For men only: A pilgrimage to Mount Athos in Greece

On a secluded peninsula in north-east Greece lies an enclave that’s way off the tourist map, especially for women. William Cook gains access to the monastic…

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Rethymnon: Tales of renaissance and resistance

By Haris Argyropoulos Rethymno, one of Greece’s most interesting cities, on Crete’s northern coast, with an impressive tradition in the arts and letters,…

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Greek beaches rank second in 2012 Blue Flag awards

By Katerina Nikolas Greece can once again celebrate the quality of its beaches…

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Captivated by Corfu

By Benedict Allen Is there no peace to be had from a domineering little daughter?…

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Hotels slash their prices

By Stathis Kousounis Greek hotels have slashed their prices this year in a bid…

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Unspoilt Greece: holidays off the beaten track

There are still plenty of unspoilt spots in Greece – you just have to look…

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Island-hopping: Paros, Antiparos, Folegandros

By Juli Zäll With reports of yoghurt being hurled at authorities on the streets, Greece was on my radar but certainly not in my travel calendar. However,…

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Patras: the city that never sleeps

Patras is a bustling city, where entertainment, history and culture mingle to create a destination filled with wonderful discoveries. The city has a large…

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Thessaloniki: the heart of Macedonia

Thessaloniki (520km north of Athens) is the second largest city in Greece, the capital of Macedonia and the most important city in the Balkans. Built near…

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Athens: capital of Europe

Athens is the historical capital of Europe, with a long history, dating from the first settlement in the Neolithic age. In the Fifth Century BC (the Golden…

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Indiana Jones in Syros

Residents of Syros island looked surprised as American actor Harrison Ford walked the scenic backstreets of Syros. As an ordinary tourist, without luxurious…

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