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Ancient Greek Technology: Surprising Museum in Rhodes Town
When thinking of Rhodes Town most people picture old citadels, fortified walls, knights in shiny armor wandering the narrow streets and wonderful remains of ancient civilizations. Others recall comfortable hotels, welcoming beaches and tourist amenities. If you're...
Beaches in Thessaloniki or Within Easy Reach
Small Group Trip. Swimming and Relax on Beautiful Beaches ☑ Trip to Chalkidiki to two stunning beaches that are perfect for swimming and relaxation ☑ Spend approximately 2-3 hours at each beach ☑ Flexible for the time and the meeting points...
Rethymno Travel Guide
Rethymno (alternative spelling Rethymnon) is one of the four prefectures of Crete, the largest Greek island. Rethymno Town is the capital of this regional unit. Rethymno Town is located on the North coast of Crete, between the towns of Chania and Heraklion. Founded by...
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How To Spend One Week in Crete [Not an Itinerary but an Active Vacation]
Do you only have one week available and you want to spend it in Crete? Most people will tell you that's way too little time for such a big island. Don't listen to anyone and just book your flights! You'll see amazing places in Crete wherever you may go, so it doesn't...
How To Visit Thermopylae, the Hot Gates Today & King Leonidas’ Statue
Marathon, Thermopylae, Thebes/Plataea, Herodotus Private Tour 10h ☑ With this unique tour, you’ll delve into the Herotodus’ telling of the Persian Wars by visiting all the major battlefields in a single day with a historian guide ☑ Air-conditioned...
Cretaquarium Thalassokosmos – Visiting Guide for 2024
Family Excursion: From Sea Wonders to Mythical Realms Adventure ☑ You'll visit CretΑquarium, Dinosauria Park, the Greek Mythology Thematic Park, the mythological Cave of Zeus on the Lassithi Plateau, the Lasinthos Eco Park, and a traditional Cretan village...
Chania Old Town (Best Things To Do in the Venetian Harbor in 2024)
Crete Wine & Olive Oil Tasting Tour 2024 ☑ Full-day Crete wine and food tour from Chania (small group, better experience) ☑ Visit two family wineries to learn about the wine production process ☑ Taste Cretan, Greek, and international wines...
Crete Travel Guide for 2024
Full Day Trip to Knossos Cave of Zeus and Olive Oil Factory ☑ Transport by luxury air conditioned minivan (maximum capacity 7 people) with wi-fi on board ☑ Pickup and drop-off from your hotel harbor or designated meeting points ☑ Bottled water,...
Greece 10-Day Itinerary & Road Trip from Athens
There are many ways to plan a Greece 10-day itinerary. You can focus on the mainland, on some islands or on a mix of the two. You can drive, fly or sail. When it comes to spending 10 days in Greece, the sky is the limit in terms of possibilities. How Many Days Do You...
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Many first-time Greece visitors choose Santorini and Mykonos. Some try to add Crete or Rhodes into the mix. Everyone wants a bit of Athens along the way.
Greece is a lot more than two islands and one city. The mainland is fabulous. Lesser known islands are amazingly beautiful and welcoming. The Greek mountains offer breathtaking landscapes and exciting hikes.
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I am Violeta, and I fell in love with Greece in 1996 when I visited this country for the first time.
I lived in Crete for one winter and I loved every minute of it. Crete is one of my favorite destinations in Greece. From Heraklion to Chania, and from Rethymno to Agia Galini, Matala, Ierapetra and Sitia, Cretan roads offer scenic drives, full of excitement and scattered with small tavernas where you can enjoy the most amazing home-cooked foods.
Greece was the country I had chosen to be my first home away from home. I find pleasure in returning for small vacations, long weekends, or adventurous road trips whenever I get a chance. I’m a short flight away from Athens.
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