Nestled in the tranquil landscape of the western Peloponnese peninsula in Greece lies a place that echoes an illustrious past—the Archaeological Site of Olympia. Ancient Olympia was one of the most significant sanctuaries of ancient Greece, and hosted the Olympic...
PDF Button The shopping in Greece is some of the best in the world. The products are generally high quality and good value and there are lots of unique and interesting things to purchase. But working out which things to buy in Greece can be a bit overwhelming. This...
PDF Button Paros may not have the super luxe beach clubs with the infamous beach parties of it’s close neighbour Mykonos, but there has been a growing number of great spots popping up around the island in recent years that are perfect for a laid back day by the...
The capital of Greece, Athens, is one of the oldest cities in the world. With a history that stretches back over 3,400 years, this city certainly deserves its reputation. Finding great things to do in Athens for kids is really not that difficult as it offers a mix of...
PDF Button Greek food is synonymous with delicious flavours and healthy living. Greeks are some of the oldest people in the world due to their diet and their penchant for lots of homegrown vegetables and not much meat. Learning about Greek food is not just fun but...
PDF Button Greece is a country that offers so much to see and do and at a very affordable price point usually too. While there are thousands of things you could do when vsiting we’ve narrowed down the options to these 111 amazing places for your Greece bucket...
PDF Button Kalamata is a wonderful destination to visit in Greece and there is a lot to see and do there. Its central location makes it a great base to explore not only the wonders of Messinia but also the adjoining prefectures as well, such as Mani and Laconia. There...
Greece is known the world over for its magical beaches and azure blue water. Many of these offer excellent activities such as water sports, swimming, kayaking, and exploring sea caves and coves and there are also several excellent Islands for diving and snorkeling in...
Volos is the capital of the Magnesia region of ancient Thessaly. This coastal city, tucked away on the coast of the Pagasetic Gulf, is Greece’s third largest port and features an industrial heritage to match. In 1955, an earthquake destroyed much of the city but today...
The Bronze Age settlement of Akrotiri was one of the most important Minoan settlements and ports in the Aegean Sea. It is often called the ‘Pompeii of Greece’ as it was covered by volcanic ash in the 17th century BC, only it is 4000 years older! Make sure...
PDF Button Planning a trip to visit Delphi on your Greece vacation will be one of the highlights of your trip – guaranteed!This extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most significant in the country and was once considered by the Ancient Greeks...
PDF Button The Saronic Islands are the closest group to Athens and are home to some of the most beautiful and fascinating destinations in Greece. Located along the Saronic Gulf west of the Capital the islands can be reached in under an hour and are often a great...
Hiking in Greece is a popular activity and is it any wonder why! The entire country is a giant museum, with ancient archeological sites, medieval villages, modern monuments and stunning landscapes at every turn. Greece is also very mountainous which means it is full...
PDF Button The island of Santorini is world renowned for its stunning sunsets, caldera views and unique landscapes. The island attracts vast amounts of tourists each year who are also attracted to its beautiful high end cave hotels and award winning wineries and...
To many people, The Peloponnese peninsula on the Greek Mainland is the ‘real’ Greece, where things have not changed much at all over the centuries despite the fact that many people have discovered it. This is an area where you could easily spend a month or...
Welcome to Greece Travel Secrets!
I’m Sandy, a tragic Grecophile married to a Greek, hoping to help you have the best possible trip to Greece. We want you to experience the famous Greek ‘Filotimo’ before you even get there.
