Getting married in Greece

Planning to get married this year? Then why not do that in Greece. Destination weddings are pretty much anything a future-to-be bride wants provided she likes to travel. The romantic Greek islands represent the perfect place to have your dream wedding and then spend your dream honeymoon. The easiest way to handle a destination wedding…

Cyclades

Without a doubt, the Cyclades are the most popular Greek islands, attracting thousands of tourists each year. They are famous for the beautiful weather, great beaches and lovely traditional villages. Location The Cyclades are a group of Greek islands in the Aegean Sea, located south-east of the mainland of Greece. They stand south of Athens…

A weekend in Athens

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the writer of Greece Travel Guide is planning a vacation in…Greece. And what do we do when we plan our vacations? Research! Athens is the birth place of civilization and one of those cities which should be visited at least once in a lifetime. With that in mind,…

Working Holidays in Greece

Many young travelers choose to spend their vacation working, which can be a lot of fun if you work in a club or a hotel. Money aren’t to be ignored either and if I tell you that usually the accommodation is offered as part of the deal, will you come to work in Greece this…

Shop till You Drop!

Looking for something special but can’t afford it? Don’t be that sure because sales start in full force on January 15. So head to the nearest airport and book a flight to Greece; Athens to be exact. You won’t regret it. You can literally change your entire wardrobe and end up saving money if you…

Hottest Trend in Greece: Boutique Hotels

The hottest trend last year in Greece was the “boutique” hotel. No, it doesn’t have anything to do with shopping. Actually no one is really sure what “boutique” means when we refer to hotels but one thing is sure: it allows hotel-keepers to charge more.

Carnival Season in 2008

If we still haven’t given you enough reasons to visit Greece, here’s another one: Carnival Season! Also known as Greek “Mardi Gras”, in 2008 it lasts from mid-February to mid-March. Weather In this period, the weather is still cold and wet but you can expect really clear days. On the islands, the sunny days start…

moussaka

Moussaka: The National Dish of Greece

Traditional Greek moussaka is still made from recipes handed down from generation to generation. As a matter of fact, the most successful tavernas and restaurants are run by families who have handed the business down from generation to generation.

Fast Food a la Greece: Souvlaki

If hunger strikes and you don’t feel like going to a restaurant, look for a place where they serve Souvlaki. Also known as the “hamburger of Greece”, Souvlaki is a very popular Greek fast food, which can be bought from any “souvladzidika” (souvlaki shop). What is Souvlaki? Small pieces of different meat –usually pork, lamb…

Traditional Greek Villages on the Island of Rhodes

There is a certain magic associated with traditional Greek villages. The white houses, the narrow streets, the archeological sites…there isn’t a better place to experience real Greek life, real Greek cuisine and learn more about the Greek culture. Go shopping in one of the markets, experience the Greek traditions and have fun…all of this and…