Top Things to See and Do on Mykonos – a guide for cruise visitors
Alongside Santorini, Mykonos is one of the most famous Greek islands. Located in the Cycladic islands, it’s a port of call for many cruise ships. Popular for its beaches and scenes such as ‘Little...
Greek dishes – best restaurants in Mykonos: top things to eat and drink
Mykonos is one of those Greek islands, like Santorini, that many travellers will know of instantly. Therefore much of Mykonos caters to the tourist hordes that descend upon it annually. It is possible to...
Greek Dishes – Top Things to Eat and Drink in Athens, Greece
The land of the Ancient Gods and the city that introduced Democracy to the western world knows how to celebrate life, and that’s through food. Eating Greek dishes isn’t merely an activity to fill...
Greek Island escape to Sifnos
**Updated MAY 2018**
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When my friend and fellow writer suggested I come and visit her on the Cycladic island of Sifnos, Greece, I jumped at the...
The beauty of Alonissos
Alonissos is one of the Greek islands hidden gems...there are tourists, but most of them are Greeks, hence it's a beautiful island to come to for a real taste of Greece and her culture.
An Insider’s Guide to the Greek Islands
There's no doubt about it: Santorini and Mykonos top the list of 'Must See' Greek islands to visit - also the most widely known; Santorini because of its blue domed churches and whitewashed buildings...
Alternative Mykonos – more than just a party island
Having lived in Greece for quite some time, I have visited many of the Greek islands. But due to the reputation of Mykonos, I had deliberately steered clear - not wanting to get involved in...
Vorres Museum – Athens, Greece
Located in six acres of lush gardens in Paiania, the Vorres Museum near Athens Airport, Greece was founded in 1983 by Ian Vorres in order to promote Greek art and culture through a diverse range...
“Kalimera” and “Koukla mou” – Greek greetings you’re sure to hear when you visit
We've looked at some odd Greek superstitions such as why Greeks might spit at you when you visit (truly! But don't worry, it's a compliment). There are also some really helpful tips about Do's...
Ftou Ftou Ftou: Why Greeks might spit at you
I love the contradictions in my adopted country of Greece sometimes. Here's a great one related to superstitions and the 'ftou ftou ftou' - or Greeks spitting for luck:
Not all people, but a lot...
Vouliagmenis Lake – Athens Riviera
A unique geological phenomenon, that's how Lake Vouliagmenis on the Athens Riviera (the south coast of Athens, Greece) is described. Why though?
What and Where is Lake Vouliagmenis?
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To quote their website:
"Vouliagmeni Lake, in the heart...
Meteora Greece
Many of you will have heard of Meteora in Central Greece. It's a UNESCO protected World Heritage site and is famous for its pinnacles of rocks and caves, formed approx. 60 million years ago...
The Villages of Pelion – Greece
Ahh Greece: culture, islands, tradition and aesthetic beauty. As followers of my site will know, I am a huge Grecophile and love all things Greek. I particularly love exploring new destinations and showcasing them...
Korikion Cave – a good trek to Delphi – Central Greece
My trip to the Central Greece region included a wine tasting experience, a visit to a UNESCO Monastery and Archaeological site and a Visit to Mount Parnassos in off season travel in Greece. When...
Do’s and Don’ts in Greece – Greek Customs and Etiquette from an Athens resident
As a resident in Athens, LifeBeyondBorders presents to you a post about some Etiquette in Greece - a useful read to prepare yourself for your vacation to this beautiful Mediterranean country.
Best Souvenirs From Greece
You've come to Greece for your holidays and your friends and family are good naturedly envious. You feel obliged to bring a Greek souvenir back for them as a gift, and also for yourself because...
Visit Mount Parnassos – Off Season Travel in Greece
We all know, by now, that there is more to Greece than islands, sunshine and sand. I didn't realise quite how much more, until I was invited on a specialised trip by luxury Greece...
My Hilton Athens Experience
Come and explore my Hilton Athens Experience with me. Not usually being a fan of 'chain' hotels, I was in for a pleasant surprise.
Christmas Lights in Athens – Greece
Greece isn't so big on Christmas - Easter is their big celebration. But Greece does do Christmas lights and every year, in some form or another, in Athens - Syntagma Square is the place you'll see...
Picture-Perfect Rhodes Old Town
Much has been written about my love of Rhodes, it's been well documented on this blog. It’s one of my favourite Greek islands, not least due to the famous Old Town. Complete with cobbled...