On November 26th, 1942, Greek resistance fighters and British soldiers combined forces to destroy the Gorgopotamos Bridge, destroying an important railway link for the occupying Nazis. 2007 marked the 65th anniversary of this date, which was observed in many places throughout Greece.

More on the history of Modern Greece

Viator, an affiliate that offers many short tours in Greece that are ideal for more independent travelers, is offering a 5% discount this weekend on all new bookings.

If you're wondering if the Euro is going up against the dollar in the next few months, you may like the thought of paying for part of your trip upfront in today's dollars. Tours from Athens include a winetasting trip to Corinth, and a two- or four-day excursion to Santorini, plus many others. They also offer sightseeing tours on Crete and many of the other Greek islands. You can also book more basic offerings like pre-arranged airport transfers.

To get the 5% discount, use the discount code TURKEY5 which must be entered at the time you make your booking. The code is good from Thanksgiving, November 26th, through Sunday, November 29th, so it is not good for purchases on "Cyber Monday".

Tours in and Around Athens

Sightseeing Tours on Crete

At this time of year, it's good to remember that Thanksgiving festivals didn't just start in the United States a few hundred years ago - they have roots in many ancient civilizations, including Greece.

And for the modern travelers who find themselves in Athens at Thanksgiving, you won't have to give up on the turkey - hotels catering to American clients step forward with full Thanksgiving buffets.

Weather in November in Greece is changeable at best, as this November has proved, but the trend in recent years is for a few sunny days at least. And when they happen, they make front-page news and the beaches around Greece fill up with sunbathers and even the occasional hardier swimmer.

But for the average sun-loving visitor, other months may be more reliable for sun.

Greece Through the Year - What's the best time of year for your trip to Greece?

Can't stand cold water? Then you'll definitely want to check out this list of Hot Springs in Greece that you can swim in.