and relaxation. The International Matala Beach Festival on Crete will happen this year from Jul 5-7 and will transport visitors back to the hippie era with music events, sports, and art activities
Why should I buy a home in Milos if I’m American? How does it rank compared to other destinations in Greece for me? In this article, we’ll take you on a tour of Milos with the help of Christy, American travel blogger and the creator of Ordinary Traveler. Christy in
Why should I buy a home in Rhodes if I’m American? How does it rank compared to other destinations in Greece for me? In this article, we’ll take you on a tour of Rhodes with the help of Wade, American travel blogger and the creator of The Vagabond Journey. What
What is it like to live in Rethymno in Crete? We sat down with Stella, a local business owner and big fan of Rethymno Town, to share with you the best things to do and see in her hometown. Stella Who is Stella? Stella is the owner of Catwalk Accessories,
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