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    Greece in Full Color – Rare, Lovely Flora

    In spring and early summer, Greece’s meadows are ablaze with color, and on the mountain slopes for even longer. And early autumn has its own famously fragrant bloom. Greece is a paradise of rare flora; some special species of plant are even endemic to a specific small area, unique and a pleasure to behold. Paeonia

    The Rare Fauna of Greece

    Greece is a haven for rare fauna, protected by public and private organizations. Here are some of the magical species that make up Greece’s unusually rich biodiversity. The Caretta Caretta of Zakynthos Also known as the loggerhead sea turtle, this magnificent animal is among the most legendary. With average sized caretta caretta reaching nearly a

    FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL Newsletter Volume 84

    Dear Traveler, May is the month that officially marks the end of spring, and as the summer approaches, we are excited to talk about one of the most defining aspects of Greek culture – food, of course!   Food is vital to Greece’s cultural identity – over the centuries it helped to bring people together,

    Greece’s Most Famous Vegetarian Dishes

    Greece’s vegetarian cuisine is every bit as memorable as the crisp fried calamari, the savory moussaka, and the grilled lamb, and in some cases, it’s also even more famous. These iconic Greek dishes tell the story of Greece’s culture. They reveal both the bounty of the land, and also the spirit of the people, never

    Easter Foods Throughout Greece

    Easter in Greece is the most important religious holiday of the year, a time of anticipation and festivity such as many other places reserve for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. This being Greece, food of course is central to the celebrations. But Greece is a devout country, and Easter is preceded by the Lenten

    FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL NEWSLETTER VOLUME 83

    Dear Traveler, Did you know that the ancient Greeks were powerful storytellers? Since antiquity, compelling stories have allowed us to make sense of the world and use our imagination. Ancient theatre was an integral part of Greek culture. Ancient civilizations used myths of gods and heroes to pass stories on to any willing audience. Great

    Ancient Akrotiri – The Mysterious Excavation on Santorini

    Amid the many charms of Santorini - the sunset over the caldera, the drama of cliffside Thera (Fira), the crisp Assyrtiko wine - Ancient Akrotiri holds a place of its own. Akrotiri is one of Greece’s most fascinating and mysterious excavations. A visit here will illuminate a facet of Ancient Greek culture less known. Ancient

    FLY ME TO THE MOON TRAVEL Newsletter Volume 82

    Dear Traveler, March is a month that focuses on taking action – as Spring kicks in, it is a time of advancement and forward movement propelling us into the future.   At Fly Me To The Moon we are constantly seeking inspiration and in this month’s “Greek Talent” issue we introduce you to two unique companies and

    The Story of the Corinth Canal

    Visitors driving from Athens down to the Peloponnese begin their journey with a popular landmark - the Corinth Canal. It’s worth stopping to take a look - with its straight sides of approximately 100 meters in height and its narrow width of just 25 meters, this famous canal is a dramatic and photogenic sight. With

    Noble Pastry: Greece’s Take on Haute Couture Dessert 

    As the food industry continues to evolve, innovative ideas and ever-changing trends reinvent familiar flavors by introducing novel tastes. At Fly Me To The Moon we love celebrating local talent, and for this “Artistic Tales” interview we step into the world of sweetness by introducing not one but two standout pâtissier who humbly apply their
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