31st NATJA Awards – Bronze Winner!

For 31 years, the North American Travel Journalists Association has held an awards competition for excellence in travel journalism. A wide range of categories include Best Travel Magazine, Luxury and Resort Travel, Cruises, Historical Travel, Culinary Travel, Cultural Travel, Sustainable Travel, Wellness Travel and Diversity in Travel. Photography categories include Landscape and Nature Photography, Portrait Photography, Outdoor Adventure Photography and Photo Essay. Alex Kallimanis’ photo, “Golden Birdwatching Sunset on Lake Kerkini, Greece” received the Bronze Award in the Landscape and Nature photography category in the 31st annual North American Travel Journalists Association awards competition. Congratulations to all the winners in the 31st NATJA awards competition!

comorade birds on a tree during a golden sunset along Lake Kerkini, Greece.

Kavala, Greece: A Historic Seaside Spa Town

Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:10 pmConsidered the “Monaco of Greece,” Kavala is ideal for a beachside getaway. Scenic mountains surround the strikingly beautiful historic seaside town. A variety of restaurants offer excellent seafood, meat, vegetarian and traditional Greek dishes, a hallmark of visiting a foodie nation. Trendy cafes and bars offer happening…

View of the Aegean Sea and city of Kavala from the top of the Kavala Acropolis

Property Locations in Greece to Establish EU Residency

Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:15 pmThe European lifestyle is distinctly different from the United States. The pace of everything from business to dining is typically more relaxed. Going on vacation usually means not checking email at all – which is shocking to many Americans. I’m fortunate to have both USA and Greek…

Historic Thermal Towns: A Cultural Route of the Council of Europe

Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:25 pmThere is nothing like stepping into a bath to soak away the stresses of the week. Thermal baths are no exception, with added benefits to our health and well-being. The European Historic Thermal Towns Association (EHTTA) plays an important role in growing this tradition thanks to fantastic…

Photo overlooking people swimming in the Gellert Spa indoor thermal pool in Budapest, Hungary.

Greek Spa Towns for a Fantastic Thermal Vacation

Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:30 pmThe cradle of western civilization, Greece is an idyllic destination for beautiful beaches, an excellent culinary scene and inspiring history. Set amongst gorgeous landscapes, it’s also a fantastic country for natural thermal spas and springs. Bathing in thermal waters is both relaxing and rejuvenating, making it ideal…