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24/02/2018

BIG PRESPA

With lakes, wetlands, water buffalo, hundreds of species of birds and dozens of fish, the Prespa National Park is one of the most important ecosystems in Greece.

Located on the border with Albania and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), it’s a destination that merits much exploration.

A boat ride on Great Prespa Lake is definitely a highlight: 22 percent of the expanse belongs to Greece, 60 percent to FYROM and 18 percent to Albania.

Boats set sail from Psarades, the only Greek village on the lake.

Tours take from 20 minutes to an hour and are conducted by the boatmen themselves.

Keep your eyes open for the religious paintings on isolated rocks marking the old retreats of hermits

21/02/2018

VOVOUSA

Less than 50 people live all year round in this village, perched at an altitude of 1,000m on Mt Pindos, and they’re separated by an old stone bridge.

Yet for the past three years they have come together in the summer to organize the Vouvousa Festival, a social and cultural event that has attracted a growing number of holidaymakers away from the beach, with photography exhibitions, concerts under the stars, yoga at dawn, riverside camping, truffle hunts in the forest and much, much more, all inspired by the notion of sustainable development.

18/02/2018

MT OLYMPUS

You no longer need to pray to the 12 ancient Greek gods for divine guidance on the right path up to the mythical Mt Olympus, thanks to the brand-new, hi-tech Olympus National Park information center.

Whether you are a climber or hiker, or want to master your knowledge of flora and fauna, a team of experts is there to support you.

You can always make a virtual ascent or ask the experienced eco-guides to give you a free tour.

Zeus is unlikely to fire a thunderbolt at you, but if you are in need there are six emergency and eight well-equipped shelters (with quality restaurants, beds and blankets)

15/02/2018

CHRYSI

This exotic uninhabited islet off Crete’s southeastern coast, known also as Gaidouronisi, boasts sparkling azure bathing waters, beaches of fine white sand and age-old cedars.

Back in the day, Chrysi was a popular hippie destination, but a daily ferry service from Ierapetra during the summer has turned it into a mass tourism attraction, admittedly spoiling its pristine landscape with dozens of beach bars, tavernas and rows upon rows of sun loungers and umbrellas.

Nevertheless, development has been relatively mild, and Chrysi still retains some of its Eden-like charm.

12/02/2018

SOUTHERN RETHYMNO PREFECTURE

Sand hills, palm trees and endless walks in dense ground give the southern part of Rethymno prefecture a sense of an African landscape.

But then comes the sound of the waves.

While the northern part of Crete is following the latest trends and the middle mountainous areas mastering local gastronomy, time stands still in the southern part of Rethymno.

Swim by Triopetra (a triangular shaped cave), meditate on a yoga beach or roll on the sandhills of Aghios Pavlos.

Despite being a tourist favorite, the exotic beauty of Preveli palm beach will leave you breathless.

09/02/2018

KALYMNOS

When it comes to rock climbing, Kalymnos rocks.

Flanked by Kos and Leros, the island of natural sponges is now considered to be the world’s best sport-climbing destination.

If you have a good head for heights, you may just be one of the 10,000 or so climbers who comes every year to enjoy the good quality rocks and 3,000 routes (the Aegialis sport route is the most photographed in the world), which are organized in an exemplary way and follow a range of safety measures.

Pull on your climbing shoes – but be sure you also pack a pair of flip flops so you can take a break at the beach.

06/02/2018

LESVOS – GREEK HOSPITALITY AT ITS FINEST

The island that has become associated with the refugee crisis worldwide has succeeded nevertheless in retaining its charm as tourism destination.

It has wonderful landscapes, a few excellent museums and is the home of ouzo.

Lesvos’ most important asset is its people, some of whom were nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for the warmth and hospitality they have extended to refugees.

03/02/2018

ALONISSOS

Mix pine trees with Aegean waters and you get Alonissos. Travelers who like being off the beaten path, rejoice: this is your eco-friendly heaven.

Share it peacefully with hundreds of endangered species – such as Monachus monachus, the Mediterranean monk seal, which are born in the island’s sea caves.

If you do come, be sure you bring your own tote bag.

The local community is 90 percent plastic-bag free and this eco-awareness has spread to visitors as well.

The island is home not only to the largest protected marine park in Europe but also to the largest Greek underwater archaeological site.

Chances are good that, later this year, divers will be exploring a newly established underwater museum.

31/01/2018

KYTHERA

All the beauty of the Peloponnese can be found encapsulated on this island off the peninsula’s southeastern tip.

It has great beaches like Kaladi and Halkos, pretty cobbled alleys in the main town of Hora, traditional cafés and seafood restaurants where you can dine on fresh lobster, and, of course, located above the village of Milopotamos, the famous Neraida Waterfall, named after the fabled fairies some believe still frolic among the age-old plane trees.

28/01/2018

MESSINIA

An under-the-radar destination until very recently, Messinia started to compete with Mykonos and Santorini thanks to Costa Navarino, home to two five-star, luxury hotels and Greece’s premier golf destination, featuring two 18-hole signature courses.

Warmed by the southwest Peloponnese’s sunshine with white powder-like sand and crystal-clear waters, you will experience an archaeological safari while driving through the olive groves: from the ancient city of Messini head off to the recently conserved Nestor’s Palace and walk in the fields of the glorious Griffin Warrior, who was stirred from his slumber in 2015.

22/01/2018

HYDRA – A HAVEN FOR THE STARS

People are still leaving flowers outside the house where Leonard Cohen once spent his holidays, and this summer, the municipality is organizing a series of tributes and events dedicated to the celebrated singer for an international gathering of his fans.

Cohen, however, was not the island’s only aficionado: princesses, top models, fashion designers and the art elite have all embraced the small Saronic island, which is not inundated by hotels, for its elegant simplicity.

As cars are forbidden, transport duties are carried out by donkeys, mules and small fishing boats.

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