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Aphrodite, goddess of love
Aphrodite, Greek goddess of love and beauty. Fast facts on Aphrodite, myths, attributes, aspects, stories.
Greek Gods & Goddesses
Free clip art images of many Greek gods and goddesses. Fast facts on all the Greek gods and goddesses.
Greek Easter Dates
Greek Easter dates for the years 2010, 2011, 2012 and beyond. Travel to Greece during Easter season. Easter Sunday dates for 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013.
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.
Apollo, Greek God of the Sun
Quick facts about Apollo, the Greek God of the Sun, from deTraci Regula.
Ares Greek God of War
Fast Facts on Ares - Irritable Greek God of Battles, War, and Warfare.
The Parthenon & Athens
Athena and the Parthenon - Quick facts about the Parthenon and Athena, the Greek Goddess of Wisdom, from deTraci Regula.
Greek Roadsigns
Greek alphabet cheat sheet
Olympic Air
Olympic Air - Schedules, flights, reviews and tips on flying on Olympic Air, the successor to Olympic Airlines. Is it safe to book on Olympic Air? What to expect for your flights with Olympic Air.
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
Hades - A quick look at the myths of the Greek god Hades, King of the Dead, abductor of Persephone.
Hera - Greek Goddess
Hera, the Greek goddess of marriage, wife of Zeus, mother of Ares and Hephaestus. Myths and Stories of Hera.
Eros, Greek god of love
Fast facts on the Greek god of love, Eros, son of Aphrodite.
Poseidon God of the Sea
Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea and oceans, earthquakes, and horses.
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 and the city of Athens.
Hephaestus Greek God
Quick look at Hephaestus, Greek god of the Forge, husband to the goddess Aphrodite.
Artemis, goddess of the wild
Artemis, Greek goddess of wild things - a quick look at Artemis, her myths, attributes, and temple sites.
Athens Greece Sightseeing
Traveling to Greece? Check out these must-see monuments and attractions in Athens Greece.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Hades
A free image of the Greek god Hades, perfect to dress up your school report.
Saying Hello to Greece
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.
Pandora and Her Box
A quick look at Pandora and the opening of the box that brought troubles into the world.
The ABCs of Greek
Learn the Greek alphabet - here are all 24 letters of the Greek alphabet, from alpha to omega.
Hestia, Goddess of the Hearth
Hestia - Olympian goddess of home and hearth. Greek goddess of the hearthfire.
Demeter, Goddess of Plants
Fast facts on Demeter, Greek goddess of agriculture, mother of Persephone.
Hercules, hero of Greece
Hercules, semi-divine hero of Greek myth. Adventures of Hercules, his attributes, myths, and stories. Fast facts on Hercules.
Hermes, God of Travelers
Hermes - Find fast facts on the Greek god Hermes, patron of travelers, guide of souls, troubleshooter for Zeus.
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.
Persephone
Persephone - kidnapped goddess or runaway daughter? Fast facts on the Greek goddess Persephone, also known as Kore.
Mamma Mia Movie Locations
Where was Mamma Mia filmed? Where in Greece was Mamma Mia shot? What locations in Greece did they use in the movie? What island was Mamma Mia shot on? Where is Kalokairi? Where is Villa Donna located? Where is the Villa Donna from the movie Mamma Mia? Where was Villa Donna filmed? Where did they make Mamma Mia?
Medusa (The Gorgon)
Learn about the Gods and Goddesses of Greece - Medusa, also known as the Gorgon.
Fast Facts on Greece
Greece - quick information about Greece. Basic facts on Greece, including the population of Greece, life expectancy in Greece, the geographic location of Greece, government of Greece, latitude and longitude of Greece.
Zeus - Greek God
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.
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.
Pegasus, the Winged Horse
Quick look at Pegasus, the winged flying horse of Greek mythology.
Athens Airways
Athens Airlines begins flights in February of 2009
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.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Aphrodite
A free clip art image of a statue of the Greek goddess Aphrodite.
Greek Gods - Pan
Learn about the Gods and Goddesses of Greece - Pan.
Dionysus Greek God
Quick look at Dionysus, Greek god of wine, a son of Zeus.
Greece January - Quick Look
Greece in January - weather, prices, travel tips for travel to Greece in January.
Acropolis & Parthenon
The Acropolis and its crowning temple, the Parthenon, symbolize Greece like nothing else.
Greek Flag Symbolism
The Greek Flag - what's the history and meaning of the flag of Greece? Pictures of the flag of Greece.
Greece in February
Greece in February. Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.
Currency Converters
Convert currency to and from dollars and euros with this fast, easy to use converter. Find out what your money is worth in Greece. Conversion from dollar to euro and euro to dollar.
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.
Cheap Flights to Greece
Find cheap flights to Athens Greece 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.
Quick Look at: Kalokairi
Kalokairi - where is Kalokairi? A quick look at the Greek island of Skopelos, most recently renowned as one of the locations for "Mamma Mia!"
Climate of Greece
Climate of Greece - From the Library of Congress Country Study on Greece, a look at the typical climate and weather patterns of Greece.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Ares
A free clip art image of the Greek god Ares, perfect to dress up your school report.
Winter Travel in Greece
Travel to Greece in December and January provides off-season discounts, light crowds, good air quality in Athens, and rich and moving Greek Christmas pageantry, followed by Greek New Year's celebrations and Epiphany.
Nike, Greek goddess of Victory
Nike is the ancient Greek goddess of victory. Nike, her strengths, weaknesses, attributes, myths, and stories. Fast facts on Nike.
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.
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 March
Travel in Greece for March. Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.
Helios - Greek God of the Sun
The Greek god Helios, the Greek god of the sun. Quick facts about Helios, the sun god of Greece.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Hephaestus
A free image of the Greek god Hephaestus, perfect to dress up your school report.
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 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 - Artemis
A free clip art image of a statue of the Greek goddess Artemis.
Heraklion
Heraklion, Crete - the Main City on the island of Crete
Earthquakes in Greece
Earthquakes in Greece - what makes Greece so seismically active? Why are there so many earthquakes in Greece?
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.
Travel between Greece & Egypt
Travel from Greece to Egypt - it can be done cheaply with this "secret" combination of ferries.
Cheap Athens Sightseeing
Athens, Greece - A bus breakthrough for the budget-minded tourist. Easy cheap sightseeing throughout Athens.
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.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Zeus on Coins
Another free image of Zeus, King of the Gods.: greek gods and goddesses greek folklore zeus king of the gods picture of zeus greek gods and goddesses pictures
Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Demeter
A free clip art image of the Greek goddess Demeter, perfect to dress up your school report.
Amanda Seyfried and the Aegean
Mamma Mia pictures - Pictures of the locations and stars of the movie Mamma Mia! See where the movie was shot. Amanda Seyfried and the Aegean
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.
Easter Dates in Greece
Handy comparison of Greek Orthodox Easter Dates and "Western" Easter dates to help you plan your travel to Greece.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Pictures - Apollo
A free clip art image of the Greek god Apollo, perfect to dress up your school report.
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!
Greek Name Days
Name Days in Greece - is it true everyone in Greece gets two birthdays to celebrate? Sort of.
Amanda Seyfried as Greek Bride
Mamma Mia pictures - Pictures of the locations and stars of the movie Mamma Mia! See where the movie was shot.
Greece in January 2010
Travel to Greece in January 2010 - holiday celebrations, weather, travel tips.
Greece in April 2009
Travel to Greece in April 2009 offers usually beautiful weather, good values and opportunities for travelers.
Greece Travel March 2009
Travel to Greece in March 2009 - holidays, events, weather in Athens and the Greek islands.
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.
Greece in February 2010
Travel to Greece in February 2010 - events, weather, holidays, prices for your travel to Greece in February.
Kalimera
What does "kalimera" mean?
Map of Greece
Greece maps - basic maps of Greece showing the mainland of Greece and the Greek islands.
April in Greece
April in Greece. Find the best time for your trip to Greece, month by month. Early spring is delightful in Greece. Budget comparisons, travel tips, Greek weather, and more.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Picture - Athena
A free image of a statue of the Greek goddess Athena.
Nat. Archaeological Museum
The National Archaeological Museum of Athens is a world-class museum worth many hours of wandering.
Jobs in Greece - Craig's List
Popular Craig's List has a jobs section for Athens and other locations in Greece. Is it a good place to find a job? Yes, if you follow these tips.
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.
Greece in May 2010
May is a terrific time to travel to Greece with low prices, great weather, and light crowds. Go to Greece now.
Mamma Mia 2 - the Sequel
Mamma Mia 2 - will there be a sequel to Mamma Mia the Movie? Information about the sequel to Mamma Mia the Movie.
My Life in Ruins DVD
My Life in Ruins DVD - all about the DVD of My Life in Ruins. My Life in Ruins DVD release date for the UK, US, and other locations.
Greece - How Far Away is It?
How far away is Greece from hotspots in the Middle East like Lebanon and Baghdad?
Fast Facts on Cyprus
What is Cyprus? Where is Cyprus? Is Cyprus a Greek island?
Greek Letter Codes
Need to write a word in Greek on line? Here are the codes.
Fine Dining in Athens Greece
A reader provides an intimate look at the finest restaurants in Athens, 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.
Santorini
Santorini enchants visitors with incredible natural beauty, Atlantis legends, wine and fine dining.
Poseidon - Greek Weather
Poseidon can help you with predicting the weather in Greece. Here's how to get the most out of this useful Greek weather site.
Red Beach, Santorini
A reader reports on travels to nude beaches in Greece, including Red Beach on Santorini.
Rhea Greek Earth Goddess
Rhea is an ancient Greek Earth and Mother goddess. Read about Rhea, her weaknesses, attributes, strengths, myths, and stories. Fast facts on Rhea.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Picture - Hera
A free clip art image of the Greek goddess Hera, perfect to dress up your school report.
Olympia & Mount Olympus
Olympia and Mount Olympus - Similar names, different destinations, both unforgettable spots in Greece. Learn the difference between Olympia and Mt Olympus.
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.
Greek Island Cruises
Choose a great Greek cruise for your vacation in Greece.
Find Jobs in Greece
Find a job in Greece
My Life in Ruins Soundtrack
My Life in Ruins - the soundtrack.
Greek Music
Great Greek music, including contemporary artists, devotional music, kalendas, folk music, rembetika, and more.
Cape Sounion/Poseidon Temple
Poseidon still reigns at Cape Sounion, a quick trip from Athens.
Red Beach, Crete
A reader reports on travels to nude beaches in Greece.
Paradise Beach, Mykonos
Does this world-famous nude beach on the Greek island of Mykonos live up to its reputation?
Flights to Athens, Greece
Airlines flying to Athens, Greece, including smaller regional airlines flying into Athens and offering connecting flights to Greece.
Planning your trip to Greece
Greece travel planner - plan your perfect trip to Greece with these resources.
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.
Kronos, Greek God of Time
Kronos, the Titan who is the father of Zeus. Kronus, his attributes, myths, and stories. Fast facts on Kronos.
Greek Gods and Goddesses Picture - Pan
A free image of the Greek god Pan.: greek god pan greek gods and goddesses greek folklore gods and goddesses free clip art
Quick Look at: Skopelos
Skopelos - A quick look at the Greek island of Skopelos, most recently renowned as one of the locations for "Mamma Mia!"
The Island of Mykonos
Internationally popular, Mykonos charms despite its overpopularity.
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.
Leaders of Greece
Who is the President of Greece? Who is the Prime Minister of Greece?
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 Gods and Goddesses - Picture - Medusa (The Gorgon)
A free image of the Greek demi-goddess Medusa (The Gorgon).
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?
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.
Piraeus Port of Athens
Piraeus, the Port of Athens, has history and charms all its own. From deTraci Regula, your Greece for Visitors guide.
Athens, Greece Airport Buses
Athens, Greece - Another bus breakthrough for the budget-minded tourist. Easy cheap transportation from the Athens International Airport into central Athens and Piraeus.
Buses in Greece
Buses in Greece. Long-distance inter-city buses in Greece. Greek bus schedules.
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?
Kefi
What does "kefi" mean?
Selene, Greek Moon Goddess
Selene is a Greek Goddess of the Moon. Find out about Selene, her myth, strengths, weaknesses, symbols and more about this Greek goddess of the moon.
Hotels Near Athens Airport
Athens Airport Hotels - See a selection of hotels located near the Athens Airport in Athens, Greece.
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.
Top Ten - Mycenae
The wealth and power of the Myceneans still attracts "invaders" in the form of tourists.
Atalanta, Greek goddess
Atalanta is the ancient Greek goddess of running. Atalanta, her strengths, weaknesses, attributes, myths, and stories. Fast facts on Atalanta.
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.
Greece July 2010
Travel to Greece in July 2010 - 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.
Make Baklava
Here's a simple way to make baklava, the popular Greek dessert using filo dough pastry, honey, and nuts.
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.
Gaia, Greek Earth Goddess
Gaia or Gaea is the ancient Greek goddess of the earth. Gaia, her strengths, weaknesses, attributes, myths, and stories. Fast facts on Gaia.
Run the Athens Marathon
Athens Marathon 2009 - Run the Athens Marathon and see Greece.
Sisterhood Movie locations
Where in Greece was Traveling Pants 2 shot? What locations in Greece did they use in the movie? Where was Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants filmed? Where did filming of Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants take place? What island was Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants shot on? Is Alexis who plays Lena really Greek?
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?
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.
Choose a Greek Cruise
Choose a Greek cruise for your travel in 2009 - 2010
Saving Greek Sea Turtles
Want to help but can't volunteer? There are many things the average tourist can do to help save turtles and other wildlife 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 at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport at Spata (Spada).
Worry Beads of Greece
The Greeks have grasped the secret to serenity - komboloi (worry beads). Discover this fascinating folk art.
Books on Greek Mythology
Best books on the Greek gods and goddesses and other myths and mythology of Greece.
Greece Photo Gallery - Temple of Zeus, Athens
The Temple of Zeus looms over downtown Athens.: hades helios 12 olympian gods greek gods and goddesses temple of zeus greece photo
Christmas in Athens, Greece
Christmas in Athens, Greece promises to be better than ever with a rich program of free public events, Christmas decorations, and much more.
Greek Christmas Ornaments
Make your Christmas a Greek Christmas with these fun ornaments and Christmas decorations available online.
Find gifts from Greece
Buy great gifts from Greece and other Greek-themed items.
Free Greek Language Lessons
Want to learn Greek from the basics on up? Then this interactive on-line program is right for you - and it's free.
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