Tag Archives: Greece

It’s fair to say Greece ticks a lot of boxes as a travel destination. Fascinating ancient monuments. Big tick. Hiking trails galore. Tick. Traditional hilltop towns and charming fishing villages. Tick and tick. And then there are the stunning beaches, buzzing cities, and amazing national cuisine to consider. In reality, you could spend …

Think of travel in Greece and your mind may wander to images of ferries cruising across the turquoise Aegean Sea. Taking to the water is essential if you plan to hop between the Greek islands, but there are plenty of other ways to traverse Greece’s amazing landscapes, including planes, trains, buses and …

With much of the world still struggling to contain and control the spread of the highly transmissible Delta variant of COVID-19, the US Department of State is strongly advising that Americans reconsider their travel abroad to certain countries. The Department of State and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …

Santorini is the supermodel of the Greek islands, a head-turner whose face is instantly recognizable around the world: multicolored cliffs soar out of a sea-drowned volcanic crater, topped by whitewashed buildings. With its reputation for dazzling panoramas, romantic sunsets and volcanic-sand beaches, it’s hardly surprising Santorini features on so many travelers’ bucket lists. There’s …

Spring (April to May) is the best time for hiking. The countryside is green and fresh from the winter rains, and carpeted with wildflowers. Autumn (September to October) is also a good time. Several companies run organized treks. The biggest is Trekking Hellas which offers a variety of hikes ranging from a …

When it comes to hiking, Greece has something for every kind of walker. The mainland boasts well-maintained routes that meander around olive groves and run through dramatic gorges, while on the country’s islands you’ll find ancient kalderimia (cobbled or flagstone paths dating back to Byzantine times) connecting sleepy villages with beautiful sandy coves. Encompassing …

They’re known for their beauty and are filled with history and adventure, all of which make the Greek islands very popular visitor destinations. Now, the country is planning to vaccinate island residents against COVID-19 to encourage the return of tourism. Greece is stepping up island vaccinations as it aims to open to international visitors on May 15. …

Ahead of its general reopening to international visitors on May 15, Greece has reorganized how its beaches will operate. It will also be throwing open the doors of its museums, open-air cinemas and theaters later this month. Beaches with organised tourism activities have introduced new rules as part of the country’s social distancing measures. Beach …

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control’s (ECDC) latest map shows just Norway, Finland, and parts of Germany. The map combines the current 14-day coronavirus rate, as well as testing rate and positive test rate, and puts nearly all of Europe in the high-risk zone. The countries are deemed …