The supply of cheap flights to Athens is very large, although more and more tourists choose to travel in the Greek Islands cruise.

In Athens a taxi ride can cost less than 3 €, but some drivers do not want to bother with these trips, due to lower their profitability. Avoid using the “special” or “radio”, since you do not give a direct fee. A taxi ride to the airport costs between 10-15 €.

The Athens metro is cheap and efficient. Undoubtedly, to reach or leave Pireaus, this transport is the best option.

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Athens, the capital of Greece, not only has thousands of cultural attractions, historical and fun, but also a place where shopping is a large part of the trip. The large number of shops spread all over the guarantee that you will be able to find whatever you need, plus all kinds of gifts and souvenir trinkets.

The most important trade route is certainly Ermou, the main street, although it has some of Europe’s most expensive rents, the shops are often the best known brand-name chain and it gives an extra plus.

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As I said many times you hang up the backpack and decide on the fly which will make excursions or visits, but sometimes organziar in advance is good to get us off the concerns and have one or two trips and organized in the manga. At least for the first few days.

Here goes then the second part of our selection of tours in Greece

1. Half Day Tour to Corinth. It is the ruins of the old city more than the canal.

2. Tour Bus 400. Is the option to travel easily Athens, taking photos and drinking a soda. Only costs 5 € per day and visit the main attractions. Operate only in tourist season, April to October.

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The largest of the islands of the Ionian sea offers generously to a handful of experiences, ranging from laid back relaxing to energetic active. There are many things to do here and many places to choose from – so many that one must visit the island more than once if you want it all. This spacious island with its wonderful scenery gives the visitor the opportunity to come in close contact with nature and the local lifestyle. On Kefallonia are both high mountains with lush forests and cultivated land with olive groves and vineyards. The island’s pride is the beautiful Rombola-white wine (not Retsina – obviously), which is valued throughout Greece. Moreover, Kefallonia, the only Greek island that has been an area declared national park for its special flora with a local variety of pine and also unique fauna with wild horses that roam the mountains. Besides the beautiful areas in the middle of the island (more…)

It is the province (nomos) of more archaeological Peloponnese (Corinth, Nemea, Mycenae, Argos, Tiryns and Epidaurus). The capital of the province is Nafplio (Nafplion), which was the first capital of Greece between 1828 and 1834.

From 1600 to 1100 a. C. Mycenaean civilization to the Argolid was the heart of Greece. At this time the city was Argos, eternal rival of Sparta.

Nafplio (Nafplion)

In the Gulf of Argolis stands Nafplio, the capital of Argolis, and one of the most beautiful cities in Greece. It was the first capital of Greece between 1829 and 1834.

It has almost 20,000 inhabitants (more…)

Flights to Crete – Have you not yet visited this amazing island, so it’s time. It is a journey you will never forget as Crete has so much to offer, both culturally and naturally. When you come to the island, do not cheat yourself to spend at least one of your holidays to rent a car or a scooter. There are some super nice beaches on the island and then there are the great mountain range which runs across the island, which you must cross en route. “Omme on the other side” is really cool attractions like. Samaria Gorge and Elafonissi beach, which is so nice, friendly and delicious that you should visit it to understand it.

Flights to Rhodes – the island has for many years been a travel destination and it’s not really surprising. In the center of Rhodes Town itself, lies the Old Town, which is a Medieval City and all it entails (more…)

The Greek islands are one of those destinations that are worth knowing. The truth is that it is a beautiful place with breathtaking scenery, blue waters and plenty of history behind it.

Many travel agencies organize cruises to the Greek islands and the truth is there is no doubt that is one of those experiences that are worthwhile. In total, the archipelago is made up of 56 islands, although not all are inhabited.

From the travel blog, you talk about some of the islands most important, you should not miss if you decide to take a trip through this area.

* The island of Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades (more…)

The Greek islands are for many synonymous with beauty: white houses, blue sea and landscapes really impressive. The best way to know is likely to be sailing by ferry, catamaran, on a cruise …

All Greek islands known for their beauty, but if there is a famous among all, that is Santorini. Can not be done under any of the Greek islands, but Santorini has something special.

Its topography has meant that it has called “the island of Half Moon”, a form that has students explanations: is related to the fact that it is the rest of the non-submerged crater of a volcano that exploded in a large kettle eruption. Of course, this event has been many centuries, because it took place in 1650 BC. (more…)

If you want to explore the Mediterranean and the Greek Islands a good option is to do on board a cruise that will allow you to fully enjoy your holiday and visit some of the most attractive cities in the Mediterranean and the Aegean and know their culture and cuisine.

VENETIAN ROUND CRUISE
We recommend the Venetian Round Cruises Pullmantur Company, which makes a stop in Venice, Dubrovnik, Athens and the Greek islands of Mykonos, Rhodes and Santorini. As the start date is shipped in Venice or Athens.

The cruise lasts 8 days / 7 nights, under either the “all inclusive” (“all inclusive”) on board. This includes all meals and drinks to be served on board, airport transfers – Port – Airport and return flights in economy class (more…)

The island of Syros is an important commercial and cultural center of Greece. It combines an elegant character and numerous historical and archaeological monuments with beautiful nature that include beaches, landscapes and charming villages.

The architecture of the Syrians but shares the characteristics of the Cyclades architecture has its own peculiarities arising from the Venetian rule the island and the rest of the Cyclades during the Middle Ages. During the Venetian occupation the majority of the population converted to Catholicism as Syrians preserved, at present, a large percentage of Catholics compared to the rest of Greece, mostly Orthodox country.

During the war of independence of Greece, 1821, the island of Syros remained neutral under French protection (more…)