The Mighty Mountains of Greece
Greece is a surprisingly mountainous country. While some of the mountains are world-famous, especially Olympus, home of the ancient gods, others are a wonderful surprise for the visitor. Let’s visit four of our favorites: Mt. Olympus - Thessaly Mt Olympus, at 2,917 meters, is Greece’s tallest mountain. It is also a towering cultural presence, the
FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL Newsletter Volume 80
Dear Traveler, Happy New Year! We hope that 2023 will be your most creative, enthusiastic, enriching, and spiritually satisfying year yet. A new year is a wonderful opportunity to plan more wishlist-worthy and meaningful travels that will add to your personal enrichment while contributing to world peace, tolerance, and growth. At Fly Me To The Moon we
Epiphany – a Bright Day in the Heart of Winter
The Holiday season in Greece does not wrap up on January 1st - there is still more to celebrate here in this devout and festive country. In Greece, the holiday season comes to a finale a few days into the new year. On the 6th of January, all Greece celebrates Epiphany. This is the 12th
Vasilopita – The Greek Cake of Good Fortune
As many friends of Greece know, the holiday season in Greece has many of the same elements of the holiday season elsewhere, just not necessarily in the same order. While many countries have Santa Claus visiting homes on Christmas Eve, in Greece there is Agios Vasilis - Saint Basil. Bearing gifts and good cheer, this
FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL NEWSLETTER – VOLUME 79
Dear Traveler, Winter has bestowed upon us and as the holiday season is approaching we would like to reflect on all the blessings and opportunities this past year has gifted us with. First and foremost we are grateful for our valued guests who have entrusted us with planning their holidays to Greece. It is
Christmas Greetings from Greece
Wishing you a beautiful Holiday Season! As Christmas and New Year approach, we’d love to share Greek traditions with our friends from around the globe. Holiday Greetings from Greece Greeks love to exchange kind greetings at any opportunity - even wishing one another “Happy Week” on Mondays – Καλή Εβδομάδα (Kali Evdomada). Merry Christmas in
The Lake Towns of Northern Greece
Northern Greece is a woodland paradise. It’s filled with glassy lakes- each with its own cultural heritage, biotopes, wildlife, and scenery. Here are three unique Lake Towns and their surrounding regions that unite history, culture, and abundant natural beauty. Kastoria, the Gem on the Lake Kastoria is one of northern Greece’s most famously beautiful towns.
Western Macedonia – History, Nature, Wine, and Rustic Charms
There’s no time like autumn and winter to visit Northern Greece. In the cooler seasons, these mountainous and lush regions are at their very best, with their brilliant golden and red foliage in fall and romantic dusting of snow in winter. The rustic, elegant cuisine - so rich in dishes of wild game, foraged mushrooms,
FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL NEWSLETTER – VOLUME 78
Dear Traveler, Autumn has come and it’s time to discover new seeds within ourselves that will bloom in the upcoming year. It is the perfect time of year to re-energize, recharge and connect with nature. In our One with Nature issue, we introduce you to some of our favorite active escapes. Fans of slower, contemplative
Walking and Hiking – Experiencing Greece in Autumn
For many people - Greeks included - Autumn is the finest season of the year. People from heartier climates farther north will find the Aegean and Ionian still perfectly swim-worthy. And everyone will find the weather for walking and hiking absolutely ideal. Fans of slower, contemplative travel, blended with a dose of wellness in some
