Movies … Everybody loves the sparkle of Hollywood. What happens when this is combined with a picturesque landscape of the Aegean or the emerald waters of Ionian Sea? The sunny Greek landscapes enchant and captivate travelers. Tourists are not the only ones who have fallen in love with Greece’s breathtaking settings.
The Blue Flag is a voluntary eco-label award that has honored 3450 beaches in 41 countries around the world. Amongst the numerous and diverse seas of Greece, 421 beaches have fulfilled all the eligibility criteria for the award of a blue flag in 2010.
Greece is truly blessed. A country of great cultural heritage widely recognized for one of the 7-Wonders, the Acropolis, and other famous architectural landmarks; legendary philosophers such as Aristotle and its infinite islands. The Greeks inherited a great deal from their predecessors. With all the ‘gifts’ the country has to offer, it’s no wonder the wonderful wines have been out shadowed for some time.
Messinia was chosen as one of the top 20 best destinations in the world for 2011, by the National Geographic Traveler Magazine. That’s pretty impressive!
Comparing Mykonos with Monaco is not just a coincidence.
Through the years Mykonos has become the ultimate travel destination not only for Greek celebrities but for the International Jet set as well.
Easter is the biggest religious holiday in Greece. The Greek Orthodox Easter is different than the Catholic one and is usually celebrated at a different date. The lent period starts right after Ash Monday and lasts for 40 days, until Holy Saturday.
The concept of Carnival in Greece goes way back in time.It’s something more than “dressing up”, “trick or treat” and “make-believe”, like it’s customary in other countries of the world.
Benaki Museum is hosting a new great exhibition, dedicated to Dimitri Pikionis, a major Greek architect.
Santorini represents today, the preferred and most acclaimed wedding destination worldwide. With its world famous sunset, the Caldera awe-inspiring romance and the unique picturesque character of its villages, the Cycladic Island of Santorini welcomes each year the most sensational and memorable wedding ceremonies and celebrations.
Unique aesthetics. Extraordinary architecture. Famous masterpieces of a glorious era. The new Acropolis Museum is the latest jewel of the city of Athens and one of the highest-profile cultural projects in Europe in this decade. It sits under the shadow of the sacred rock and the ever blue Attica sky, enjoying the magical view of the Parthenon.
Greece’s rare topogeography includes numerous high altitude mountains, evergreen plains, impressive gorges, wild rivers, amazing beaches, plateaus and about 2.500 islands; not to mention ancient monuments, old churches, archeological sites, as well other places of special historical and cultural importance and interest.
Everyone knows that Greece is the ideal summer holidays destination. Wildly beautiful islands, long sandy beaches, emerald, crystal clear waters, delicious local cuisine, warm hospitality and vigorous nightlife. However, what most people don’t know is that Greece is also a wonderful winter destination.
