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Crete in Fall: A Refined Escape of Nature, History, and Elegance

When people dream of Crete, they often think of sun-drenched beaches, ancient ruins, and windswept olive groves. Yet, it’s the island’s ability to embrace you with its understated elegance that lingers long after the journey ends. In autumn, Crete reveals a side of itself that feels both personal and profound—a world of crisp mountain air,

Spanakopita: Greece’s Iconic Spinach and Cheese Pie

Spanakopita, Greece’s beloved spinach and cheese pie, is a delightful mix of crispy layers of golden phyllo dough and a rich, savory filling. The name itself comes from two Greek words: spanaki (σπανάκι), meaning “spinach,” and pita (πίτα), meaning “pie.” Together, they create "Spanakopita" – literally, "spinach pie." But this dish is so much more

The Greek Tomato – Greek Cuisine’s True “Golden Apple”

When people daydream about Greece, the humble tomato ranks surprisingly high, right up there with the beaches and the sunshine. This is because we associate Greece with elemental, classic and simple pleasures. And the Greek tomato is certainly one of these. Achingly sweet, bursting with flavor, and rich in color, it is impossible to imagine

Greece’s Caretta Caretta- the Majestic Loggerhead Sea Turtle

Greece’s natural beauty is astounding, and it extends to its animal kingdom. One of the oldest inhabitants of the seas, the majestic Caretta Caretta sea turtle, calls Greece home. This magnificent creature, which is also referred to as the loggerhead sea turtle, adores the Mediterranean, and Greece in particular: over half of its nesting sites

Greek Panigyri: The Tradition of Celebrating Saints and More

One of the great highlights of the Greek Summer for Greeks themselves are the many “Panigiri”. The word means a great festival going on all around us. A Panigyri is in honor of something specific, and something traditional. They can, for instance, be celebrations of regional music and dance, or perhaps they celebrate a harvest

The Athens – Epidaurus Festival: The Cultural Highlight of the Summer

The summer months in Athens are alive with culture as performances from the classical to the avant-garde are held at historic venues. The Athens Epidaurus Festival is a huge highlight for visitors interested in culture. Let’s have a look! Where it Happens- the Athens Epidaurus Festival Venues Four stages host this famous festival, three of