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
The island of Ikaria is known for its stunning scenery, slow pace of life, and relaxing beaches. You may know it for its famous Ikarian summer Panegiri (feast day) to the Virgin Mary, in which thousands gather in the island’s villages to celebrate for over 3 days. But in centuries
Winter is a time in Greece for hearty Christmas-time stews replace the summer salads, and new seasonal products start to appear, like mandarin oranges, wild mushrooms, sweets, cookies and Greece’s tasty chestnuts. What is Greece Like in the Winter? During winter in Greece, the temperature generally is warmer the farther
Google “how many islands does Greece have?” and these are some of the headlines you will come across: “Estimates range from somewhere around 1,200 to 6,000.” “The country includes 6,000 islands and islets scattered in the Greek Seas.” “The total number of Greek islands is actually closer
Which side are you on? Would you rather live in Corfu, Paxos, or Zakynthos… or would you rather live in Paros, Rhodes, or Crete? We know, it’s not easy to pick sides. With Greek sun, famous hospitality, local cultural sites, and beautiful beaches awaiting you on both sides of Greece,
It’s October. You might be settling back into the routine of work, thinking already about next summer’s holiday to Greece. But you might not need to wait as long as you think. Most Greek islands slow down in the winter months, from October to April. Beach bars close, hotels go
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 not usually found on your Instagram, but some say it is just as beautiful as the most famous Greek islands.
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
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 haven’t considered visiting the mastorochoria of Greece’s Epirus region, you need to chance your travels plans. As one of the
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 island of Crete, also referred to as the Cretan wild goat, the Cretan ibex, or “agrimi”, which means “the wild
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 I have a home in Greece, should I buy a bougainvillea? Is it easy to take care of a bougainvillea?
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 covered with a green expanse of pine trees. It’s no wonder that Skopelos is also called the “green and blue
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