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Greek Gods & Goddesses
Free clip art images of many Greek gods and goddesses. Fast facts on all the Greek gods and goddesses.

Aphrodite, goddess of love
Aphrodite, Greek goddess of love and beauty. Fast facts on Aphrodite, myths, attributes, aspects, stories.

Ares Greek God of War
Fast Facts on Ares - Irritable Greek God of Battles, War, and Warfare.

Apollo, Greek God of the Sun
Quick facts about Apollo, the Greek God of the Sun, from deTraci Regula.

The Parthenon & Athena
Athena and the Parthenon - Quick facts about the Parthenon and Athena, the Greek Goddess of Wisdom, from deTraci Regula.

Zeus, King of the Gods
The Greek god Zeus, King of the Gods, ruler of Mount Olympus. A quick look at the Greek god of the sky whose symbol is the thunderbolt.

Hades, King of the Dead
A quick look at the myths of the Greek god Hades, King of the Dead, abductor of Persephone.

Olympian Gods and Goddesses
Greek mythology - the twelve Olympian gods and goddesses of Greece, including Artemis, Aphrodite, Apollo, Ares, Athena, Poseidon, Hestia, Hephaestus, Zeus, Demeter, Hermes, Hera.

Poseidon God of the Sea
Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea and oceans, earthquakes, and horses.

Hera - Greek Goddess
Hera, the Greek goddess of marriage, wife of Zeus, mother of Ares and Hephaestus

Artemis, goddess of the wild
Artemis, Greek goddess of wild things - a quick look at Artemis, her myths, attributes, and temple sites.

Eros, Greek god of love
Fast facts on the Greek god of love, Eros, son of Aphrodite.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Hades
A free image of the Greek god Hades, perfect to dress up your school report.

Persephone
Persephone - kidnapped goddess or runaway daughter? Fast facts on the Greek goddess Persephone, also known as Kore.

Hephaestus Greek God
Quick look at Hephaestus, Greek god of the Forge, husband to the goddess Aphrodite.

Greek Easter Dates
Greek Easter dates for the years 2008, 2009, 2010 and beyond. Travel to Greece during Easter season. Easter Sunday dates for 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012.

Athens, Greece Sightseeing
Traveling to Greece? Check out these must-see monuments and attractions in Athens, Greece.

Parthenon and the Acropolis
Fast facts on the Parthenon and the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. When it was built, who built it, and why it is so important to the Greeks.

Saying Hello to Greece - in...
Learn easy words and phrases in Greek to make your vacation in Greece even better. While most Greeks in the tourist industry speak English, nothing warms your reception more than a few words in Greek.

Hercules, hero of Greece
Hercules, semi-divine hero of Greek myth. Adventures of Hercules, his attributes, myths, and stories. Fast facts on Hercules.

Demeter, Goddess of Plants
Fast facts on Demeter, Greek goddess of agriculture, mother of Persephone.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Zeus
Another great free clip art image of Zeus, King of the Gods, perfect to dress up your school report.

Pandora and Her Box
A quick look at Pandora and the opening of the box that brought troubles into the world.

Hestia, Goddess of the Hearth
Hestia - Olympian goddess of home and hearth. Greek goddess of the hearthfire.

Hermes, God of Travelers
Find some fast facts on the Greek god Hermes, patron of travelers, guide of souls, troubleshooter for Zeus.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Aphrodite
A free clip art image of a statue of the Greek goddess Aphrodite.

Medusa (The Gorgon)
Learn about the Gods and Goddesses of Greece - Medusa, also known as the Gorgon.

Cheap Flights to Greece
Find cheap flights to Athens and other flights to Greece from a variety of sources - and learn when cheap really isn't. Flying to Greece doesn't have to be expensive.

Greece Visa Requirements
Visa requirements for Greece for the EU (European Union), United States, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, Brazil, Angola, Bangladesh, the Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, and Turkey, and many others.

Zeus
The Greek god Zeus, King of the Gods, ruler of Mount Olympus. A quick look at the Greek god of the sky whose symbol is the thunderbolt.

Olympic Airlines Update
Olympic Airlines The once-renowned flagship airline of Greece is turning around. Is it your best bet to fly to Greece? Find out more about Olympic Airlines before you book your ticket to Greece.

Currency Converters
Convert currency to and from dollars and euros with this fast, easy to us converter. Find out what your money is worth in Greece.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Ares
A free clip art image of the Greek god Ares, perfect to dress up your school report.

What NOT to pack for Greece
Greece Travel - What NOT to pack for Greece - leave this stuff at home.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Picture - Athena
A free image of a statue of the Greek goddess Athena.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Artemis
A free clip art image of a statue of the Greek goddess Artemis.

Fast Facts on Greece
Quick information on Greece. Basic facts on Greece, including life expectancy in Greece, the geographic location of Greece, government of Greece, latitude and longitude of Greece.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Zeus
A great free image of Zeus, King of the Gods, perfect to dress up your school report.

The ABCs of Greek
Learn the Greek alphabet - here are all 24 letters of the Greek alphabet, from alpha to omega.

Hotels Near Athens Airport
Athens Airport Hotels - See a selection of hotels located near the Athens Airport in Athens, Greece.

Acropolis & Parthenon
The Acropolis and its crowning temple, the Parthenon, symbolize Greece like nothing else.

Pegasus, the Winged Horse
Quick look at Pegasus, the winged flying horse of Greek mythology.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Apollo
A free clip art image of the Greek god Apollo, perfect to dress up your school report.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Hermes
A free image of the Greek god Hermes, perfect to dress up your school report.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Demeter
A free clip art image of the Greek goddess Demeter, perfect to dress up your school report.

Greek All-Inclusive Resorts
Want a stress-free, well-planned, and entertaining getaway? Try an all-inclusive resort trip. Virtually everything is included and many of these packages are great values for families.

Planning your trip to Greece
Greece travel planner - plan your perfect trip to Greece with these resources.

Greek Flag Symbolism
The Greek Flag - what's the history and meaning of the flag of Greece? Pictures of the flag of Greece.

Flights to Athens, Greece
Airlines flying to Athens, Greece, including smaller regional airlines flying into Athens and offering connecting flights to Greece.

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines, sometimes called Aegean Airways, has been competing with Olympic Airways for several years. Find discounts for Aegean Airlines. Passengers of both Aegean Airlines and Olympic Airlines are rejoicing.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Picture - Hera
A free clip art image of the Greek goddess Hera, perfect to dress up your school report.

Red Beach, Crete
A reader reports on travels to nude beaches in Greece.

Airports in Greece - Heraklion
Airport Greece Heraklion - information on the airport on the Greek island of Crete (Kriti, Kreta, Creta). Cheap flights, airport information, travel tips.

Greek Gods - Pan
Learn about the Gods and Goddesses of Greece - Pan.

Festivals in Greece
Greek festivals throughout Greece, in Athens, on Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Rhodes, and many other places. Holidays, traditional celebrations, feast days, saint's days, and name days in Greece.

Greece in October
Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. October is a Greece lovers' secret. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.

Greek Gods and Goddesses - Picture - Medusa (The Gorgon)
A free image of the Greek demi-goddess Medusa (The Gorgon).

Greek Roadsigns
Greek alphabet cheat sheet

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Hephaestus
A free image of the Greek god Hephaestus, perfect to dress up your school report.

Piraeus Port of Athens
Piraeus, the Port of Athens, has history and charms all its own. From deTraci Regula, your Greece for Visitors guide.

Greece in September
Greek Travel - Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Try September for a fall getaway to Greece. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.

Greek Gods and Goddesses
Meet the Greek Gods and Goddesses on their own territory at these ancient sites throughout Greece. Visit the best Greek temples and sacred sitesm including the Temple of Apollo, the Temple of Poseidon, Athena's home on the Acropolis, and others.

Greece in June
Greece in June. Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Early June is a great bargain. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.

Speak Tourist Greek
Learn a few words of Greek for your Greek cruise or vacation, and find a warmer welcome everywhere. An easy, fun introduction to the Greek language which will enhance your travel in Greece.

Athens Airport at Spata
The Athens, Greece airport is visited by most travelers to Greece at some point. Here's what to expect.

Red Beach, Santorini
A reader reports on travels to nude beaches in Greece, including Red Beach on Santorini.

Rockwave Festival
ROCKWAVE UPDATE: Information on the Rockwave Festival in Greece. Location and lineup for the Rockwave Festival.

Greek Airport Codes
Looking for Greek airfares on line? These IATA airport codes for Greece will help you get the rates for Athens, Greece instead of Athens, Georgia!

Paradise Beach, Mykonos
Does this world-famous nude beach on the Greek island of Mykonos live up to its reputation?

Olympia & Mount Olympus
Olympia and Mount Olympus - Similar names, different destinations, both unforgettable spots in Greece. Learn the difference between Olympia and Mt Olympus.

Nat. Archaeological Museum
The National Archaeological Museum of Athens is a world-class museum worth many hours of wandering.

News Headlines from Greece
Check the major news headlines from several on-line English-language news sources and newspapers in Greece - the Athens News Agency, Kathimerini, Athens News Weekly, and the Macedonian Press Agency.

Greek Island Cruises
Choose a great Greek cruise for your vacation in Greece.

Olympic Torches
Enjoy a look at the historic torches carried by runners to the Olympic Games displayed at the Zappeion in Athens during the 2004 Summer Olympic Games.

Holiday Inn - Athens, Greece
A new hotel opens near the airport in Athens, Greece.

Temperature Converter
Learn this easy method to convert Celsius temperatures to Fahrenheit, and vice-versa. Understand the weather reports in Greece - how hot will it be in Athens tomorrow?

Santorini
Santorini enchants visitors with incredible natural beauty, Atlantis legends, wine and fine dining.

Super Paradise Beach
Super Paradise - A renowned nude beach on Mykonos.

Demeter & Persephone
A free image of the Greek goddess Demeter and her daughter Persephone.

Greek Tours and Cruises
Discover what tours are right for you for your trip to Greece. Choose from Greek island cruises, full tour packages, coach tours, short trips from Athens, Greek island hopping, and more.

Cape Sounion
A local favorite as well as a tourist essential, the sunset as seen through the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion will light your dreams long after you've left Greece behind.

Top Ten Unknown Destinations in Greece - Alonissos
The island and wildlife preserves of Alonissos.

Island Hopping by Hydrofoil
Travel the Greek islands by hydrofoil, the fast flying dolphins zooming between the Greek islands and the mainland of Greece. Faster than ferries, they may be your best travel option.

Call Greece/ Call From Greece
Need to call Greece or call from Greece? Here's a few tips on how to make an international phone call, and what you need to add when making a call in Greece.

Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Zeus on Coins
Another free image of Zeus, King of the Gods.

Small Hotels in Athens, Greece
You can stay in an anonymous box or in a Greek oasis. Explore the inexpensive, charming small hotels and pensions of Athens. From deTraci Regula, your Greece for Visitors guide. Find out everything you need to know about Greek travel.

Marmara Beach
Even the stones at Marmara beach are smooth and rounded, some of them made of the same marble that gives the area its name. It's been a popular nude sunbathing beach for years - but are those days ending?

Unforgettable Souvenirs
Find Greek souvenirs you'll never forget - because you'll be using them every day.

Leaders of Greece
Who is the President of Greece? Who is the Prime Minister of Greece?

The Island of Mykonos
Internationally popular, Mykonos charms despite its overpopularity.

Travel between Greece & Egypt
Travel from Greece to Egypt - it can be done cheaply with this "secret" combination of ferries.

Scuba Diving in Greece
Scuba Diving in Greece - Underwater Greece is overwhelming, with terrific dive sites and inexpensive dive vacation packages. This growing water sport is attracting new divers as well as experienced ones, with many schools offering PADI and CMAS levels and special courses in underwater photography.

Dionysus Greek God
Quick look at Dionysus, Greek god of wine, a son of Zeus.

Epidaurus Theater
The Theater of Epidaurus is dramatic in itself. Enhance your Greek travels with a visit to the Peloponnese to see this amazing theater and extensive ancient site.

Filaki Beach, Crete
Reports on travels to nude beaches in Greece. Filaki Beach on Crete.

Banana Beach on Skiathos
Famed beach for both nude and non-nude sunbathers, this stretch of pebbles in southwestern Crete entrances visitors and fresh spring water attracts long-term visitors.

Rail Passes for Greece
Trains to Greece, European Rail Passes for Greece, Greek train passes, new trains and train routes in Greece.

Fine Dining in Athens Greece
A reader provides an intimate look at the finest restaurants in Athens, Greece.

Greece in May
Greece in May. Some say it's the best month of all to travel to Greece. Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. What's the best month for you? Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.

Athens, Greece Tours
Athens Greece Tours - tours and short trips to take in and around Athens, Greece. Buy in dollars and avoid the high Euro exchange rates in Greece.

Baklava Recipe
Make your own baklava if you're brave enough - find out how to make this traditional dessert enjoyed in Greece.

Top 10 Reasons to Go to Greece
Find out the top ten reasons people travel to Greece - knowing why you want to go to Greece can make the difference between a mediocre trip and a fantastic one. Find out what kind of Greek traveler you are.

Top Ten - Mycenae
The wealth and power of the Myceneans still attracts "invaders" in the form of tourists.

Olympic Airlines
Traveling to Greece? Chances are you'll have a flight on Olympic Airlines. Is this a good thing or bad?

Greece in November
Greece in November - is this the best travel month for you? Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more

Greek Flag - Photo Gallery
Photo of the Greek flag waving in the breeze.

Greek Music
Great Greek music, including contemporary artists, devotional music, kalendas, folk music, rembetika, and more.

Top Ten - Crete
The big island of Crete offers something for everyone,from party-hearty beach towns like Mallia (practically on top of the remains of the Minoan palace) to the sophisticated, expensive little city of Agios Nikolaos, or the natural wonders of the Samaria Gorge and the "real Crete" city of Chania, or the counterculture enclave of Matala.

Find gifts from Greece
Buy great gifts from Greece and other Greek-themed items.

Athens Archaeological Museum
The flagship museum of Greece, the National Archaeological Museum of Greece in Athens' extensive collection will absorb as much viewing time as you can give it. Museum lovers may never want to leave its extensive collection of Greek art. Added bonus: a newly-reopened collection of Egyptian art and artifacts.

Cape Sounion/Poseidon Temple
Poseidon still reigns at Cape Sounion, a quick trip from Athens.

Airports in Greece - Chania
The airport in Greece at Chania, Crete - best days to travel, cheap flights to Corfu.

Epidaurus Festival 2008
The Epidaurus Festival 2008 presents ancient plays in the beautiful ancient theater at Epidaurus (Epidavros).

Greek Lagoon of Elounda
Photo Galleries of Greece - A peaceful lagoon conceals several mysteries. Discover the magic of Elounda on the Greek island of Crete.

Worry Beads of Greece
The Greeks have grasped the secret to serenity - komboloi (worry beads). Discover this fascinating folk art.

Top Ten Knossos
Irresistible, labyrinthine reconstruction of a destroyed Minoan palace from the time when King Minos ruled the Aegean and the mainland Greeks paid tribute, long before the Golden Age of Greece.

Delphi, Greece
Delphi is one of the must-see destinations of Greece, beautiful in both summer and winter.

Glyfada, suburb of Athens
A quick look at Glyfada, a suburb of Athens, Greece, including hotels, restaurants, things to do.

Greek Island Finder
A quick Greek island finder to help you find the location for your escape to Greece. It also includes Greek regions, towns, and other destinations.

Top Ten Hydra
Easy hydrofoil access from Athens makes this sophisticated little island which bans vehicle traffic a local version of Mykonos - with (some) of the shopping, without the nude beaches.

Shore Excursions
Look at these popular shore excursion destinations and decide which ones are must-sees for you, on your own or on the ship's tour.

Pack Light For Greece
Packing light for Greece for women. Here's how to one-bag it for your trip to Greece or Greek cruise.

Map of Greece
Greece maps - basic maps of Greece showing the mainland of Greece and the Greek islands.

Movies Shot in Greece
Greece is a great backdrop for films and many movies have been shot in the Greek islands, in Athens, and elsewhere on the mainland of Greece. Find videos, DVDs, and more great Greek images here. Was your first "visit" to Greece in a darkened movie theater, watching the glorious land of sun and sea on screen?

Greek Gods and Goddesses Picture - Pan
A free image of the Greek god Pan.

Athens at Night
Shopping in the Plaka is a delightful experience when you're in Athens.

Cheap Athens Sightseeing
Athens, Greece - A bus breakthrough for the budget-minded tourist. Easy cheap sightseeing throughout Athens.

Greece from Space - Photo of Mount Olympus - Mt Olympus
See Greece from space with these NASA photos. Mount Olympus, home of the Greek gods and goddesses, with snow.

Saving Greek Sea Turtles
When the last sea turtles are coming to lay their eggs, the first turtle nests begin to open and baby sea turtles make their way to the sea.

Greece in December
One of the brightest months in Athens, when the cultural scene takes flight, December is often skipped by travelers to Greece. Is it the right time for you? Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.

Hotel Vritomartis, Crete
Reports on travels to nude beaches in Greece.

Greece in July
Travel to Greece in July. Travel tips, prices, weather, and events. Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.

Olympics Dates
Dates for the Olympics 2004 in Athens. Dates for the Olympics in China. When did the 2004 Athens Olympics happen in Greece. When are the 2008 Chinese Olympics?

Fast Facts on Cyprus
What is Cyprus? Where is Cyprus? Is Cyprus a Greek island?

Beers of Greece
Beers of Greece, including varieties, reviews, types, breweries, and companies, from deTraci Regula, your About.com Guide.

Thessaloniki Airport
The Thessaloniki, Greece airport, also called the Macedonia or Makedonia Airport, is visited by most travelers to Northern Greece at some point. Here's what to expect.

Sweetwater Beach on Crete
Famed beach for both nude and non-nude sunbathers, this stretch of pebbles in southwestern Crete entrances visitors and fresh spring water attracts long-term visitors.

Folding Luggage
Need to make a quick change at the airport to handle shifting carryon/stowed luggage rules? Having a collapsible bag with you may save you time, frustration, lost goods, and even money.

Volunteer in Greece
A volunteer vacation helping Greek causes could be more refreshing than a traditional holiday in Greece. Find out if this is right for you. Check out these listed volunteer opportunities, and find out if volunteering in Greece is right for you.

Beach on Elafonissi
Walk to the Greek island of Elaphonissi

Make Baklava
Here's a simple way to make baklava, the popular Greek dessert using filo dough pastry, honey, and nuts.

Smashing Plates in Greece
What's the meaning of smashing plates in Greece - and just how much is it likely to cost the unsuspecting tourist?

Elia Beach
A nude beach on Mykonos.

Driving in Greece
Find out everything you need to know about driving in Greece, including renting or hiring a car, what vehicles are available, surviving the roads, and more

Greece July 2008
Travel to Greece in July 2008 - weather, prices, events, holidays, name days, and travel tips. Get the most out of your Greek holiday with everything you need to know about traveling in Greece in July.

Earthquakes in Greece
Earthquakes in Greece - what makes Greece so seismically active?

Calling Greece
Calling Greece - including time differences, calling codes, and how to call Greece.

Greek Name Days
Name Days in Greece - is it true everyone in Greece gets two birthdays to celebrate? Sort of.

Retsina Greek Wine
Retsina, the uniquely Greek wine. Different varieties, producers, and great places to try this unusual beverage. From deTraci Regula, your Greece for Visitors guide.

Greek Beers - Reader Reviews
Readers comment on their Greek beer drinking experiences, including reviews and where to find Greek beers outside of Greece.