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Crete Itinerary for the Perfect Summer Getaway
A trip to Crete is an immersion into a world where time flows differently, and landscapes change every half hour. It’s worth flying here for ancient ruins, sleepy coastal towns, and breathtaking pictu…
Street food by Greek rules
The first thing that comes to mind with the word fast food is obese Americans peacefully devouring a Big Mac somewhere on a ranch in Oklahoma. However, street food appeared much earlier than the food…
10 Dishes to Try in Greece
Besides historical monuments, magnificent climate, and picturesque coastline, Greece is known for its cuisine with an abundance of Mediterranean motifs. It features plenty of seafood, cheeses, and oli…
Greek Islands: Choosing a Holiday Destination
Feta cheese and olives are great, of course. But there’s also another Greece to visit for a holiday and explore the history of a country famous for its views and myths. Combining pleasure with benefit…
What are the “red” and “green” channels at the airport?
At any border, a system of red and green channels operates. Today, we will take a detailed look at what this means. All goods moved across the border are subject to customs control. However, some item…
Follow the Blue Flag: The Cleanest and Most Beautiful Beaches
Not all beaches are created equal; some are noticeably better than others. And the best of the best are beaches marked with a “Blue Flag”. What kind of flag is this, who awards it, for what, and to wh…
Thessaloniki: Open-Air Museum
Byzantine chroniclers said: “In Thessaloniki, every foreigner forgets their homeland.” The northern capital is considered the second-largest city in Greece. Locals often compare it to a swan that has…
The Big Greek Wedding
These Greeks are an unhurried people. They spend whole days in cafes over a cup of coffee, play backgammon, and since the creation of Hellas, they seek answers to eternal philosophical questions. It m…
Increased Tourist Taxes in Europe
Not very pleasant news for those who love to relax in Spain—starting January 2018, the tourist tax during high season will double. High season is traditionally considered to be the period from May to…
The Oldest Cities in the World
Relaxing among skyscrapers in a brand new hotel in Dubai is cool, of course, but what about a trip to places that are more than five thousand years old? We tell you about cities that have existed for…
Abandoned, but Beautiful Airports
Travel isn’t always about the gleam of new terminals, the sterile cleanliness of waiting rooms, and predictable service. Sometimes the strongest emotions are given by places where time has decided to…
Another Greece. Holiday Ideas
Have you heard of the Dodecanese Islands? No? Well, then remember the main fact — there are… 350 sunny days a year here. The archipelago is not as popular as Crete or Mykonos, but that’s only a plus!…
Coronavirus and tourism: how to travel during an epidemic
Despite the coronavirus being talked about everywhere, many travelers still aren’t staying put. While there aren’t any serious border closures, if anything stops them, it’s only the traveler’s persona…
Did you know that some airports have beds?
Did you know that some airports have beds? They are intended for passengers whose flights were canceled due to bad weather or other force majeure circumstances. These unfortunate travelers are offered…
What souvenirs to bring from a trip?
Souvenirs are not just pretty things that decorate our home; they are memories of places we once visited. What souvenirs do travelers most often bring back? We won’t describe what you can bring from a…
The Most Dangerous Areas in the World: Where Tourists Should Not Go
The world is too vast to limit oneself to “all-inclusive” hotels, but sometimes the thirst for adventure leads travelers to places where travel insurance turns into a useless piece of paper. There are…
Guide to France: desert, art, and Provençal fjords
Our designer Anya spent three months in France among oysters, baguettes, and architectural masterpieces. Now she shares her route and impressions. What is real France like? *** In August, my friend an…
Aerial Journey: Europe’s Best Cable Cars
Hey guys! How about the idea of seeing a city from above? But not just from an observation deck, battling the wind-hairdresser and endless tourists with selfie sticks, but in more comfortable conditio…
Whirlwind Tour of Europe: Best Road Trip Routes
A road trip through Europe is an opportunity to feel free on your journey. No need to wait for trains, keep track of bus schedules, just drive wherever your eyes take you. We’ve put together five rout…
What to see in the Ionian Islands
The Ionian Islands off the west coast of Greece are so beautiful that it’s sometimes hard to believe they exist in reality and that the idyllic picture wasn’t painted by AI. They have everything for a…