In central Greece, near the town of Kalambaka, is Meteora. The name means something like "suspended in air" and describes a collection of Greek Orthodox monasteries perched 1,000 feet above the Plain of Thessaly at the top of titanic rock formations. The lofty rocks were first inhabited in the ... Read More »
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IOS ISLAND: PLAY ALL DAY, PARTY ALL NIGHT
The Greek Cycladic Island of Ios is a magnet for the youthful, international party set. The main town, Chora, is a quintessentially Cycladic village, with whitewashed, cubic buildings spilling down a slope to the blue-green Aegean, blue domed churches and windmills. Nights are festive, with pulsing ... Read More »
WHY GREECE?
WHY TRAVEL TO GREECE? As grand and timeless as it is safe and affordable, Greece has sights and adventures that will delight the whole family. “My first trip to Greece I did a cruise and classical touring on the mainland. On my second trip, I took my family to Santorini and Athens. Our ... Read More »
Greece Places – Pyrgos Village, Santorini
Pyrgos Kallistis is a traditional village on the Greek island of Santorini, 7.5km from Fira. Visit Pyrgos to soak up the atmosphere of this well-preserved, medieval town and enjoy a quiet escape from the tourist centers of Fira and Oia. In the foothills of Mount Profitis Ilias in the center of the ... Read More »
EAT, PRAY, LOVE IN THESSALONIKI
If you are craving a wholesome, picturesque getaway in 2024, consider the serene vistas and sunny people of Greece. Few nations can claim to be as beautiful or as remarkable. Greece is a welcoming, safe, and memorable destination for smitten couples, entire families, and solo adventurers alike. ... Read More »
Greece Tours – Name That Site!
This scenic mystery site is located on Mt. Parnassus, about 3 hours northwest of Athens. To the ancient Greeks, it was the center of the world, initially sacred to Gaia, the great mother, and an oracle site guarded by the monstrous Python. After the god Apollo killed the Python, he took over the ... Read More »
