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If you are headed for Greece….

Greece is in the public eye a lot because of the terrible economic situation and the demonstrations and upheaval, mostly in Athens. Many visitors will be headed for the country, the mainland as well as...

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Nafplio-the first capital of modern Greece

Nafplio, the first capital of modern Greece I could have wept. Here I was in what must be one of the prettiest towns on the Peloponnese in Greece,  the seaport of Nafplio, and all I had to look around...

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Why inspiring others is fun

This is the story of my friend and neighbor, who is the latest convert to the joys of travel blogging. And yes, if I say so myself, I have had a hand in it. The two of us live part of the year in the...

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Spinalonga/Greece – a triumph of courage

If you have the chance to visit Crete, don’t miss out on an amazing experience which will give you a lot to think about. What I am referring to is a day trio to the uninhabited island of Spinalonga,...

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A summer suggestion: Ai Yianni/Mykonos

The Greek island of Mykonos is famous for two things: windmills and nightlife. Whereas looking at the mills and strolling through the many winding alleys of Mykonos town, admiring the shops, boutiques...

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The Venetian Quarters of Naxos/Greece

The Venetian Quarters of Naxos/Greece The Greek island of Naxos is one of my favorites. Monuments from antiquity to Renaissance, beaches, vertiginous mountains and green valleys, music  festivals and...

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Don’t miss out on Corfu/Greece

It seems to me that prospective ‘Greek island hoppers’ much favor  the Aegean Sea. They tend to head for the Cyclades which include such famous names as Mykonos, Delos, Ios and Santorini or, further...

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All about ‘glamping’ in Naxos/Greece

All about ‘glamping’… Not for noting do I call myself the ‘glamour granny’. I’m the first to admit that I just love a touch of glitz, that I prefer silk to polyester and won’t leave home without lip...

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The enterprising ladies of Crete

I usually approach travel in two ways: either I go unprepared, keeping an open mind to new experiences, adventures, people and surprises .In short – with  the true explorer spirit. Or, I prefer to have...

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A botched masterpiece in Naxos/Greece

Don’t we all admire the fabulous Greek statues, some of immense size as the kouros to be found in the Historical Museum of the Greek island of Samos. However, masters as the stone masons and artists of...

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Sailing around the Greek history

Sailing around the Greek History Famous for its pristine beauty and long history, Greece is a destination every culture vulture would love visiting and no wonder why. Wherever you travel in this sun...

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Hotel reviews in Greece – Civitel hotels

During my latest visit to Greece, I stayed at four different Civitel Hotels, enabling me to make the most of my time in Athens and also to explore the island of Crete. The idea of hotel hopping is not...

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Enjoy all of Greece – in style!

Just the mere thought of Greece in the summer, brings up images of the endless blue sea, countless secluded coves and golden sandy beaches. But Greece can be much more than that, like an important...

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Blue and White – Discover Greece this Summer

It’s interesting how certain countries are automatically associated with distinctive colors. For Spain, it’s red and yellow and for Greece, it’s blue and white. That’s not because those are the colors...

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Chill Out at the Hippie Fish in Mykonos/Greece

  This is the story of one of those journeys which start out terrible and then turn around, thanks to the kindness of strangers, and end up as a marvelous experience. I was on my way from the Greek...

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Family fun in the sun – Summer in Greece

Being an unconditional lover of antiquity, Greece is a natural holiday destination for me. Add to this beaches, mountains, woods, olive groves and vineyards, an endless variety of different landscapes...

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From Turkey to Greece: Explore the Aegean

A large area of both Turkey and Greece border the Aegean sea, with a handful of mountainous Greek Islands lying between the two countries. Due to their proximity, the culture, food and architecture in...

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End the Summer with a Splash in Greece

Enjoy what’s left of the summer by finding your inner peace in Greece. From luxury spas to mindful outdoor activities to nourishing food for the body and soul, here are the three best ways to...

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Make the Summer last in mainland Greece

Not everybody is fond of rain and dark skies, an atmosphere which even the beauty of turning leaves cannot alleviate. For those who want to extend the sun and warmth of summer, help is at hand. Escape...

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Planning a Trip to Greece? Here’s How to Make it Memorable

You’ve worked hard to make money that you can put away for a dream holiday to Greece and now the time has finally come that you are able to plan it. Obviously, you want to be sure it’s everything you...

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