Last updated on March 3rd, 2023 at 12:06 pmBy Alex Kallimanis: Crete is the largest and most southern island in Greece. It’s home to ancient civilizations that predate Athenians, picturesque scenery and one of Greece’s best culinary scenes. As we have family in Heraklion, we’ve visited them multiple times over the last few years, giving…
Last updated on March 1st, 2023 at 11:04 pm By Alex Kallimanis: Athens is Europe’s oldest capital. It is considered the birthplace of the foundations of western civilization. The city draws millions of visitors for world class sites like the Acropolis and great beaches around the mainland and Greek islands. As a dual Greek and…
Last updated on December 21st, 2022 at 05:22 pmBy Alex Kallimanis: Greece conjures images of picturesque island hopping amid storied ancient sites. How to spend the perfect week in Greece depends on the individual. If you want to lie on the beach by day and party at night, visit Ios or Myknonos in summer. This…
Last updated on April 21st, 2019 at 04:03 pm Chain hotels and large resorts dominate a huge chunk of the travel market. They lure us with loyalty points and promises of consistency but often rob us of personal touches and a deeper cultural experience. They also have the financial backing and power to shut the…
Last updated on December 19th, 2022 at 04:22 pm By Alex Kallimanis: The Greek islands conjure images of beautiful beaches, dramatic cliffs and narrow whitewashed pedestrian laneways. In summer, popular islands like Santorini and Mykonos are packed with visitors. But late spring and early fall offer warm weather and a reprieve from the crowds. I’ve…
