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Orvilos, between Greece and Bulgaria

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

Orvilos

On the border between Bulgaria and Greece stands this beautiful mountain which in Greek is concoe with the name of Orvilos although in Turkish and Bulgarian has other names. It is located north of the country and to the South of the Pirin mountains and the peak high is Gotsev Vrah which reaches more than 2200 meters in height.

It is an imposing massif shaped dome and very sharp slopes. Of land located so it is full of caves, there are at least thirty, so it is a very attractive destination for those who practice seismologist. If you’re in autumn or winter rains enough, that Yes, so although the temperatures in summer are quite hot will save the rain. The mountain has a flora varied and rich story with more than 1700 species of plants, black pine, Bosnian pine and other animals there are deer, wild bears and wolves. (more…)

Tutto Cruises: Cruises to Greece and The World

Friday, April 29th, 2011

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If you’re planning a trip to Greece (where you can enjoy excellent flights to Athens) in a different way, aware of this information. Although we do travel on cruises to see the attractions of the world, the cruise itself is considered an attraction. They can enjoy lots of restaurants with amazing food, the excellent care; also amazing water complexes including swimming pools, water slides and everything you need to spend a refreshing time, some have sports fields, even the most luxurious, feature places to play golf. Today, we are also incorporating cinema and increasingly technology. The rooms are excellent and highly qualified to serve in the best way possible. As an anecdote to stress that most luxurious cruise ships, has more staff than passengers.

Tutto Cruises is a product of a wholesale-retail agency with a young, professional and clearly directed to customer service. As a wholesaler, Tutto Cruises primary access to each service provider can offer, thus, the best market price to its direct customers.

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How to Travel to Ephesus, Greece

Monday, February 28th, 2011

Ephesus was a vibrant city of ancient Greece and Rome famed for its beauty and wealth. It was widely known for its Temple of Artemis, one the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Today Ephesus is in Turkey near the city of Selcuk in Izmar Province. Traveling to Selcuk is fairly easy with several ways to get there.

1. Book your flight online by stating your destination as Izmir, Turkey – Adnan Menderes (ADB). The Adnan Mederes airport is in Izmir, Turkey about 20 miles (55 kilometers) northwest of Selcuk.

2. When you arrive at the Adnan Mederes airport, you have several options to get to Selcuk. (more…)

The Best Places to Visit in Greece

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Greece reminds us of Roman gods and mythological creatures, castles and beautiful empresses, and there is a lot that you can do in Greece to revisit its rich cultural history.

Though very historical, Greece will not be a ride through a museum for you and your family. Located near the coast, there are many tourist spots on different islands that you can visit during your vacation in Greece.

Santorini/Thera
Located alongside steep cliffs, Santorini is a perfect combination of topographical marvels and cultural history.

Crowded with tourists most of the time, visit this breathtaking locale in early May and June to avoid the rush slightly.

There is a prehistoric art museum, golden beaches, excavation sites at Akrotiri, and several historic legends to keep you interested.

Characterized by white and blue houses, Fira is this island’s capital, and you can find tempting food and beautiful locales here. There are water sports for the adventurous and historical sites for the intellectual or those interested in art and culture.

Rhodes

The medieval town of Rhodes (Rodos) was created by the Knights of St. John. The Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, is located here. The ruins of the Temple of Athena are located in Lindos, which is a must-see for all who visit Rhodes. (more…)

Omonia Square

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

If we go down the street market comes to Athens Omonia Square, is said to be the oldest in the city. On Omonia Square is a subway stop, there are many restaurants offering good food in those places you find people of different ages sitting. The best known coffee is the Neon. In the Metro station you can see photos of the years when the Plaza was in better condition and was a stronghold of the city.

In the center of the square there are several open areas for pedestrians pleasure to read, to sit with friends or simply relaxing. The last renovation was so rare that it is not known if the design is completed or yet to finish. Many attempts have been made to revive the Omonia Square to make it more popular.

It is a historical place par excellence, is well known for being in the heart of Athens. It is the second mall. Visitors do not stay more than 5 or 10 minutes because it does not draw much attention.

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The island of Crete in Greece

Monday, January 24th, 2011

Next destination is located in Greece, more specifically on the island of Crete. Full of legends and traditions, this site shows a great beauty that also makes it the ideal choice for travel.

Located in the Aegean Sea is the largest island in the country, presenting a size of 8300 square kilometers, a coastline of 1040km and 600000 inhabitants.

Southbound Messara find the plain, a fertile place characterized by the customs related to the olive tree, which if you have very beautiful time to visit the area full of ancient sites and pristine beaches to the west.

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Sivota, Lefkada destination

Thursday, January 20th, 2011

In the Ionian Islands Lefkada is a very green and mountainous island which is located between Corfu and Kefalonia and binding, for its natural beauty, thousands of tourists every year. It has beautiful scenery, beautiful beaches and very friendly people so there are people who come to spend the summer every year.

The island has 14 villages, although the capital has the highest concentration of people and attractions. But please, do so not blind you to travel around the island and meet the other villages.

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Pan Hotel, an Urban hotel in downtown Athens

Monday, January 17th, 2011

Syntagma Square is the focal point of Athens and one of its most tourist can easily reach the main attractions in a scenic area dotted with taverns and monuments. Precisely here lies the Hotel Pan in which we go to sleep today.

It was built in 1960 and completely renovated in 1998 and is ideal for work and business travelers as it is within walking distance of major banks and ministries, as well as the post office and other institutions of Athens.

Considered a city hotel, Pan is a three star hotel managed by Giorgos Panagiotopoulos, who took charge of the renovation in 1981. There are a total of 33 rooms spread over 8 floors and categorized as single, double, triple and family.

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Let local festivals and Apokoronas

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

Chania, the capital of the prefecture of the same name, is located west of Crete and is the second largest town of the island. With its 55,000 inhabitants to reach over 120,000 considering the metropolitan area is a tourist spot, with beaches and nightlife. P

ut if you prefer to enjoy Cretan rural culture with five senses, it is best to address the small and picturesque Come, just 25 km from Chania, and its neighbor Apokoronas. Both are home at different times of the year, enchanting festivals associated with agricultural life we know today.

From late August to late September the grape harvest and wine production of Vamos. If you arrive at this time may participate in these activities almost entirely occupied by the villagers, and enjoy the traditional cuisine in which the wine has a role, including wine.

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What more can be known in Athens

Monday, January 10th, 2011

Athens

So, the tourist in Athens can start to go the Central, or South, or why not the north or the west of the city.

In addition, the city can be toured on foot as there is a footpath of about 4 kilometers linking the archaeological sites; for it, you can take the pedestrian street which is called “Dionisiou Areopagitou. ” From there you can climb to the Acropolis to see the Greek Parthenon, and the Erechtheion, the Acropolis Museum, with its thousands of parts and archaeological relics, and the Propylaea.

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