July 2016 | Fly Me To The Moon Travel

The Evil Eye in Greece

When visiting Greece and browsing the wall hangings in shops or noticing necklaces and bracelets, you may take notice of a big blue eye design staring back at you. It’s called the evil eye and its used in décor, as jewelry and in art. Here’s why it’s everywhere…

Messinia Uncovered and Untouched: An Ancient Warrior King Grave

We can only imagine how much of Greece’s ancient and glorious past is still buried in its soil, waiting to be unearthed as was proven in Messinia where the grave of wealthy warrior – untouched even after thousands of years– was found.

Ten Greek White Beaches

Greek white beaches, either full of bright pebbles or thick with soft sand, are some of the most beautiful getaways you can experience.

FLY ME TO THE MOON – NEWSLETTER VOLUME 9

At Fly Me to the Moon, we aim to enrich your appreciation of Greek art and culture. We believe that when you learn more about fascinating aspects of Greece's diverse history and the country's cultural influences in the world of art, your travel experiences truly reach another level. We hope you enjoy this month's newsletter which is dedicated to Greek art

Greek Pita: A Savory History

Order a Greek pita, and you are ordering one of the staple foods loved by Greeks.  The Greek pita is a savory pie, baked with delicious ingredients layered inside from vegetables, cheeses to a variety of meat and flavored with Greek herbs and spices.