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Windmills of Mykonos: The History of a Landmark

In Mykonos, the wind blows all year-long. This is the reason why its windmills have become the island's iconic landmark.

The Awe-Inspiring Natural Landscape of Greece’s Zagori

Zagori is an awe-inspiring natural landscape with an incredibly well-preserved network of 46 villages and features national parks, rivers and waterfalls.

Lake Plastiras: Greece’s Idyllic Man-Made Lake that Looks Like Switzerland

Lake Plastiras, located in central Greece, is known as "Little Switzerland" for its idyllic landscape that resembles the Swiss Alps. The stunning blue lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and verdant pine forests, captivating visitors at any time of...

The Spooky Ghost Town Where Diamond Mining Once Thrived

Kolmanskop, a once-thriving diamond mining town nestled in the Namib Desert, is now a ghost town visited only by tourists who regard it as a haunted town due to its history and spooky appearance. Its history started in 1908, when...

Lefkada Island in the Ionian Sea: A Touch of the Caribbean in Greece

Located in the Ionian sea, Lefkada is a stunning island, even by Greek standards. It connects to the mainland by a small bridge and is easily accessed by car. With hospitable locals and many activities to offer, the island prides...

Uber Offers Car Rental in Greece

Ride-hailing service Uber recently announced that users in Greece and seven other European markets (Belgium, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, Portugal, Italy, France) can now make a car rental reservation with Uber Rent through the Uber app. The new Uber Rent service...

The 25 Stops of Jesus and the Holy Family in Egypt

Twenty-five locations in Egypt make up the trail that Joseph, Mary and infant Jesus followed as they fled King Herod's soldiers.

Top 7 Christmas Destinations in Greece

Greece has amazing destinations for Christmas. Although it is globally known for its warm, sunny summers, white sand beaches, and crystal-clear waters, the country offers much more. The surprisingly diverse landscape of Greece provides countless opportunities, all the way from...

The Mon Repos Villa in Corfu, Greece, Where Prince Philip Was Born

Prince Philip was born at dining room table of Mon Repos, which means "my rest," and is situated on the coast of the Greek island of Corfu.

World’s Largest Airship Unveiled

The world's largest airship, the massive Pathfinder 1, has now been revealed and is kicking off its initial flight trials. This enormous blimp is four hundred feet long and almost double the length of the world's longest plane, the Boeing...

First Ever Transatlantic Flight Using Green Fuels Takes Off

The first transatlantic flight by a large passenger plane powered only by green fuels has taken off on Tuesday from London's Heathrow to New York's JFK airport. Operated by Virgin Atlantic, the flight is a one-off of its kind so...

The Old Town of Xanthi: An Architectural Jewel in Greece

The Old Town of Xanthi in northern Greece is a beautiful destination steeped in history and characterized by rare architecture influenced by the many different cultures in its past. Amphitheatrically built on the foot of Rhodope mountain chain, the city...

Greece’s Top Winter Destinations

Greece is known around the world for its sunny summers, white sand beaches, and crystal- clear waters, but there is another equally magical and exciting side to the country. There are many winter destinations that will make anyone drop...

The Most Stunning Ancient Villages in Greece

Greece has some true hidden gems when it comes to its ancient villages. Tourism has yet to spoil these towns that are steeped in history.

Lake Prespa: A Greek Eco Park Steeped in History

The Lake Prespa National Park is a place where nature, culture and history mix in creating a fascinating landmark for visitors of all ages