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deTraci's Greece Travel Blog January 2004 Archive

By deTraci Regula, About.com Guide to Greece Travel

Catch the Police

Wednesday January 28, 2004
Many a tourist passes a Greek Tourist Police office and unconsciously straightens up. But there's nothing to worry about - these officers are there to assist, give directions and help ... Read More

Grasping Greek

Sunday January 25, 2004
Join me and other visitors to Greece in learning the fundamentals of the language. Pop by if you want to learn modern Greek? My favorite: a hundred-plus completely ... Read More

Travel News from Greece

Saturday January 24, 2004
Travelers to Greece are getting another gift from the revivified Greek train system. Starting in July, eKathimerini reports that there will be quick train service to and from the Athens ... Read More

Meet a Minoan Mermaid

Thursday January 22, 2004
Traveling in Crete? Make a stop at Elounda's Lagoon of Mermaids where legend has it the waters are filled with a bit more than just the ruins of the ancient ... Read More

Smash a Plate, Go to Jail

Sunday January 18, 2004
In a sign of the times, political correctness has invaded the custom of plate smashing - in Britain, special "smashing pits" are required for public safety in the few Greek ... Read More

Take Advantage of Tourist Training

Friday January 9, 2004
Generally ignored - often with reason - by travelers, Greece does have an extensive train system running throughout the country. In the past, most long-distance buses have been able to ... Read More

Happy Epiphany!

Tuesday January 6, 2004
On the morning of January 6th, in many places throughout Greece, brave young men go down to the shore and vie for the honor of bringing up a crucifix thrown ... Read More

January Beach Escape

Sunday January 4, 2004
It's the heart of winter - what better time to virtually visit a Greek beach? Take a break from wild weather and take a look at Marmara Beach. Not enough ... Read More
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