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Travelling in Greece is easy!

Most Greeks speak fluent English, the country is very safe, and chances are you can find decent Wi-Fi signal pretty much everywhere.

There are, however, so many lesser-known destinations, travel secrets, and helpful information from a local’s perspective. That being so, I’m happy to share some tips & advice to help you have a wonderful time in Greece!

Greek Greetings and Wishes; A Collection of useful Greek Phrases
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Sofia Ps.
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Greek Greetings and Wishes: Explore the essence of Greek language and culture with heartfelt phrases that reflect warmth, hospitality, and tradition. Let's dive into this delightful linguistic journey together!
Things to do near Ancient Corinth
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Are you visiting Ancient Corinth and want to check out more sites on the way? You’re in luck! There are many things to do near ancient Corinth, guarantying you’ll have an amazing day!
Gyros: the most popular Greek fast food
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2 mins read
You can’t experience Greece without eating a gyros wrap! What is gyros you ask? The most popular Greek fast food of course! Delicious and juicy, wrapped in pita bread filled with tzatziki sauce and more!
Gyros in Greek
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Sofia Ps.
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We all love to eat gyros! But do we all pronounce it properly? Check this out to find out hot to say Gyros in Greek!
When to visit Meteora Monasteries
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Sofia Ps.
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When to visit Meteora Monasteries? Read more about what to expect each season when visiting Meteora in Greece, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with amazing natural beauty and important medieval history.
Why you should visit Santorini in autumn
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Santorini is truly a wonderful island! But in the summer, it can get too hot and too crowded. Most Greeks visit Santorini in September or even October. Are you wondering why? Read this post to find out three reasons why you should visit Santorini in autumn.
3 Days in Santorini
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Sofia Ps.
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Santorini is one of the most popular destinations in Greece and maybe even the world. When you visit the island for the first time, you understand why. Are you ready to discover 5 things to do if you only have 3 days in Santorini?
Best beaches of Milos Island
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Sofia Ps.
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Milos Island (or Melos) is truly a magical island. Ιt has stunning sceneries, magnificent shores embraced by the Aegean Sea, picturesque villages, wonderful local culture, and -of course- gorgeous beaches! Let’s explore the best beaches of Milos Island together!
Top-10 Popular Greek Snacks
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Sofia Ps.
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Greek food and delicacies are known to be great. And they sure are! However, what about the snacks? What is something you can buy and actually bring back home with you? Here's a list with the Top-10 Popular Greek Snacks you should try when visiting Greece!
Travel From Home
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Sofia Ps.
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Stuck at home? Don’t despair! There are several things you can do and "travel" from home until your next adventure! Check out this post for travel inspiration for things you can do without ever leaving home.
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A top-10 list of the Greek museums you can visit online and the best virtual experiences they have to offer!
Traveller, not a tourist. Cat Cat Village, Sapa Vietnam
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“Travel like a local”, “don’t have a bucket list”, “don’t be a tourist, be a traveller” are phrases that I’ve heard many times. Today more than ever, people don’t want to go to “touristy” destinations, they want to experience the authentic and be like locals. I’d love to travel like that too. However, is it realistic?