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    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

    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

    Fly Me To The Moon: Bespoke Luxury Travel and Slow Travel in Greece by Beau Monde Traveler

      Fly Me To The Moon sounds like a strange name for a luxury travel company, but once you understand what sits behind it and the vision of its founder, Elena Papanicolaou, it could not be more fitting. More on that in a moment. This is not the company you call to book a hotel

    Famous Winter Celebrations in Greece

    Christmas may be over, but in Greece, there is never a shortage of celebrations or, in fact, reasons to celebrate. Winter in Greece is far from quiet. From sacred waters to masked laughter, Greece’s winter celebrations are deeply rooted in tradition, fostering a sense of community and shared history. Let’s explore these meaningful festivals together.

    FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL NEWSLETTER VOLUME 115

    Dear Traveler, As we reach the final pages of the year, we find ourselves pausing with gratitude and excitement. It has been a truly rewarding journey for all of us at Fly Me To The Moon Travel—a year filled with imagination, discovery, and the privilege of crafting meaningful, tailor-made itineraries for our guests. This year, like

    Ceramics in Greece: Tradition and the Art of Making

    In Greece, ceramics are not considered simple objects. They are evidence that humans existed for thousands of years. Long before humanity turned to building marble temples, there was clay — a humble material that shaped the evolution of everyday objects. Today, working with clay means taking part in one of humanity’s oldest conversations with the
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