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New Links on Greek travel
A selection of the many new links continuously added to the Greece for Visitors website. Fun browsing - what will you find?
Right Now in Greece
See what's happening right now in Greece.
Derpapas Mosaics
Inspired by ancient Minoan art and by the beauty of the surrounding islands, this mosaic artist revivifies this tradition.
How to Tie a Greek Orthodox Prayer Rope
This is a different, hands-on approach to this Greek folk art. Photos, even a video.
Greek Marine Weather - Poseidon
Excellent resource for weather in Greece, frequently updated, designed to serve the needs of vessels out on the water, so it has to be as accurate as possible. Forecasts, wind velocities, fog coverage, much more.
Nude Beaches by Sea Kayak
No, the kayaking isn't done in the nude but this very reasonably-priced tour from Northwest Passage visits many remote beaches by kayak, including Matala's famous Red Beach and many others. (It's also got to be one of the coolest ways to arrive short of parachuting onto the sand!)
Send a Greek Orthodox E-Card
Send a Greek Orthodox E-card to commemorate Easter, name and feast days, and other Orthodox holidays. From the Greek Orthodox Diocese of America.
Tempi Hotel
Central, inexpensive Athenian gem.
Webcams for Greece
Terrific collection of live web cameras at locations throughout Greece. From HellasCams.
Parikia Festival on Paros
Watch and listen to the vibrant nighttime festival at this page devoted to the fun.
Trikala Cemetery
Often vandalized, this sad Jewish cemetery still moves visitors.
Volunteer Opportunities at the Olympics
This official volunteer organization is drawing members from Western Canada to participate in pre-Olympic events and as volunteers in connection with the Games. Free to join.
Zannos Melathron Hotel
Boutique-style, upscale small hotel on Santorini offering ten individually-decorated rooms. The hotel operates its own vineyard as well.
Mesogeios Holiday Dialysis Center - Crete
Is it a hotel or a hospital? Hard to tell at this state-of-the-art center supporting the needs of travelers requiring dialysis. Traveling in a group? It can handle up to 30 patients at one time.
Spas on Lesbos
Photos and information on this wonderful island and its unique hot springs.
Amie Schilson's Greek Images
Greece is just as gorgeous in black and white - check out these pristine, unusual images of Hellas.
Animals at the Attica Zoo
Great photos of the birds at the new zoo near the airport at Spata. From Matt Barrett.
Nanos Woodworking
Traditional handcarved icons, cabinets and other furnishings, anything made of wood, large or small.
Athens Traffic
Overly fascinating live representation of Athens' traffic, constantly updated. Nice "How Far Can You Go in 15 Minutes" feature, updated to reflect current traffic.
Pipinas Copper and Bronze
Handmade metal objects and accessories.
Collectors Eye Drachma
From the Athens News, a look at the new collectibility of the drachma.
Old Buildings of Athens
Great illustrated article on the often-overlooked modern architecture of Athens. Read it and you won't see Athens the same way again.
Hotel Segas
Attentive family-run small hotel in Loutraki, a town famous for its therapeutic spas, not far from the Corinth Canal.
Shopping Districts of Athens
From Fodor's, a breakdown of the major shopping districts of Athens, including what to find where.
Stigmes - Regional Magazine of Crete
Award-winning print and on-line magazine devoted to Crete.
Rockhound in Greece
A look at the best places to rock in Greece - specimens, stones, caves, more.
Kerkini Lake
Over two hundred species of birds flock to this lake in Serres, an example of successful wildlife management in Greece.
Lesbian Wildlife Hospital
Located in Thermi, this animal hospital tends to injured wildlife. Stop by for a visit.
Capri Hotel on Euboea
Check here for their specials at this hot-springs hotel on the large island of Euboea (Evvia, Evia, easily reached from Athens.
Maniot Wedding Customs
"The Only Happy Event in Old Mani" was the richly-celebrated wedding. Read about the unusual customs surrounding this event in the deep Peloponnese.
Trikala - Sport Climbing
Hit the dramatic rocks around Trikala. Detailed information for serious climbers.
Mykonos Palace Hotel
Excellent website for this beautiful Cycladic-style hotel on Platos Yialos Beach. On-site restaurant, watersports, childcare, and more.
Glyfada - Emmantina Hotel
Rates, amenities, and a photo of this hotel in the Athenian resort area of Glyfada.
Cyprus - Marjay Inn Bed and Breakfast
In the Troodos Mountains area at Spilia, this pleasant 6-room inn was built in 1993. Photo, rates, amenities.
Greece Currency Import/Export Restrictions
Limits on imports and exporting of currency.
Cruise to the Epidaurus Theater
From Epirotiki, a way to go from Athens to the summer theater festival at Epidaurus in great style and comfort.
Active Tours to Greece
Explore Greece physically and mentally on these upbeat, active guided tours from EcoGreece. Hiking, sailing, horseback riding, archaeological explorations - they're all here.
Hotel Palladion - Ioaninna
Pleasant "B"-class hotel centrally located in downtown Ioannina, within walking distance to almost everything. The website has six language options.
Paleochora - Villa Anna
Pleasant pension in this picturesque town in southwestern Crete.
Old City - Romeo and Rustico Taverns
A pair of dining places inside the old walled city of Rhodes.
