Walking in Greece: In the Shadow of Mount Menalon
The route between the villages of Elati and Vitina takes hikers along riverbanks, to natural springs and through deep fir tree forest. The…
On this Day in Ancient Greece: The Battle of Salamis, September 28-29, 480 BC
As the early morning mist gently lifted from the sea, the young rower gazed out across the waterline in the direction of the…
Walking in Greece: Tackling the Summit of Mount Smolikas
The route Although Mount Smolikas is the second highest mountain in Greece, reaching its summit does not require special climbing abilities or equipment.…
Interview: Tourism Minister Says Sustainability a Top Priority
Vassilis Kikilias describes a series of initiatives aimed at elevating the Greek tourism product, while protecting the natural environment and the character of…
Walking in Greece: Pavliani Forest and Recreational Park
A walk around the village of Pavliani offers endless surprises, from waterfalls to tree houses, a zip line and… the Iron Throne. The…
Powering Down on Hydra
Getting there You can get to Hydra by fast ferry from Piraeus on Blue Star Ferries (bluestarferries.com) or Alpha Lines (alphalines.gr) in 1…
Glowing Praise for Greece from the British Press
Thanks in part to summer-period support from the Greek National Tourism Organization’s Great Britain and Ireland office, British travelers found out more about…
The Assassination of Ioannis Kapodistrias
As dawn broke and church bells rang out across Nafplio on that fateful day 190 years ago, Ioannis Kapodistrias, Governor of the newly-formed…
Greece’s Mt Pelion Perfect for Outdoor Adventures
A French father and his son, three Austrians, a young couple from the Netherlands and two Greeks. No, this isn’t the beginning of…
