Getting Around in Athens

Athens is not a small city. Actually, you can easily say it’s huge, bounded on three sides by Mt Ymettos, Mt Parnitha and Mt Pendeli. It spans on twelve hills out of which the Acropolis is the most well known. Thankfully, the places of interest for travelers can be found in a relatively small area…

Public Holidays in Greece

Knowing the holidays in Greece ensures that you won’t be having unexpected problems while traveling in the country. All the public institutions, some stores and even restaurants are closed on public holidays. And some religious holidays are the preferred time for traveling for the locals, hence the public transportation will be crowded. Plan and book…

Guest post: Ios – a wedding destination in Greece

Sitting on a friend’s terrace sipping an iced coffee under azure blue skies overlooking the deep blue sea, I’m reminded of one of the most romantic weddings I have ever attended. It took place a few years ago at a friend’s house on Ios, an island in the Cyclades group in Greece. A slight breeze…

Tipping in Greece

Whenever we use a service in a foreign country, we ask ourselves the following: do I have to tip? And if so, how much? In some countries the tips show up on the receipt, while in others everyone knows how much they are supposed to tip. What should you din Greece? Restaurants You are not…

Getting Around in Greece

When you are panning a vacation, size matters. While I believe that it’s impossible to see all of Greece during a normal vacation, it’s definitely possible to see the highlights of the country in a couple of weeks. But that means you should learn the best options for getting around in Greece so that you…

Free Things to Do in Santorini

Greece is not a very expensive destination but some islands tend to be less affordable than others. In general, the more popular a destination is, the more it would cost to stay there and eat out. When it comes to things to do in Santorini , there are some interesting things which are free to…

Train Travel in Greece

Trains are an excellent way to discover any country, Greece included. But you definitely need a lot of time to do it. The Greek railway history starts in 1869, with the first line connecting Athens to Piraeus. International Rail Links There are two international rail routes from Europe: Through the Balkans: the traditional route through…

Driving in Greece

Driving in Greece can be a real pleasure for those who can drive and especially for travelers who can drive defensively. Driving in Greece is a bit insane and locals appear to ignore the rules. Often, travelers tend to copy the locals and that surely spells dangerous situations. Driving legally in Greece In order to…