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Unspoilt Beauty: Epirus Lights the Path to a Sustainable Future

Mainland

By Alex King

Unspoilt Beauty: Epirus Lights the Path to a Sustainable Future

In this wild and mountainous region of northwest Greece, pioneering individuals and…

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The Kypseli Neighborhood: A Queen of Reinvention

Athens

By Alex King

The Kypseli Neighborhood: A Queen of Reinvention

This central Athens neighborhood’s fortunes have risen and fallen over the decades.…

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Why Athens is Becoming a Magnet for Young Expats

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By Alex King

Why Athens is Becoming a Magnet for Young Expats

From tech gurus and start-up entrepreneurs to cultural workers and restaurateurs, some…

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Where to Go in Plaka: A Guide to the Neighborhood of the Gods

Athens

By Alex King

Where to Go in Plaka: A Guide to the Neighborhood of the Gods

A guided stroll (with map!) through the most famous neighborhood in Athens,…

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Creativity in the Countryside: How Art and Tech are Revitalizing Epirus

Mainland

By Alex King

Creativity in the Countryside: How Art and Tech are Revitalizing Epirus

Three inspiring initiatives are drawing on art, tradition, and open-source technologies to…

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Five Reasons you Should Check Out the Syros International Film Festival

Islands

By Alex King

Five Reasons you Should Check Out the Syros International Film Festival

A short guide to Greece’s most intimate eclectic and film festival.

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The Bike and the Beast: Pedaling around Crete

Crete

By By Alex King / Photos Angel Ballesteros

The Bike and the Beast: Pedaling around Crete

Why hopping on your bike and getting off the beaten track is…

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Beat the Heat in Athens: Fill in the Squares

Athens

By Alex King

Beat the Heat in Athens: Fill in the Squares

Natural meeting points year round, in the summer, you'll likely end up…

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geco by gatsby: athens’ ideal spot for food enthusiasts and culture seekers

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geco by gatsby: athens’ ideal spot for food enthusiasts and culture seekers

Geco by Gatsby Athens is an all-day restaurant for food enthusiasts, culture seekers, and anyone who…

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the education system in ancient greece

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the education system in ancient greece

With its emphasis on holistic development, physical training, and moral virtues, education in ancient Greece formed…

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the new alfa with sea salt: expect the unexpected

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the new alfa with sea salt: expect the unexpected

Inspired by our common land, the new ALFA with sea salt arrives to add a unique…

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how to adopt a greek stray

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how to adopt a greek stray

Don't shop, adopt! There are countless stray cats and dogs in Greece in desperate need of…

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10 of the best greek destinations to visit in october

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10 of the best greek destinations to visit in october

Greece in October presents a harmonious blend of mild weather, natural beauty, and cultural experiences. Here’s…

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culinary capital: the 17 best restaurants in thessaloniki

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culinary capital: the 17 best restaurants in thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is gaining popularity as one of Europe's most exciting culinary destinations. Here we explore its…

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the apps worth downloading for your trip to greece

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the apps worth downloading for your trip to greece

From ferry timetables to audio tours, modern apps provide the things you didn’t know you needed…

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4 recipes for a delicious clean monday feast

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4 recipes for a delicious clean monday feast

Lent fasting doesn't mean you have to go hungry. In fact it's a chance to enjoy…

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