Welcoming, hospitable, friendly and generous, the Greek islands have once again offered shelter to many refugees. These islands and their residents have stood by the side of those in need, of families, elders and children who had nowhere else to turn.
We are back and it is still sizzling hot. Are you ready to cool off on some of the highest rooftops of Athens?
The heat is reaching record heights and yet some of us are still waiting for the holidays. Even now, the city of Athens offers you plenty of choices for a refreshing break right in the heart of its bustling center.
As summer reaches its peak, everything seems to magically evolve around holidays. No matter where you are or what it is you are doing, you can’t stop thinking of endless shorelines, sun kissed beaches and crystalline waters to simply bask in the sun and swim your worries away…you are secretly thinking of Greece and its unparalleled beaches.
Kicking off with Giuseppe Verdi’s “Aida” at the Odeon of Herod Atticus, this year’s Athens & Epidaurus Festival released its first note right beneath the Acropolis. 56 summers after its first celebration the festival welcomes all cultural fanatics to embark on a journey of theatrical plays, music, dance and astonishing performances that will last all summer long.
When planning your luxury and relaxing holidays in Greece you should also consider the option of your own private swimming pool.
Athens is a very historic and authentic city with eclectic taste favoring world cuisine and Japanese flavors. With so many Japanese restaurants to choose from, how can you pick the best one for you?
Athens remains one of the top Greek destinations to visit. As there’s no end of monuments and attractions in Athens and you may only have a few days to explore its picturesque alleys and top sights, we thought that a mini guide with the must see places in Athens will come in handy.
The current financial, political and social crisis in Greece has become known throughout the world. Nowadays, the majority of people struggle for their survival and try to find ways to help themselves and their families. Fortunately, the economic crisis in Greece has brought in the surface many solidarity movements that could help people in need.
Coffee is one of the most important elements in the everyday life of Greeks as that’s how their morning begins and their afternoon is spent with their friends. All over the world, people meet for lunch, for evening cocktails or early dinners…but Greeks usually meet for coffee!
In Greece, there are plenty of choices regarding winter outdoor activities and sports. The country’s exceptional climate and geomorphology allow travelers to both enjoy some of the most invigorating activities while at the same time discover a breadth of scenic landscapes.
Whether your new year’s resolution is to stay fit, eat healthy, spend more time with your family, learn something new, enjoy life to the fullest, find or embrace love, give back to the community, relax, care for the environment or simply have more fun, there is one word that sums it all up: TRAVEL.
The 12 days of Christmas are the days counting from Christmas to Epiphany. Cycladia welcomes you to experience the most exceptional Christmas holidays in Greece with the 12 Family Cheers of Christmas.
As the countdown to Christmas has begun, you may feel overwhelmed with all the things you need to plan for the holidays…So, take a deep breath and get away for the weekend at some of the most exceptional locations of Greece.
