The option to go self catering when going on holidays has always been available but in the modern years it has started to become more and more popular. There are a huge number of advantages in choosing a self catering holiday like privacy, flexibility and the most important lower cost. By choosing the self catering option the cost of your holiday will be remarkably decreased as the cost for food and drinks will not be so high as you pay that you ...
Cycling Holidays in Greece
Who doesn't love holidays? Holidays happen to be the favorite time of the year for everyone. A lot of time and resources go into planning how and where to spend holidays. People who are living in non-European countries, usually prefer to visit European countries for their holidays. The reason for that is the combination of rich history and enjoyment opportunities that these countries offer. Greece is one of the most preferred European countries ...
The Best archaeological sites in Greece
Greece is a country rich in culture, history, archaeological sites that reflect the history of the country itself. Tourists to the place are captivated by the history itself. The country is regarded as a place of gods and goddesses who once touched the earth. Read this guide to know more about the best archaeological sites in Greece. Greece offers travelers a unique experience from the Antiquity to the Modern Age. From ancient rituals to ...
How to Survive Long Flights
Let's start with the bad news: Long flights can be a nightmare! Whether you are a smoker or not, whether you are traveling first class or you are crammed at the back of the aircraft, whether you manage to sleep or stay awake listening to the snoring right next to you. The oxygen in the cabin reaches the limits of adequacy, the seven-hour long immobility is not the best friend of the human body and the usually not so good tasting awful food ...
The most famous Ancient Greek Heroes
In the rich Greek ancient history, we meet very often myths and stories about heroes. But what this means? What is a hero? The people from the ancient years were admiring and honoring men who had a great physical strength and braveness. These are the famous men of the antiquity who have been inspiration for myths and for literature generally, they are not only famous in Greece but they are glorified worldwide. We can separate the Ancient Greek ...
Earthquakes in Greece – Measures of Precaution
What is an earthquake? The official definition by the Geological Science is that an earthquake is a sudden release of energy in the earth's crust or upper mantle, usually caused by movement along a fault or by volcanic activity and can be reason for the generation of seismic waves which can be destructive. The location below the earth’s surface where the earthquake starts is called the hypocenter, and the location directly above it on the ...
The islands of Koufonisia
The islands of Koufonisia are in fact a complex of consisting of two islands; these are the island of Pano Koufonisi which is settled and has a lot of tourist amenities, and the island Kato Koufonisi which is entirely unoccupied and can be visited only for a beach trip from Pano Koufonissi. Situated between the beautiful Cycladic islands of Naxos and Amorgos, Koufonisia islands are a wonderful place for leisure, fantastic for walking and cycling. ...
Kalavryta: Vouraikos gorge with Odontotos rack railway
Kalavryta and the surrounding area are a touristic resort throughout the year. It’s a land with history and incomparable natural beauties. For thousands of years, the Vouraikos River starts its journey from Kalvryta, runs through the homonymous gorge and is poured at Diakopto into the Corinthian Gulf. Odontotos rack railway or cog railway is considered as the most impressive train trip in Balkans. This route starts from the seaside town Diakopto ...