A New Athens Emerges
Saturday July 31, 2004
With the advent of the Olympic Games, there have been so many changes in Athens - especially in transportation - that it will seem like a new city for future ... Read More
"Mel" Tells Nudists to Keep Clothes On
Thursday July 29, 2004
Vigorous meltemi winds are sweeping coastal Greece this summer. The rough winds can cause problems for swimmers and boaters, but visitors to clothing-optional beaches may find themselves receiving an extra ... Read More
Prices Drop for Olympic Games Travel
Tuesday July 27, 2004
Prices are tumbling on flights and accommodations in Greece during the Olympic Games. If you put your dreams of Olympic travel aside because of high prices quoted months or ... Read More
Need Assurance? Get Insurance
Saturday July 24, 2004
Travel jitters? Travel insurance is one way of soothing some of them. Here's a look at the (sometimes) wonderful world of travel insurance. Which type is right -and ... Read More
Aegina
Wednesday July 21, 2004
Known for pistachios and the crowning temple of Aphaia, the island of Aegina is also touting itself as a relatively convenient place to stay during the Olympic Games.
Should Divine Blood Disqualify Olympic Contenders?
Tuesday July 20, 2004
Not necessarily - the earliest Games had a truly heavenly roster of athletes participating. And as for Olympic scandals, it turns out that's nothing new, either.
The "Other" Games
Saturday July 17, 2004
Traveling in Greece too early to catch the Olympics? You may want to head to the Nemean Games, where a revived ancient athletic competition attracts 8,000 spectators of its own.
Keep up on the Games
Saturday July 17, 2004
Here is a selection of the best Olympic Games News Sources to help you keep up with the final feverish details before the eyes of the world all turn to ... Read More
"Presidential Delegation" to Attend Olympics
Friday July 16, 2004
The White House has announced that a special delegation will attend the Athens 2004 Olympics next month. Former US president George Bush, his wife Barbara, and their grandchildren, George W. ... Read More
Look! Up in the Sky!
Thursday July 15, 2004
It's a bird... it's a plane ... it's the revamped Hercules we know as Superman? No, unfortunately not. It's the new Olympic Games Security um... dirigible. As part of the ... Read More
Pressing Business on Paros
Sunday July 11, 2004
We may be in the heart of summer but the Greeks are already looking ahead to fall and the crucial olive oil season. Now you can participate in this satisfying ... Read More
The Rhythm of Rethymno
Friday July 9, 2004
Overlooked by most travelers to Greece, and even many travelers to Crete, this atmospheric small city offers unusual places to stay, fascinating shops and handcrafts, authentic music, and an array ... Read More
Playing Around in Greece
Monday July 5, 2004
If the upcoming Olympics aren't enough to remind everyone that Greece has a long tradition of sports and fitness, the fresh victory at Euro 2004 should do the trick. Recreational ... Read More
Greek Victory Stuns Soccer Fans
Monday July 5, 2004
Against all expectations until their upset victories over first the Portuguese team, the French, and the Czechs, Greece has won the Euro 2004 soccer final, soundly defeating the Portuguese a ... Read More
Heraklion Goes Wild
Thursday July 1, 2004
The Cretan city of Heraklion and the rest of Greece is celebrating the unexpected last-minute Greek victory over the Czech Republic football (soccer) team.
For a taste of the vigorous delight ... Read More
Greece in July
Thursday July 1, 2004
It's the heart of summer in Hellas though this July in Greece is a bit quieter than usual, making for an even better July travel experience as many visitors wait ... Read More