23.09.2021. You’ve probably heard the news. After months of confusing traffic light systems, government U-turns and expensive private PCR testing, travellers and travel companies heaved a collective sigh of relief during last Friday’s UK travel update. That’s because the Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced a huge...
Posts Tagged with Greece
Once home to one of the world’s greatest empires, Greece is packed with ancient monuments, ruins and temples. With sites such as the impressive Acropolis in Athens and the birthplace of the Olympic Games, this country’s legendary history is sure to impress. Then the dazzling blue seas and beautiful beaches of the Greek Islands are perfect for those looking to unwind and soak up the sun.
10 Interesting Facts About the Acropolis (4 minute read)
As Athens’ most famous attraction, the Acropolis has been drawing visitors to Greece for decades. And the ancient citadel dates back much further than that – it is estimated that humans have used this hill for a myriad of purposes dating back to the Bronze Age....
10 Interesting Facts About the Olympics (5 minute read)
29 July 2021. The Tokyo Olympics are in full swing, albeit a year late and without crowds in the stadia. With everything that has happened in the world since March 2020, it has been incredibly uplifting to watch the world’s greatest sporting spectacle finally get underway...
7 of the Best Places to Visit at Easter (7 minute read)
There are loads of reasons to travel at Easter: it’s spring in the northern hemisphere, with warming temperatures and trees in bloom. Southeast Asia is also warm and dry. This makes it the best time of year to visit Vietnam, which usually experiences a varied climate...
Cameras at the Ready: 7 of the Best Views in the World and Where to Find Them (7 minute read)
The world is a wonderful, diverse place and there are incredible vistas to be seen around every corner. Whether they’re natural wonders or man-made masterpieces, you’re sure to stumble across some jaw-dropping views and scenery wherever in the world you travel. We thought we’d pick out...
Why You Need to Add Meteora to Your Greece Itinerary
If there was any sight to tear you away from the stunning Greek islands, it would be the Meteora monasteries. Situated in central Greece, these monasteries are perched atop huge sandstone rocks that rise from the plains of Thessaly. With the Greek word Meteora meaning ‘suspended...
Top Destinations for Wine Tasting Around the World
Wine has evolved as a part of our diet and culture for thousands of years. First emerging in Europe, wine-making expanded throughout the Mediterranean with the Roman Empire establishing the wine-making regions that are still found today. Since spreading to the Americas, Australasia and beyond, a...
Where to Find the Best Street Food in Athens
Renowned for its healthy Mediterranean diet and delicious cuisine, Greece also boasts its own street food scene. And there’s no better place to sample it than in Athens. Some of the city’s best food can be found on its streets and this offers a great, cheaper...
10 Greek Islands You Should Visit in your Lifetime
Offering stunning beaches, dramatic coastlines and a Mediterranean climate, it’s little wonder the Greek Islands are one of the world’s top destinations. Home to some of the oldest European civilisations, the islands boast unique archaeological sites and fascinating local traditions. Whether you want to explore Greek...
10 of the World’s Best City Parks
Surrounded by towering skyscrapers, roaring traffic and crowded streets, sometimes all you want to do is find some peace. Luckily, many of the world’s busiest urban areas also contain beautiful green spaces. Whilst some simply provide a quiet oasis in the midst of an urban jungle,...