Chalki – The Authentic Dodecanese Experience
Many visitors to Greece, particularly first-time visitors - are lured by the magnetic pull of the most famous of the islands, like Santorini, Mykonos, and, in the Dodecanese, Rhodes. The hype is completely justified - these blockbuster islands truly deliver. But with so many other visitors circulating, the low-key, authentic charms of Greek Island life
The Ionian – a Dream Destination for Culture and Beauty
The Ionian Sea, bathing the western coast of Greece, is one of the finest destinations of all the Mediterranean, uniting pristine waters with lush green islands, high culture and low-key authentic island lifestyle, beautiful beaches and top cuisine. Here’s a closer look at this fabulous region of Greece. The Ionian Sea in Mythology The Ionian
The Aegean – History, Myth, and a Glorious Present
Nothing conjures the eternal soul of Greece like the Aegean, the sea to the east of mainland Greece, where most of the famous islands are located. Sailing the Aegean is one of the most cherished items on the wish list of many, and the shores of the Aegean are dotted with remarkable monuments. The Aegean
Giving Back:Conscientiousness and Travel in Greece
What travelers usually treasure the most from their visits to Greece - as dazzling as the Aegean and inspiring as the antiquities may be - so very often ends up being the people and culture that they encounter. At the heart of that culture is generosity. As a boutique travel designer specializing in custom experiences
Giving Back: Awareness-Based Greek Travel and Organisations Making a Positive Impact
Travel in Greece is so conducive to inspiring mindfulness. Here, in the pristine landscapes, engaging with the warmth and genuineness of the Mediterranean character, one feels a renewed sense of connection - with others, with the earth, with the flora and fauna. It engenders both a sense of spiritual well-being, and a desire to connect
Greek Winter Escapes – Thematic City Breaks
Winter is a fantastic time to get back in touch with culture. Greece’s cities are at their best in this almost always sunny - but not very hot - season, with cultural events and festivals, new exhibitions, and a host of other delights. Here are some of the nicest ways to enjoy an urban holiday,
Greek Autumn Escapes: Secret lakes – Doxa, Kourna, Vegoritida
With the arrival of autumn, the light of Greece grows more golden, as the foliage begins to turn. This is the season when Greece’s lakes are at their best - the birds are migrating, the days are cool enough for some wonderful hikes, and the colors of the season are reflected the lakes’ glassy surfaces.
Ioannina and the Surrounding Region: An Ideal Destination for Fall
Ioannina, in the verdant heart of central Greece, is a wonderful destination for fall. A cultured and elegant town situated on a lake, it is also near some of Greece’s best loved traditional villages. The Lake and the Island Lake Pamvotida is very often called simply the lake of Ioannina. This lovely small city
Pelion – A Magical Autumn Escape
Although well-known among Greeks, gorgeous Pelion somehow still counts as a somewhat under the radar destination. Easily reached and by no means remote, it is still a place that must be sought out. This forested peninsula on the eastern shores, a couple of hours north of Athens, is a refuge of culture and authenticity, dotted
Villa Ultima Corfu – An Emerald in the Ionian Sea
Corfu is without doubt one of the most glamorous destinations of Greece. Like an emerald in the Ionian sea, this lush green island has a uniquely aristocratic history. Three centuries of Venetian rule have given the island some grand fortifications, lending an air of romance. Periods of French and then British rule followed, further enriching