February 2020 | Fly Me To The Moon Travel

FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL – NEWSLETTER VOLUME 47

Dear Traveler, January’s gone but we still have some winter-time to enjoy. On the subject of winter, did you know that Greece is a ski destination too? Around Greece there are excellent ski slopes, but also plenty of additional activities and sites to make for an exciting winter holiday. We introduce you to one of

Sunken Stories: Greece’s remarkable underwater antiquities

Greece is perhaps best known for two things: unparalleled archaeological treasures, and the beauty of its seas. How wonderful then that these two things are sometimes combined. The archaeological sites of Greece that are on dry land are mysterious enough, but what about those that are submerged, on the seafloor? Greece has so many precious

Fast forward – Greek Orthodox Easter in Athens

In Greece, you really sense the mystery and the miracle of Easter. Unlike in most western Easter celebrations, Easter is not limited to a day or two, but encompasses a whole season.  Beginning after Carnival, Lent ushers in a period of restraint. Then, when Holy Week begins in preparation for Easter Sunday, the somber mood,

Lake Pamvotis: A rich natural habitat and a place of history

Lake Pamvotis - sometimes also called lake Pamvotida - makes for a fascinating destination. Covering a little over 20 square kilometers, this lovely lake is the second oldest in Europe. It is the heart of an intriguing region. Lake Pamvotis in Ioannina hosts culture on its shores, as its depths team with life. The waters