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Explore the Lasithi plateau on holiday in Crete and discover many beautiful sights and an authentic image of Crete.The plain of Lasithi is located inland between Helaklion and Aghios Nikoloas. Surrounded by mountains this isolated plateau is a fertile area at an altitude of 800 metres where temperatures are a good five degrees cooler than the coast.The Cretans have cultivated this area for centuries, the main crops being potatoes and corn. A classic image of the plain is that of the pretty white windmills which are to be found here and there in various...
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Aqualand in Corfu is reputedly amongst the most amazing aqua parks in Europe, a claim which may well be right.The park is absolutely huge and boast a wide range of attractions including the Crazy River, the Lazy River, Giant slides, The Hydri-tube, the Four Twisters and the Black Hole, all sure to provide thrills and spills whilst you can also relax in the huge Jacuzzi and pool.For younger children there is an equally huge variety of entertainment with children’s waterslides, the screaming frog, shower mushrooms and a host of indoor games as well....
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Holiday events in Greece 2012 start shortly; here is our summary of what’s happening on the social calendar for Greece in 2012.The Hellenic Festival takes place in the Herodes Atticus theatre in Athenes from June to September. A variety of events are on offer including Jazz, classical music and ballet.The International Jazz and Blues Festival is on at the Lycabettus theatre in Athens in June. European music day festival is an annual event held in Athenes on 21 June 2012 and actually lasts three days. It attracts international artists.The annual...
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Top archeological sites in Greece are Knossos, Olympia, Delphi and the Acropolis in Athens, according to a recent survey. A recent online survey by the Greek tourist board placed these magnificent archeological sites at the top of the list of those which made a “most lasting impression” on visitors. I must concur with the choice of the Palace of Knossos, near Heraklion in Crete as it certainly made a long lasting impression on me. Associated with the legend of the Labyrinth where the Minotaur was held, the Minoan civilization is...
Friday, September 02, 2011
Friday, September 02, 2011
Festival of the Aegean on the Greek island of Syros takes place once again at the Apollon Theater, known as “Il Picolla Scala” with a high caliber presentation of the opera Carmen.The eighth International Festival of the Aegean is on from the 4th to 18th July, 2011 and is presented by Peter Tiboris, General and Artistic Director, who has a house on Syros.We will certainly be recommending that our clients who are staying in a beautiful holiday villa on Syros, Thalassa GCC1001, during the Festival of the Agean period, take the opportunity to...
Wednesday, June 08, 2011
Wednesday, June 08, 2011
Visit Aghhii Pantes island for an All Saints day to remember, join the inhabitants of Aghios Nikolaos on a unique annual event.There is a small island opposite Aghios Nikolaos called Aghii Pantes that means all saints because of the little church situated on the top. This island is protected because of the wild goats the locals call kri-kri which live there. No one is allowed to go to this island for any reason, only once a year, when the Cretans celebrate the "all saints day". For this year, this celebration comes on the...
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Crete in Greece has the annual Rethymnon wine festival over a period of two weeks in July 2011.The Rethymnon wine festival event is provisionally scheduled to take place from the 8th or 9th of July to 15th or 16th of July, 2011. Held in a beautiful setting, shaded by mature trees, ideal for enjoying the fine aspects of Cretan living the Rethymnon wine festival offers far more than mere wine tasting. It is very much an occasion for all the family.There are of course many exhibits from the local wine producers of the Rethymnon area who have upped their...
Monday, June 06, 2011
Monday, June 06, 2011
Corfu Agiotfest 2011 is headlined by the legendary Jimmy James and the Vagabonds on August 27th.Soulful Jimmy James and the Vagabonds were big in the 70’s, they had hits with Now is the time and I’ll go where your music takes me, appearing on top of the Pops. Jimmy and the band have enjoyed ongoing popularity in the clubs and concert scene releasing further songs such as love is here to stay.Also performing once again are 4square, local Corfiot band The Rebellions, The Outboys and The Vince Vortex Band, plus a few more yet to be announced....
Friday, June 03, 2011
Friday, June 03, 2011
Limnoupolis Water Park a fun day out for the family near Chania on the Greek island of Crete.Limnoupolis is a modern water park which opened in the summer of 1997 and has become a highly successful attraction to which many families return for a fun day out. In a beautiful verdant setting at Varipetro which is 8km from Chania centre there are a whole host of water features including the Black hole, Kamakazee, Multi slide, Triple twist and Fun Bridge.The Crazy river is one of the best running for one hundred metres and Multipista is another highlight with...
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Sports and outdoors Crete 2011, a guide to the sports and outdoor options on offer on the Greek island of Crete.Sailing in Crete is fantastic and due to the perfect combination of steady coastal breezes, crystal clear sea, safe environment and beautiful scenery this is one of the world’s principal destinations for sailing cruises. You can hire a catamaran on an hourly or daily basis in the majority of resorts in Crete, it’s also a good place to learn. Wind surfing in Crete is also very good. In Crete Kouremenos is a particularly popular spot...
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Greece holiday attractions, this is our guide of what to do and what to see in Greece and the Greek islands. Use this guide to choose the attractions which interest you to see during your holiday in Greece.Acropolis Museum in Athens is an ultra modern building, built in 2009 to house the numerous museum pieces of ancient Athens.National Archaeological Museum in Athens houses the best ensemble of art originating from ancient Greece, in the world.The Acropolis is the iconic image of Greece, recognized around the world. Comprised of three temples,...
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Crete holiday attractions, our guide to what to see and what to visit on the Greek island of Crete. Use this guide to make sure you visit the principal sights in Crete.Minoan Palace of Knossos, a major archeological site which brings to life the ancient Minoan civilization.Gorge of Samaria is the longest gorge in Europe, a fantastic sight and an exceptional walk which ends at the sea.Spinalonga island was the last leper colony on the island of Crete, today it is a museum which allows you to see how they lived. Featured in the book The Island by Victoria...
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Pericles exhibition, Athens, Greece is a temporary display running until January 31st. Pericles, Son of Xanthippos was an important Athenian statesman who, amongst other things supported the building of the Acropolis.The exhibition is being held in the Acropolis Museum in Athens, it is a modest but interesting presentation of ancient coins, manuscripts and such like relating to the life of Pericles, Son of Xanthippos who lived around 495BC and is known to have had a part in creating the principal of the ideal citizen in the context of democracy in...
Friday, December 24, 2010
Friday, December 24, 2010
Rethymnon Carnival, Crete, Greece runs over the three weeks of Carnival period in January and February and is a spectacular event.The beautiful port and ancient streets of Rethymnon also known as Rethymno provide the perfect setting for a carnival and the Cretans do not disappoint.Not only are there colourful parades with fabulous floats there is theatre, dance and fancy dress events as well as a graffiti festival which attracts Greek artists from far and wide. The Grand Parade takes place in Rethymno but there are also festivities in many of the...
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Thursday, December 23, 2010
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