Find a Fine Wine
Tuesday February 28, 2006
One of the joys of going off the beaten path in Greece is discovering what lies waiting in the wine barrels on the wall.
Blogger Paros Shepherd shares a liquid ... Read More
Are You Ready for Greek Roadsigns?
Saturday February 25, 2006
For the independent traveler in Greece, understanding Greek roadsigns can help make a trip go much more smoothly. While a wrong turn or two may be inevitable - and rather ... Read More
Greek Strike Ends
Friday February 24, 2006
After a week of irate farmers, rotting produce, and inconvenienced travelers, the Greek government has intervened and the Panhellenic Seamen's Federation is back to work, the "Macedonian Press Agency" reports. ... Read More
Holland America Mediterranean Cruise Special
Tuesday February 21, 2006
Here's an offer from Holland America via The Cruise Division - a ten-day cruise on the just-christened Noordam, embarking and returning to Rome. The cruise visits Corfu, Santorini, and Olympia/Katakolon, ... Read More
Strike Continues Until Friday (?)
Tuesday February 21, 2006
The Panhellenic Seaman's Federation has now voted to extend the crippling strike reported below until at least Friday, February 25th, the Macedonian Press Agency reports.
Greek farmers are protesting all ... Read More
Strike Pits Greek Sailors against Greek Farmers - and Greek Travelers
Monday February 20, 2006
A strike by Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation sailors has halted ferry traffic and is infuriating Greek farmers, whose produce is rotting on the docks. The strike over benefits is affecting some ... Read More
Athens - It's a Mall World After All
Sunday February 19, 2006
In a land of fine artisans, it's hard to believe some travelers might miss the mall experience - but if you've lost your luggage or need to furnish a long-term ... Read More
Greek Hiker Gets Gold "medal"
Saturday February 18, 2006
No one is saying exactly where, but a woman hiker in Greece picked up a 6,500 year old golden pendant, "ABC News International" reports. The item was found in a ... Read More
Walk to a Greek Island
Thursday February 16, 2006
Now, for most Greek islands, a boat or plane is essential equipment for getting to the island. But for one small, nature-rich island off of the southwest corner of the ... Read More
New Tomb Unearthed in Northern Greece
Wednesday February 15, 2006
It has been a busy time for the dead of ancient cultures - first, an amazing intact tomb was discovered in Egypt just yards away from the site of the ... Read More
Athens' Mayor Becomes First Woman Foreign Minister for Greece
Wednesday February 15, 2006
Anyone who has re-visited Athens over the past few years has been impressed with the changes, many of which have been credited to its proactive Mayor, Dora Bakoyannis. She even ... Read More
Weddings and Honeymoons in Greece
Monday February 13, 2006
Happy Valentine's Day! Popping the big question? You might help assure a positive answer if your plan includes a Greek island wedding or honeymoon into the bargain. Read what ... Read More
The Skinny on Aphrodite
Saturday February 11, 2006
Britain's "Daily Telegraph" reports that super-slim model Kate Moss will be portrayed as the Greek goddess Aphrodite in a series of new sculptures by artist Marc Quinn.
The Goddess of ... Read More
Robot Diver Scans Ancient Greek Shipwreck
Wednesday February 8, 2006
An unmanned undersea robot is proving to be invaluable in mapping a Greek shipwreck, Live Science reports, along with photos and videos of the robotic exploration.
First, it was the undersea ... Read More
Greek Museum Giftshops Now On Line
Tuesday February 7, 2006
Nothing beats the joy of acquiring souvenirs of a trip while you're on that trip, and this list of Best Buys in Greece is designed to help you pre-plan ... Read More
Choose Your Cruise 2006
Friday February 3, 2006
Planning your spring and summer travels in Greece? Check out these cruise and tour packages covering everything from bareboat rentals to super-luxury cruise ships.
Santorini sunset. Photo © deTraci Regula
Patras Carnival Pictures
Wednesday February 1, 2006
Looking for a great Greek "Mardi Gras" celebration? For years, the Carnival in Patras has been #3 in the world, right after New Orleans and Rio de Janeiro. And, since ... Read More