The holy monastery of Timios Prodromes offers everything a culture-loving tourist in Greece desires. From the mountainous landscape to incredible architecture, fascinating stories, religion, and exclusivity. With just 50 reviews on Google, this monastery might be the hidden gem of Greece. Location The holy monastery of Timios Prodromes lies just west of Argos, in theContinue reading “Nature, religion, and a box of bones. The monastery of Timios Prodromes”
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Cooking with Yiayia : Traditional Greek Phyllo
Phyllo, or filo, is a dough, used in the Greek kitchen to create the most delicious sweet and savory pitas, the Greek pies. There is nothing more tasty than a pie with traditional Greek phyllo. However, the dough is not easy to make. It requires both time and skill, but the taste in the endContinue reading “Cooking with Yiayia : Traditional Greek Phyllo”
What an after-vacation dip can tell you
Many of us don’t like it when our vacations are about to be over. During a holiday, you can enjoy a free life without stress. You can forget about time and surround yourself with the environment that suits you best. But when this time comes to an end, and you start having nightmares about havingContinue reading “What an after-vacation dip can tell you”
Pool or beach? Where to go swimming in Greece?
Greece is full of hotels and apartments for tourists. Even the tiniest village in a good location has many accommodations to offer. In the mountains, on the coast, or in an idyllic traditional whitewashed house. Luxury, budget, or all-inclusive. With a swimming pool or without. Too much to choose from, and when you travel toContinue reading “Pool or beach? Where to go swimming in Greece?”
Experience the ancient theatre of Epidaurus
In the north of Peleponnese, close to Nafplion and just 2 hours away from Athens, lies the ancient city of Epidaurus. Epidaurus was a small city established in the sixth century B.C. Today, it is a big tourist attraction due to the most well-preserved ancient theatre. The site is on the list of UNESCO worldContinue reading “Experience the ancient theatre of Epidaurus”
Renting a boat in Greece
Nothing is more relaxing than sipping a freddo cappuccino on a sunbed overlooking a turquoise and quiet sea. The Greek beaches are the country’s number one tourist attraction. Perfect for relaxation, watersports, refreshments, and observing natural beauty. However, the most unique and clear waters are often hard to reach from land. Whether inaccessible or extremelyContinue reading “Renting a boat in Greece”
Happiness on vacation. Don’t expect perfection
While planning a holiday, we often obsess over finding the perfect destination. The highest mountain, the bluest sea, or the most beautiful sunset is what we all aim for. However, having high hopes and great expectations for the perfect holiday might end in disappointment. Why don’t we find happiness on our vacation? Maybe we shouldContinue reading “Happiness on vacation. Don’t expect perfection”
How to cook like a Greek yiayia, grandmother?
I finally attended cooking classes with yiayia, my boyfriend’s grandmother. Her generation of Greek women cooks the most delicious meals. Tasty and seasonal, with local products gathered from friends and family who live close by. And one of the goals I had set for this year was to learn how to cook like her. EnteringContinue reading “How to cook like a Greek yiayia, grandmother?”
Being sick in Greece
I have been traveling through Greece, with my boyfriend, for quite a while now. We have seen many beautiful and unique places and traveled many dangerous but wonderful roads. Today, however, we’re experiencing the downside of travel. Trapped in the most shitty hotel room we have visited so far, my boyfriend got sick in Greece.Continue reading “Being sick in Greece”
How to take breathtaking pictures in Greece
Do you plan to visit Greece? Do you want to capture the moment, and share it with friends and family? Or do you want to create amazing art pieces? Whatever the reason is, here is a quick guide on how to take the best pictures during your vacation in Greece! Preparation Before you even arriveContinue reading “How to take breathtaking pictures in Greece”