My Greece Travel Guide began as a hobby in 1995 and since then it has grown in popularity and size. 99% of the material in my guides was written by myself. I don t have a staff. I took all the photos with the exception of some of the historical ones. I update the site continuously so unlike a guidebook I don t have to wait for the next printing to fix a mistake. People…
Getting a cheap deal on your trip sets the tone for the perfect holiday. And with Expedia.ca, you know you can travel from Athens to Corfu on the cheap, with enough money left over for a stellar time in the city. That could mean more tours with the kids, more concerts with the spouse, more dessert amongst co-workers, or even front row seats to a sports game if you’re…
By Cliff Blaylock Skorpios or Scorpios is a private island in the Ionian Sea off the western coast of Greece and just to the east of the island of Lefkada. The barren island was bought by Aristotle Onassis in 1963. At the time, it was believed to have cost just 3.5 million drachmas, the equivalent of about £10, . Spanning 74 acres, the shipping scion piped in utilities…
It is a cruel irony that at the very moment when Greece needs more visitors, many are choosing to stay away. But are they right or wrong? Let s look at some of the pros and cons of visiting Greece right now. Greece, lovely as ever Is It a Good Time to Visit Greece? Already rocked by economic constraints and austerity measures, in 2016 Greece needs its tourists more…
Greece, the country of white and blue, is located in southeast Europe at the junction of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The country s unique geography consists of two peninsulas and more than 6, islands. The diverse landscape is filled with some the world s most well known ruins, and it s easy to see how both democracy and mythology were born among the brilliant landscape…
Weather in Rhodes Rhodes is the largest of the Greek Dodecanese Islands, located south-west of mainland Greece and north-east of Crete. This island is best known for its beautiful beaches, ancient ruins and historical remnants of when it was occupied by the Knights of Saint John, as well as its pleasantly warm weather, due to the island’s southerly positioning within…
A Venetian castle towers above Chora village on Astipalea island. The quiet and unassuming Dodecanese island boasts beautiful scenery, some of which you can see in the video featured in my post Aspects of Astipalea. Budget friendly : Are you considering a trip to Greece this summer, but wondering where you can go to avoid draining your bank account paying for food…
9.6 “Staff excellent, left an item in my room and they found it and returned it to Reception where I was contacted before leaving the hotel.First class service.” Alasdair United Kingdom 7.5 “The hotel is in a great location, which is close to the port and the old city ( a must to visit) and some great restaurants. Because we visited in the middle of summer, the pool…
By Abigail Javellana Camp Netanya Resort & Spa is a luxurious Greek-themed resort situated on the tropical paradise of Anilao, Batangas. Here you can enjoy a little piece of Greece-soak in their pools, indulge in their Mediterranean fare, stay in their Santorini-inspired villas-all with a touch of warm Filipino hospitality. We love the resort for its family…
The Acropolis in Athens is Greece s most famous landmark. (Photo: Images ) Related Articles Greece s ancient history has produced so many landmarks, many of them world-famous, that the entire country could be considered a famous landmark. When you plan your trip to Greece, however, you will find that some of the landmarks are mentioned in every travel guide, travel…
A city that has been called ‘The cradle of civilisation’, Athens is not only the capital, but the largest city of Greece. Full of history, with a lively restaurant and bar scene, this is one of the most visited places on earth; but how well do you really know this city? Take a look at some of these truly fascinating facts about Athens to get all geeky about Greece…
51 guests loved their stay 10 “The secluded setting on a beautiful headland, the charm and helpfulness of staff, and the nearness to the capital Agostoli, a short taxi-ride away for lively evenings if required.” Philip United Kingdom 10 “Wonderful staff that provided friendly service. Wide variety of tasty breakfast options and the perfect location to stay in Kefalonia…
Undoubtedly Athens most recognisable landmark, the Acropolis is an enormous Golden Age complex that was built in the 5th century BC and is now on the coveted UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Since the 1970s, the site has been carefully restored thanks to funding provided by the The Acropolis Restoration Project, and contains more than twenty archaeological sites…
Greece with kids! A family vacation in Greece matches the charms of the ancient world with the joys of family travel. On the famous islands — Mykonos, Corfu, Santorini, Crete — the charming villages and beaches are made to be explored by families with kids, who can play by the blue Aegean Sea where Jason and the Argonauts once sailed. Athens is a family-friendly city…
Paliomylos Spa Hotel in Paros Greece, a lovely Paros Hotel complex located in the charming seaside settlement of Naoussa Paros, is considered one of the friendliest and most well-organized Paros hotels in Naoussa. Situated on the northern coast of Paros island, Paliomylos Spa Hotel overlooks the scenic Piperi Beach, which is just 50 meters from this Naoussa Paros…
Find out more about From near economic ruin to bearing the brunt of the 2015/16 refugee crisis, Greece has had to overcome a great deal in the last few years. Amid the height of the county’s problems, the British media went into an all-out frenzy, leaving many concerned over their travel plans top the popular holiday hotspot. Now, however, the situation has calmed…
