A jewel of an island, with dense forests, cosmopolitan charm and famous beaches You’re bound to have seen photographs of Lefkada’s world-renowned beaches. But when you arrive, you’ll quickly realise that it is even better in real life. Lefkada – or Lefkas – is easily accessible, hospitable and lively – a recipe for the perfect
Greece is a country full of jaw-droppingly gorgeous beaches, and the most commonly preferred ones among them are the sandy ones. However, while a golden sandy beach may be most people’s idea of the perfect summer setting, we’d like to give a shout-out to the rocky shores, and the pebble beaches which have plenty of
If you’re planning a holiday in Greece, the good news is that it is very difficult to go wrong. Every island and mainland destination has plenty to recommend it. Which is why putting together a list such as this one is tricky – and please note that it is far from comprehensive, there are many,
Want to visit Greece? Good choice! It’s a fantastic country that offers everything from beaches and islands to culture and history as well as delicious food and friendly locals. If you haven’t yet been to Greece, here are 35 reasons why I think everyone should visit Greece at least once in their life! This article
Even for most Greeks, the Mani is considered a remote and mysterious region, a step into another world. A 75k-long peninsula, with a spine formed by the rugged Taygetus mountain range, it is inhabited by a proud warrior people who claim to be direct descendants of the ancient Spartans. For centuries, the Maniots fended off
The islands are the main characteristic of Greece’s morphology and an integral part of the country’s culture and tradition. Greek sovereign land includes 6,000 islands and islets scattered in the Aegean and Ionian Seas, of which only 227 islands are inhabited. This is a truly unique phenomenon for the European continent. The Greek Archipelago takes
On Maundy Thursday the Service of the Holy Passion is held; the preparations for the celebration of the Resurrection also start on that day. Housewives traditionally prepare the Easter brioche (“tsoureki”) and dye eggs with special red dyes, a custom that symbolises the rebirth of life and nature. On Good Friday, the sacred day of
Monemvasia means “one entrance” and in fact the only access to this castle is via a causeway. This uniquely preserved mediaeval town is carved into the majestic grey rock like a sculpture. The “Gibraltar of the East” or a “stone ship” about to set sail, as the famous Greek poet Yannis Ristos described his birthplace,
Fir-covered slopes, a vertiginous canyon, a rack-and-pinion railway fearlessly cutting through it, a ski resort, a famous monastery and an impressive cave are just a few of the things that make Kalavryta, in the Peloponnese, an ideal destination for those who love winter holidays, nature worshippers, history buffs and snow sports enthusiasts. Alpine hostels, good
Sporting Activities In The Wild Large areas of woodland with snow-capped peaks, forest trails and old pathways, rapid rivers crowned with stone bridges and striking lakes create the ideal setting for having a truly memorable experience during your winter holidays. The biggest ski resorts in the country are on Parnassos, Kalavryta, Kaimaktsalan, Vasilitsa, Tria-Pente Pigadia,
Welcome to Patras, a bustling student city, a place where entertainment, history and culture mingle together to create a destination filled with wonderful discoveries. Start your exploration around the city from Aghiou Nikolaou (Ayiou Nikoláou), the most famous pedestrian street. There, 192 steps await to lead you to the Old City. A romantic stroll around
An artificial lake in perfect harmony with nature, embraced by picturesque villages, fir forests and the imposing Agrafa mountain range A miracle of both man and nature in Thessaly. The impressive dam in Kakavia created Lake Plastiras, one of the biggest artificial lakes in Greece and, framed by the fir tree peaks of the Agrafa