Athens > an introduction to the Greek metropolis > part 1
Athens is the cradle of ancient civilisation and, so it follows, the cradle of tourism.
For years, though, traffic and pollution did nothing to attract visitors. But with the Athens 2004 Summer Olympic Games came a facelift for the city, and a better environment for viewing its ancient sights.
Living in a city filled with historical architecture [...]
Picturesque villages show a different Greece
Sure, everybody who visits Europe makes the obligatory visit to the Eiffel Tower and Buckingham Palace. But to experience the continent in an altogether different way, consider spending a few days in a village, far from big cities and crowded attractions.
The March issue of Conde Nast Traveler recommends 10 European villages where you can immerse [...]
A peek into the throne room of the Greek mountain gods
It’s not until you’ve tiptoed right up to Zeus’ doorstep, close enough to eavesdrop on the conversation of the gods, that things begin to get dicey. A flight of rock steps, slanted downward like roof shingles and slickened by the swirling mist, traverse above an airy abyss and lead to the very pinnacle of Mount [...]
Discover the famous Lefkara lace
Looking for Cyprus handicrafts, or samples of the Cyprus culture?
Two of the best known handicrafts of the island of Cyprus is the Lefkara Lace, also known as the “Lefkaritika” and silver handicrafts. Discover the amazing art of Cyprus traditional Lefkara Lace making, the embroidery crafting which was preserved through the centuries from generation to generation, passed [...]
Cyprus > fragrant isolation
Away from the playgrounds of Ayia Napa, Cyprus is a rambler’s paradise full of exotic flowers and birdlife. We go off the beaten track.
The cool, damp air hung like a veil above the turbulent stream, the towering walls of rock on each side smoothed, over millennia, by its waters. Fig-tree roots dangled from high above [...]
Limassol > beach bar culture
If you want somewhere to pass the evening in Limassol, Cyprus, head to the beach where a whole host of new bars have sprung up.
Beach bar culture has finally arrived in Limassol, with cafes and bars sprining up on the beach itself. There are beach bars for the A-crowd, the in-crowd, the posers, those who [...]
Cyprus > Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa > Superb golden beaches and excellent lively nightlife
Superb beaches
Lively nightlife
Picturesque town
What was once a quiet fishing village, Ayia Napa is now a fun-lovers’ resort boasting many theme parks and other challenging activities for the young and young at heart. The area also boasts some of the most beautiful beaches on Cyprus.
It is now [...]
Welcome to the world of the Greek gods and godesses
The other day I was watching a documentary on the ERT National TV channel about the modern-days soap operas. It was then when I realized that Greek Mythology is not far from modern-day soaps.
Welcome to the World of the Greek Gods and Godesses!
It had as much scheming and fighting as a modern-day soap opera. Children [...]
Slip into Greece and Cyprus > the Hellenic way!
If you’re looking to travel this summer, may I recommend Greece and Cyprus?
Scanning through some of my pictures today, I was amazed at just how much there is to see. The ruins, the culture, the landscape, everything! It is a beautiful country, which fits well in beautiful Europe.
There is something like 15,000 kilometers of coastline to [...]
Your holidays in Greece
If you have an interest in beauty, art, architecture and the classic culture that gave us our civilization, then a visit to Greece is just the ticket.
And a vacation rental of a villa, a beach house or another type of private home will give you a chance to experience this wonderful country that is [...]
