As the nearest region to Thessaloniki, the Kassandra peninsula of Halkidiki has been the most heavily developed for tourism. Purpose-built hotels and apartment blocks have swamped once tiny villages, doing wonders for the local Halkidiki economy but little for traditional Greek culture. Restaurants have an American/Italian bias with steak burgers and pizzas the staple…
Offering unspoilt beaches and traditional villages, holidays to Meganissi take you back to a pre-tourism time in Greece. The unknown island Meganissi has taken a back seat as far as Greek tourism is concerned. In fact, it’s one of 3 islands that are often only referred to as Lefkas’ satellite islands. Fortunately, this lack of lip service has protected it from development…
Orange beach is also called Portokali and Kavourotripes, the later one meaning crab holes. This pretty well describes this beach that is actually many small beaches or small white sand coves that are found over kilometers of coastline. Be brave and explore as there are many small beaches that are difficult to reach and these ones usually have few people. The main…
When the time comes to ponder your next trip, we get that planning is half the fun. Discovering your destination, investigating flights and accommodation, and finding all of the cool entertainment are all a part of making memories that will last forever. But being concerned about what your hotel will include surely isn t on your agenda. Not to worry: All-inclusive…
Enjoy upscale hotel accommodation at a supreme location ideal for business and holiday travellers! Whether you are a corporate or vacation traveler in Athens, Pantheon is the perfect choice for your accommodation as it provides 15 elegant hotel rooms, in beautiful verdant premises away from the hustle and bustle of Athens, making it one of the loveliest and cheap…
Getting to Thassos The timetable of ferry boats to and from Kerromotti to Thassos is frequent during the summer holiday season months. These Aneth and NEK ferry boats still operate regularly at other times of the year. The timetables do change regularly so it is advisable to check. Holiday visitors arriving by aeroplane land at the Alexander the Great Airport near…
One of the most exclusive resorts in Greece, Elounda Beach was the first hotel’s on Crete’s northeast coast and has since been considered as one of the finest. Located near the traditional fishing village of Elounda with breath-taking views over Mirabello Bay, Elounda Beach is set within 40 acres of landscaped gardens and perfectly blends excellent service, stunning…
The oldest city in Europe, Athens is an enthralling mish mash of the classic and the contemporary—be it architecture, culture, or cuisine. View Hotels (5) Folegandros Island Folegandros is a small island in the Aegean Sea which, together with Sikinos, Ios, Anafi and Santorini, forms the southern part of the Cyclades. View Hotels (1) Halkidiki In a country known for…
Big Banana Beach in the Skiathos area, Greece Are you looking for a cheap Big Banana Beach hotel, a 5 star Big Banana Beach hotel or a family friendly Big Banana Beach hotel? You just landed in the best site to find the best deals and offers on the most amazing accommodations for your stay. When you search for hotels near Big Banana Beach with Hotels.com, you need…
Generally, the weather in Greece follows a typical Mediterranean pattern with hot, dry summers and mild winters. Summer peaks in July and August with temperatures averaging somewhere in the 30s on the Greek Islands – ideal for perfecting that golden tan. Luckily, the sea-breeze that blows in from the north and north-west acts as natural air-conditioning, so for the…
Greece has a plethora of natural wonders, and the country’s famous blue caves are no exception. These are the best places where sun, sea and earth combine to create a wondrous spectacle – which is also very photogenic. Melissani Lake Cave | Kefalonia The legend behind this huge cave says that it was named after a heartbroken nymph, Melissani, who took her own life…
Ancient olympia video ancient greece map olympia satellite view > Olympia Greece Hotels Drouva 1, Ancient Olympia This attractive and well-kept building at the top of the Drouvas Hill in Ancient Olympia is located right next to the divine valley with its ancient monuments and Olympic stadium read more & book Modern town of Olympia is well suited to…
This section will provide you all the necessary information in order to find the best destinations for naturism in Greece. Many people choose to come to Greece not to enjoy its long and popular sandy beaches but to go to some other beaches, small, remote and difficult to access which are perfect to practice nudism and naturism in Greece. In fact, many people come…
Red Beach in the Santorini area, Greece Are you looking for a cheap Red Beach hotel, a 5 star Red Beach hotel or a family friendly Red Beach hotel? You just landed in the best site to find the best deals and offers on the most amazing accommodations for your stay. When you search for hotels near Red Beach with Hotels.com, you need to first check our online map and…
Advertisement Hydra (Saronic Gulf Islands): Old-timers keep waiting for Hydra, with its handsome stone mansions overlooking a picture-postcard harbor, to be spoiled. After all, even before Mykonos and Santorini, Hydra was one of the first Greek islands to be discovered. So far, so good: Donkeys still outnumber motorcycles, and the day-trippers who blitz through…
We compare prices from leading holiday companies so you can find the best deal for you. Gaze at jaw-dropping scenery Santorini’s defining feature is its magnificent caldera, which was formed more than 3, 500 years ago by one of the biggest volcanic eruptions in history. The island is still an active volcano, with rugged lava cliffs towering 300m (984ft) over the deep…
