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    Serifos: The Zen-Like Cycladic Island

    Serifos, a small, quiet slice of heaven tucked away in the western Cyclades, remains one of Greece’s lesser-explored islands—at least for now. Serifos doesn’t try to impress you. And somehow, that’s exactly what it does. Its untamed rocky landscape feels untouched, almost protective of its own identity. It is the perfect island escape for anyone

    Easter in Greece: The Red Eggs and the Ritual of Renewal

    The tradition of dyeing eggs is an essential ritual of Greek Orthodox faith—one that is embraced by most households across the country each year. This wonderful tradition, like most in Greece, carries with it centuries of symbolism and devotion. On Holy Thursday, “Megali Pempti,” families gather around the kitchen table to transform simple eggs into

    Athens and Thessaloniki Through Their Stoas: The Hidden Gallerias

    In Greece, you can discover some of the most revealing city walks not on the grand avenues, but just beside them. Once you step off the main street and pass through a discreet entrance, it’s like you’ve suddenly entered a different world. Marble staircases rise around you, old shop signs catch your eye, and a

    Dolly Boucoyannis: The Art of Jewelry Between Nature and Imagination

    Athens is a city brimming with history, and it’s the very city that embodies a spirit that inspires contemporary artistry. Jewelry designer Dolly Boucoyannis belongs to that rare category of artisans whose work feels both deeply rooted and unmistakably modern. Elegant Athenians have long admired her creations, appreciating jewelry not merely as adornment but as

    FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL NEWSLETTER VOLUME 117

    Dear Traveler, Kalo Mina and welcome to March — a month that carries both renewal and remembrance. As spring slowly awakens, it also reminds us of Greece’s enduring spirit, especially with Independence Day just around the corner. In this month’s issue “Living History“, we turn our focus to two powerful symbols of the modern Greek state

    JustLuxe Newsletter History of Crete | Exploring Millennia of Minoan, Venetian, and Ottoman Heritage

    Fly Me To The Moon Travel: Crete Beyond the Sun and Sand (part 2) by Glenn Harris Crete is a land shaped by millennia of civilisation, where Bronze Age palaces, Venetian fortifications, and working fishing villages coexist with a vibrant contemporary culture. As the largest of the Greek islands, its geography spans over 8,000 square

    The Evolution of the Hellenic Parliament Building

    A meaningful introduction to the Greek capital begins at its very center: Syntagma Square. This is where modern-day Athens breathes in full view — where history, politics and everyday life converge. Right at the top stands the Hellenic Parliament building, one that’s impossible to overlook.    There are buildings you simply admire, and then there

    Evzones: Greece’s Elite Presidential Guards

    If you’ve wandered through central Athens, passing the Hellenic Parliament in Syntagma Square, it’s really a one-in-a-million chance that you will miss the two figures standing in perfect stillness, guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. At any time of day or night, regardless of the weather, they stand there for something far greater than

    FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL NEWSLETTER VOLUME 116

    Hello everyone, and happy New Year! As we kickstart 2026, we wanted to share a few thoughts with you. Since our beginning in 2014, we’ve had a clear vision—one that deliberately stays away from passing “trends,” viral TikToks, loud statements, and one-size-fits-all itineraries. We have always chosen to focus on bespoke, immaculate service and out-of-the-box,

    Patmos: An Island of Revelation and Authenticity

    Long before Patmos became a high-profile destination in the Dodecanese, it was best known as the island where Saint John received his divine visions and wrote the Book of Revelation, also known as the Book of the Apocalypse. While Patmos remains a place of great spiritual significance, this Greek island also invites contemplation and offers
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