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Athens One Day Cruise: 3 Greek Islands in 12 hours

Last updated on February 10th, 2025 at 05:58 pmSome believe you have to travel far from Athens and the Parthenon to find the true beauty and relaxation Greece has to offer. But first time visitors to Greece shouldn’t skip the Athenian capital all together. The beauty and essence of Greek life is everywhere, including Athens and…

What Does the Parthenon Look Like?

Last updated on January 17th, 2025 at 02:40 pmAt nearly 2,500 years old, the Parthenon is one of the world’s most famous buildings. We all learned about it at school at some point, and it’s as iconic as the Roman Colosseum and the pyramids in Egypt. The Parthenon was built as a Temple to the…

10 Reasons Athens Might be Europe’s Greatest City

Last updated on February 28th, 2025 at 03:29 pmAthens is the oldest capital city in Europe, with a population of around 5 million people. With history spanning thousands of years, Greece is considered the birthplace of western civilization. The long recession has allowed Athens to transform itself into a multi-layered society influenced by European neighbors….

Arlington National Cemetery: What You Shouldn’t Miss

Last updated on December 4th, 2020 at 10:51 pmThis summer we had a chance to visit Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, just across the Potomac River from Washington, DC. It’s a moving experience to honor those who have died in combat. Here’s the history behind the cemetery and several spots you shouldn’t miss during…