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A Greek Christmas Traditions in Photos: Old to New

Travel throughout Greece during the winter holidays and you’ll see a mix of Greek and international traditions. It’s a festive atmosphere that has evolved over time.

How to Give Back this Holiday Season

As the year ends it is a great time to reflect on the past 12 months, to evaluate everything that you have experienced and achieved. It is the perfect time to perform random acts of kindness and to give back to those in need. Helping people help others is a wonderful gesture, no matter how

Olive harvest and the making of olive oil in Greece

For many Greeks, the olive harvest is an exciting part of growing up in the country. This special time of year can be experienced by travelers as well.

FLY ME TO THE MOON – NEWSLETTER VOLUME 21

Dear Traveler, As we enter the last month of the year, a month of reflections, endings and new beginnings — we celebrate December and the special place it holds in our lives. Greece offers an array of incredible experiences which are best enjoyed during the winter months. Greece is not only about sun and sea, the real

Greek Spirits: The History and Art of Tsipouro making

You can call tsipouro the most “sociable” drink in Greece. It brings together good friends, good company and must be enjoyed with plates of delicious food.  It also has a rich history that makes it an important part of Greek culture.

Arcturos: Saving the Brown Bear in Greece

Saving the brown bear is one of the goals of a special organization called Arcturos.  This Greece based non-profit has made a difference for bears and the humans that love them.

Visit the Peloponnese: Magical Greece

The Peloponnese is one of Greece’s most magical destinations yet one of the most “hidden.”  In our latest Hidden Tales, we’ll introduce you to the lush trails, swift rapids, charming villages and beautiful monasteries that make this destination so special.

The Roadside Shrines in Greece: History and Traditions of Kandylakia

The small roadside shrines scattered here and there, along the curvy roads in Greece, are an important part of the Greek culture.

FLY ME TO THE MOON – NEWSLETTER VOLUME 20

Dear Traveler, A unique holiday experience is all about uncovering some of the country’s hidden gems and Greece is a cultural treasure chest. For those who wish to follow the unfamiliar paths will discover the crossroads of remarkable art, diverse cultures and numerous civilazations. In our “Lesser-known Greece” issue we invite you to witness some of the