Beautiful Greece is a bucket list travel destination for most people. Globally renowned for its idyllic islands, translucent waters, and mesmerising sunsets, it is no surprise that 23 million people travel here every year.
I have lived in Athens for the last three years and have had the pleasure of exploring the country extensively during that time. Here, you can find a wealth of information to help you plan your Greece adventure – written by someone who actually lives in the country and knows it really well.
From the quaint mountain villages of Northern Greece to the Saronic Islands, Greece has a little something for everyone.
Christmas in Athens is not the most typical time to visit the Greek capital. However, it is one of the most magical. Without meaning to paraphrase Andy Williams, Christmas in Athens is in fact the most wonderful time of the year! The city streets feel almost magical as they are illuminated with thousands of twinkling … Read more
Reading facts about Athens Greece is a good way to get an initial understanding of the history, background, and culture of Greece´s capital city. The Greek capital has a long, fascinating and tumultuous history. It also boasts a unique culture and gastronomy that makes it quite unlike anywhere else in Europe. Most people are only really … Read more
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos airport is located just 27km away from the city centre and the journey from the airport to the city usually takes just 40 minutes. This rings true whatever transport method you choose. You have several different transport options available to you for your journey from Athens airport to the city centre (and … Read more
There are plenty of movies about Greece to watch to help you get in the mood for a trip to the Mediterranean. In fact, it has been romantic Greek movies set on Cycladic islands, with whitewashed houses and handsome actors that have been the source of inspiration for many people who have suddenly decided to … Read more
Books about Greece make a lovely read for Grecophiles. Whether you want to read something that will get you in the mood for your Greece vacation during your long-haul flight to Athens, or you just want something that seemingly transports you to sunnier climes, the books set in Greece on this list have you covered. … Read more
The Greece Golden Visa program is an initiative that was introduced by the Greek government in 2013. Its purpose is to enable non-EU citizens to be able to relocate to Greece through investment. The most common method of obtaining a Greece Golden visa is through purchasing real estate. If you buy a property with a … Read more