Cycling holidays in Greece mainalnd and the Greek islands is a relatively new trend. The Greek landscape offers beautiful variations and cyclists have the chance to see green forests, mountain tops with breathtaking view to the sea, authentic mountainous villages, secluded beaches, chapels and ancient sites on their way. Over the last years, many companies organize…
Grace Kalamata will be a stunning beachfront retreat located just outside the picturesque city of Kalamata in the south western part of the Peloponnese in Greece. Comprising 84 rooms and suites plus up to 20 beautifully appointed residential villas, the hotel will be the ideal haven for couples and families alike who seek the luxury boutique hotel experience that…
Lichnos Beach Hotel enjoys a splendid position directly above Lichnos Beach. The hotel has been renovated in 2010 and has 84 rooms in the main building or in bungalows set in gardens, which slope down towards the beach. The rooms are comfortable and convenient to use. The hotel has a daily mini-bus service to Parga centre and there is a water taxi service from the…
My flat is located in the center of Salamis, within a walking distance from shops, supermarkets, restaurants, cafeteries. It s also close to wonderful beaches and interesting sights. You can use it as a base for your excursion through the island. Salamina is the nearest to Athens and Piraeus island. Transportation to and from the island is very convinient. There…
The official name of Greece is the Hellenic Republic. Greece is located in southeast Europe, close to both Africa and Asia. In 2011 the population of Greece was around 11 million. The capital and largest city in Greece is Athens. Other major cities include Thessaloniki, Patras and Heraklion. Around two thirds of the Greek population live in urban areas. Greek is the…
Greece, after gaining her independence in 1829, expanded her territory three times against the Ottoman Empire during the nineteenth century and the first thirteen years of the twentieth century. This expansion was not limited to the Balkans but extended into Anatolia in the pursuit of the traditional Megali Idea (Great Idea), a policy committed to creating a larger…
The Kinsterna Hotel & Spa, at Monemvasia, Greece. A boutique hotel and spa in a 13th-century manor is just the starting point for discovering a little-visited corner of Greece s beautiful Peloponnese Elafonisos has the best beach in Greece. So said more than one local during our stay nearby. It s quite a claim given the reputation of the country s islands…
Hi Nicholas, To the best of my knowledge, at the end of September the sunset in Athens/Attika/Sounio Cape will be at around 7.15 p.m. The last public coastine bus by KTEL will be leaving at 8.00 p.m. and it will take about Hi Nicholas, To the best of my knowledge, at the end of September the sunset in Athens/Attika/Sounio Cape will be at around 7.15 p.m. The last…
Discover your own paradise just a few yards away from the truly unique atmosphere of the ever popular Paradise beach! Paradise View Hotel is in a covetable location combining the ultimate in privacy, unparalleled view of the sea while harmoniously located adjacent to the beach. It is the only hotel located in Paradise and is the ideal place for total relaxation, rejuvenation…
The Cyclades, south of Greece, are considered some of the most beautiful islands in the world. Mountains, white cubistic villages and black and golden sand beaches combine to make the islands picture postcard-perfect. The Cyclades, so named because of the archipelago’s islands are set up in a circle around Delos, also played important roles in Greek mythology. They…
If you visit Greece, you will see plenty of cafés packed with people laughing, chatting and socializing around the city. For Greeks, drinking coffee is much more than just drinking coffee. It is the local way of socializing, of going out to catch up, discuss about current events and relax. It is also a great way to enjoy the sun and the hot weather outside. Here…
Fancy a VIP getaway? Our luxury holidays to Greece add a little something extra to make your stay even more special. When you book a luxury break to Greece with us, you’ll have a first-class base from which to enjoy the rugged mainland and characterful islands. And there’s lots to see and do, from hidden coves and storybook shipwrecks to traditional tavernas and boutique…
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Athens Our Top Selections Greece is a country rich in ancient history. We proudly present you the archaeological sites not to miss with your family in Greece. Steeped in culture and packed full of wonderful landscapes and family-friendly activities, Greece is a great place to bring your children. There are a number of historical sites to visit, including these top…
The down side is that the baseball field and the stadium are full of people who’d rather not be there. They’d rather be home. For many of them, that’s Syria. As I understand it, they left because home was exploding all around them and people like them were dying in great numbers, whether or not they had taken sides in the war, which they might or might not understand…
The story of the shipwreck recalls the old pirate stories of the Venetian period. It was in 1980 when the Greek pursuit authorities detected a ship, suspected for smuggling of cigarettes and liquors, sailing in the open Ionian Sea. They ran after it and, because of the very bad weather, the ship was forced to stand on the sandy beach of the cove, where it lies ever…
