Driving in Crete – The 5 Most Exciting Scenic Routes
Driving in Crete is not only the most practical way to get around this huge island- it's a pleasure in itself. Crete is Greece's...
Chania – Culture, Cuisine, Hiking, and World-Class Beaches
As Greece's largest island, Crete offers visitors tremendous variety. In Chania and the surrounding region, you'll find culture, history, a world famous gorge, and...
Mimar Sinan and the Magnificent Mosques of Istanbul
The Magnificent Mosques of Istanbul
The great Mosques that define Istanbul's skyline and express the aesthetics of the Ottoman Empire at its apex are all...
Mosque Architecture: Minarets, Mihrabs, Minbars
Mosque architecture includes elements specific to Islamic worship.
Knowing some terminology and some basic practices of Islam gave added meaning to the beauty of...
Cretan Food Specialties- Staka, Raki, Snails, and more
Even those who know and love Greek food are surprised to discover the many uniquely Cretan food specialties. This largest of the Greek Islands...
What to do in Lasithi, the Secret Side of Crete
Lasithi is in the far east of Crete. It has a completely charming capital - Agios Nikolaos, Crete's smallest city. It also has secret,...
SpotyPal – How to Find What You Can’t Afford to Lose
A SpotyPal can be shipped to you anywhere, with free shipping worldwide for three pieces or more, and it turns out, you can make...
Staying in a Luxury Private Villa in Crete – The Ideal...
If you have not vacationed in a luxury private villa, you may find you like it much more than a luxury hotel. Our unique...
Missolonghi and the Garden of Heroes
All Greeks and anyone interested in the history of Modern Greece will know of Missolonghi. But relatively few have visited. This remote and...
Trizonia- Discovering a Secret Island in the Gulf of Corinth
Western Greece is enchanting. Even though we're so close to Athens here, the thick forests and quiet charms make the country feel pleasingly remote,...
