It’s amazing that such diverse experiences on islands with such distinctive, authentic character are so close to Athens. A short ferry ride from Piraeus brings you to some of Greece’s most accessible island experiences- gorgeous beaches, lush nature, boutique hotels and luxury accommodations, in settings rich with history and culture.
The Hidden Charms of Rhodes
Rhodes, fourth largest of Greece’s Islands, is one of the best known, and one of the first that attracted mass tourism. It’s full of major sites and large resorts, but one of the best ways to get the most out of this big island is to explore its quieter side: its wilder beaches and remote
Style & class don’t fade away – Bryan Ferry concerts in Greece
11 September in Athens – 13 September in Thessaloniki
Chilling Out in Chania: The Perfect Cretan Escape
Crete’s westernmost town is a great favorite with visitors. There are sights and activities enough to fill a checklist to be sure. This compact town packs a lot of atmosphere into its tangle of colorful Venetian alleys, shady hidden squares, and picturesque harbors filled with fishing boats. You’ll find more than enough enchantment just wandering,
FLY ME TO THE MOON – NEWSLETTER VOLUME 30
Dear Traveler, Let’s welcome the coming fall season! As we say in Greece — Καλό μήνα(Kalo Mina), when we want to wish someone a great month. As the sun sets on summer, there is still so much to look forward to in the fall. In our The Moon issue we touch upon the meaning of moon in great
The August Full Moon Celebrations Throughout Greece
The August Full Moon is celebrated in Greece as it is nowhere else. All throughout Greece, there is an air of anticipation, as people venture out into the heat of the night to enjoy very special activities, illuminated by a fat golden moon.
The Moon: A timeless source of inspiration
A celestial body of magic and mystery, the moon has fed the imaginations of poets, artists, and musicians. Maybe it’s the subconscious connection with the amorous ancient Greek goddess of the moon, Selene, or the moon’s association with fertility. It could also be her ever changing nature that captures our attention. Her light illuminates our
The Moon of Myth, Folklore, and Wisdom
The magic of the moon is nowhere more captivating than it is in Greece. Throughout the eras, the moon has been attributed to having a profound influence on the human psyche. As in other cultures, both the areas of romantic love and of sanity are thought particularly prone to the moon’s influence. As in other
FLY ME TO THE MOON – NEWSLETTER VOLUME 29
Dear Traveler, August is officially the month of vacations and island travel. While family trips are on the agenda for some, others are looking to combine beach holidays with cultural activities. Every summer Greece is bursting with cultural events and festivals which take place in all corners of the country. The Greek Summer Festivalspromise unique and
The moon in Greek mythology
July’s total lunar eclipse, also referred to as the Blood Moon, was the longest lunar eclipse of the 21st century. In light of this spectacular and rare phenomenon that we were lucky enough to bear witness to, we contemplate the prowess of this celestial satellite that has been orbiting our Earth, guiding mankind each and
