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Snow-covered mountains with a ski lift in the foreground stretch across a winter landscape under a cloudy sky, reminiscent of the stunning Greek ski resorts.
18
Dec

Skiing in Greece – The 10 Best Greek Ski Resorts

You love Greece but have you thought of skiing in Greece? Read on to discover what to expect from a ski holiday in Greece, the 10 best Greek ski resorts, and all the other practical information you need to have the ultimate skiing holiday in Greece. Come winter, the country’s mountainous side springs back to...
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A large group of people dressed in vibrant bird costumes with colorful feathers parade down a busy street, capturing the festive spirit of Apokries.
18
Dec

Apokries – The Ultimate Guide to Greece’s Carnival Festivities

Carnival season in Greece means the winter is slowly giving way to early spring and people are naturally very happy about it. It includes public festivities, costume parties, celebrations with music, drinks, street-side barbequing, dressing up, and pranking for weeks on end. I love Apokries because it brings out the playful Greek spirit and brings...
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A sunny courtyard with stone paving, whitewashed walls, potted plants, and a large tree overlooks the calm blue sea of Sikinos Island.
17
Dec

Sikinos Island Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Beaches, and Tips

This guide covers everything you need to know about Sikinos—from its highlights and local flavors to practical travel tips and historical insights.
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A cheerful crowd of people dressed in Santa costumes gathers outdoors in Athens, many holding smartphones. It’s one of the lively things to do during the Christmas season!
16
Dec

Athens Christmas: 21 Best Things to Do in Athens at Christmas

Athens is one of the trendiest European cities and an Athens Christmas is as much fun and as memorable as any “traditional” winter destination. I just don’t notice the cold here at Christmastime, because everyone around me is having so much fun and there’s a real feeling of excitement in the air. Here I share...
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White houses dot a hillside by the sea under a clear blue sky on picturesque Kythnos Island, with rugged terrain in the background.
22
Nov

Kythnos Island Travel Guide

Discover all the main attractions on Kythnos Island, Greece, including its best beaches, what to eat, and how to get around.
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A crowd gathers in Greece for an Epiphany celebration, with people standing in shallow water and a man holding a wooden cross.
16
Nov

Epiphany in Greece

In Greece, the month-long festive season ends on January 6th with the interesting and deeply traditional celebration of Epiphany. A public holiday with open space rituals second to none, Epiphany in Greece is beautiful to watch and enjoy even as a non-religious spectator. In this article, I explain how I came to love the traditional...
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Serifos port, Serifos Island, Greece
10
Nov

Serifos Island Travel Guide

Essential travel guide to Serifos Island: Don't miss the top sights of Serifos Island, where to eat, when to go, how long to stay + map
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Sifnos Island, greece - A small coastal village on the island of Sifnos with white buildings is set against rocky hills. Boats are moored on the calm turquoise sea near the sandy shore. A perfect spot for any travel guide, it offers serene views and a peaceful retreat.
05
Nov

Sifnos Island Travel Guide

Discover Greece's Sifnos Island in the Cyclades with fine sand beaches, gourmet food, and gorgeous villages, before everyone else finds it!
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A model ship with a Greek flag, echoing beloved Greek Christmas traditions, is displayed outdoors on a table near a chalkboard sign.
04
Oct

10 Wonderful Greek Christmas Traditions

From annoying goblins, the pomegranate smashing, and street singing, all the way to the official blessing of the water, Greek Christmas traditions are a wonderful variety of cultural and religious activities undertaken all around the country during a month-long festive season. In this article, I explain the most interesting Greek Christmas traditions, Greek Christmas food,...
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