Blue Flags 2022

The Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature has announced that, out of a long list of 53 countries, Greece ranked second this year in the Blue Flag programme awards, as 581 beaches, 15 marinas and 6 tour boats have earned the world’s most recognised eco-label. Greece received 14% of world awards, and the country’s top name on the list is Halkidiki Regional Unit (96 flags). The International Committee presented […]

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Kalamata Olive Tapenade

  My family can trace its roots back to Kalamata, a beautiful city located about 148 miles southwest of Athens and looks right into the messenian gulf. And yes, it’s where the Kalamata olive comes from and yes, that’s why we only use these types of olives for this recipe (yiayia would have it no other way!)   The Kalamata olive […]

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The Peloponnese, as experienced

About PeloponneseThe Peloponnese is a large peninsula on the southernmost part of mainland Greece. Its history dates back to the Bronze Age. Buses and rental cars provide the best options for seeing the region’s sites, such as Mycenae’s ancient theater, Sparta’s Archaeological Museum and the ancient ruins of Mystras, Olympia, Mycenae, Corinth and Artemis Orthia. Held […]

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