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Cretan Cuisine
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Cretan Cuisine / Cretan Cuisine is based on products deriving from the motherland; fruits, vegetables, legumes, and herbs are deliciously combined with meat, creating most imaginative dishes that aren’t found anywhere else in Greece.
Ionian VS Aegean Sea
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Ionian VS Aegean Sea
Greek Islands
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Greek Islands
North East Aegean Islands
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North East Aegean Islands / Explore the NE Aeagean Islands which are weighed down by history, surrounded by crystal clear waters, offering delicious products and dishes. Enjoy!!!
Bougainvilles
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Bougainvilles
#lovinGreece
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#lovinGreece / The way you express your love for our country is awesome!Post your comments, your own photos, using #lovingreece. Share your moments. And show us your love.
Spring In Greece
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Spring In Greece / Nature in blossom, Greece in celebration. Dazzling sunshiny days tempt us to rush to green fields, meadows in full bloom, gurgling rivers, and still lakes. Spring is the time when Mother Nature strokes Earth with its colours and aromas to create a place you call a dream; a place we call Greece!
Edessa waterfalls
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Edessa waterfalls / Waterfalls in Edessa
Give Me One Good Raisin!
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Give Me One Good Raisin! / Raisin is one of the most important traditional Greek products. The different varieties of raisins, in combination with their quality, has given rise to one of the most competitive Greek products. The quality of their taste and their fine aroma are their most prominent characteristics. Raisins are produced in many areas of Greece, especially in Peloponnese, Crete and smaller islands. The main variety used in the Greek raisin is the sultana!
Fall for Crete
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Fall for Crete / Crete in autumn offers many other opportunities as well, not just at its beaches and sights, but also inland, at the forests and mountains. And that’s because the weather might be nice, but there’s definitely no heat wave, which means that it is easier to explore its exquisite nature, to hike, for example, at Psiloritis or the Samaria Gorge. Autumn in Crete does not fall short in comparison to summer. So, don’t hesitate to visit the island even this time of year!
Piraeus
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Piraeus / Most of you have heard even once “The children of Piraeus” (Ta paidia tou Pirea), the song composed by M.Chatzidakis and sung by Melina Merkouri in the film “Never on Sunday”. However, it is generally unknown to the public that the place which acquired a global reputation thanks to this film and song is the town and the port of Piraeus. Let's find out more...
Crocus Kozanis
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Crocus Kozanis / The Kozani Crocus grows from a small rounded bulb which is planted during the late summer or early fall and produces small purple flowers, with three red-gold stigmas strands in each flower. Saffron spice is made from these dried strands. The product owes its beneficiary properties to the particular soil and climatic conditions of #Kozani area. #redd saffron Ckeck out here:http://www.visitgreece.gr/en/gastronomy/traditional_products/kozani_crocus
Monemvasia
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Monemvasia / Monemvasiá, founded by the Byzantines in the sixth century, is a breathtaking medieval tower town located on the south-eastern coast of the Peloponnese. Take the opportunity to explore this mystical stone-built settlement, nestled at the edge of a big rock by the sea, and immerse yourself in a unique medieval atmosphere!
Refreshing cocktails
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Refreshing cocktails / When summer nights come to mind cocktails are the beverages you first think of! Whether you go out to a home celebration or elegant dinner, attend beach parties or club, cocktails will accompany those careless happy summer nights filled with music and dance!
You Say Tomato, We Say Domata!
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You Say Tomato, We Say Domata!
Cosmopolitan Blue
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Cosmopolitan Blue / Luxury resorts and high-end residences, 5-star deluxe hotels and state-of-the-art facilities, excellent service and top-notch professionals, provide for an unforgettable experience in the lap of luxury!
Winter destinations!!!
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Winter destinations!!! / Take a look at our wild and beautifull winter destinations in Greece!
Life on Ios
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Life on Ios / Enjoy #lifeOnIos
Greek Christmas Decoration
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Greek Christmas Decoration / The Christmas boat!
Greek Summer is...
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Greek Summer is... / Light, sun, summer breeze, sea, gorgeous shores, beaches, sun kissed islands, the buzzing noise of cicadas, boat rides, games in the sand, diving off rocky cliffs with friends, snorkeling, collecting seashells, enjoying breathtaking sunsets, moonlight serenades, sipping ouzo & retsina, savouring grilled octopus, seafood, watermelon, grapes, Greek iced coffee known as frappé, cocktails...
Autumn In Greece
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Autumn In Greece / The most charming #season of the year is here! The #Greek countryside is waiting to reveal its secrets! #Autumn, with golden brown foliage and mild temperature is the ideal time to visit #Greece, if you are looking to experience the culture, local life, unique natural environments and sports!
Happening Now
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Happening Now / Greek summer is a moment, a promise,a game,is for two, is for you!!!
Greek Salad!
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Greek Salad! / Greek salad is a summer salad dish made with pieces of tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, green bell peppers, onion, sliced or cubed feta cheese, and olives (usually Kalamata olives, other types of olives may be used as well), typically seasoned with salt and dried oregano, and dressed with olive oil. Common additions include the pickled leaves, buds or berries of capers (especially in the islands of the Dodecanese), rocket leaves, vinegar, lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
SEAJETS 2015 Acropolis Rally
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SEAJETS 2015 Acropolis Rally / Motorsport enthusiasts will focus on Greece once again from October, 9 to October, 11 as the SEAJETS 2015 Acropolis Rally will "bring" the European Rally Championship to the unpredictable and fascinating Greek special stages.
Castles
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Castles / Let's discover the #myths & #legends behind Medieval Castles, Fortresses and Towers in Greece, unfolding in front of your eyes... Are you ready? Become a friend of the Greek Castles by signing up here: http://goo.gl/W5ll5b
Memories of Greece!
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Memories of Greece! / You're invited to share your most precious photos, your great souvenirs, from Greece, with a line to tell us what or who we are looking at and why the image is so special to you. Cause it's exciting to share moments with friends!
Brewed From The Heart!
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Brewed From The Heart! / Greek coffee is a strong brew, served with foam on top and the grounds in the bottom of the cup. Although it can be made in a different pot, the traditional small pot is best because it allows the proper amount of foam, which adds to the unique taste.
Winter days in Greece!
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Winter days in Greece!
Greek wines & Varieties
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Greek wines & Varieties
Greek & Sweet!
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Greek & Sweet!
Yummy For The Tummy!
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Yummy For The Tummy! / Catch a glimpse of the traditional Greek cuisine with these recipes!
Caves!
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Caves! / Greece has over 6000 caves waiting to be discovered. It is a magnificent experience to witness the pleasing shadows and wonderful hues on the waters of the lake when rays of light passes through the huge holes of these caves. You would see that Greece is just as beautiful and interesting below the ground, as it is above!
Lakes Reflecting Beauty!
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Lakes Reflecting Beauty! / Like stunning mirrors of outstanding natural beauty, lakes in Greece reflect the splendor of the Greek landscape in their waters. It is not by chance that the lakes of Greece, with their unique natural charm, have since time immemorial determined the destinies of mortal beings and the immortal gods of Greek mythology. Closely interconnected with human existence and the places around them, Greek lakes cast a powerful spell over their visitors.
Up To The Hills!
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Up To The Hills!
Gorgeous Gorges!
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Gorgeous Gorges! / In Greece there are many exceptionally beautiful gorges scattered throughout various parts of the country, both on the mainland as well as on the islands. The limestones in the mountains helped to create them from rainwater and from snow that had melted. Rare wildflowers sprouted from the inaccessible walls of the gorges, while many birds found safe places to build their nests.
Lovely Little Boats!
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Lovely Little Boats!
Juicy Summer Teasers
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Juicy Summer Teasers / Summer Fruits! Those juicy teasers are the super stars of the hot Greek summer, thanks to their freshness. Sliced or diced, in salads or juices, in jams or spoon-sweets, in sweet or salty foods, they promise to offer seducing pleasure to those tasting them. And they keep their promise!
2013 Year Of Gastronomy In Santorini
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2013 Year Of Gastronomy In Santorini / Santorini is not only a destination that offers tourists magical sunsets, lovers of good food also know that it is an island with incredible tastes as well!
War-Towers In Mani
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War-Towers In Mani / Having assumed their former glory, war-towers in Mani are part of Greece’s natural scenery! Wandering around these stone-built settlements you find yourselves surrendered to a ceaseless flow of life and art; you encounter the spiritual forces that in passed times built structures and forms.
Rhodes
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Rhodes / Welcome to Rhodes, the capital of the Dodecanese, an island which is ideal not only for those who want to relax but also for those looking for an action-packed holiday! With its bright green hills, rich green valleys and uninterrupted line of golden beaches, Rhodes is truly a blessed place.
Suspended In The Air
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Suspended In The Air / Meteora: The most #photogenic #spiritual site in #Greece! Whether you are a believer, a spiritual seeker or a cultural traveller, this emotive place will offer you the opportunity to commune with nature, taking you on an unforgettable journey in the most profound sense of the word.
Films In Greece
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Films In Greece / A plethora of films have been made in Greece! Many of them have become “classics” and epitomize the Greek spirit via romance, passion, defiance, tragedy, forbidden love, guilty pleasures, and all else in between.Preparing for your trip to Greece can include seeing a movie or two shot in Greece or the Greek islands. While Greece will be even more beautiful "in person", these films shot in Greece will give you a glimpse of what is waiting for you!
Extreme Sports
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Extreme Sports
Plaka in Athens
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Plaka in Athens
Mykonos...
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Mykonos... / Welcome to Greece's most famous cosmopolitan island, a whitewashed paradise in the heart of the Cyclades. According to mythology, Mykonos was formed from the petrified bodies of giants killed by Hercules. And did you know that the island took its name from the grandson of Apollo, “Mykonos”?
Aegina Pistachio!
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Aegina Pistachio! / The most famous pistachio variety known around the world for its unique and delicious taste. The unique #weather conditions and special soil ingredients give the #Aegina island Pistachio its exquisite #taste and fine quality. The pistachio, called fistiki Aeginis in Greek, has been a PDO product since 1996. The first pistachio trees came to the island in the late 19th century and many more were planted between 1920- 1940!
"God" Hermes in Aegina
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"God" Hermes in Aegina / Hermes advertising campaign for #spring #summer 2012 was shot on #Aegina by one of the world's famous photographers, Nathaniel #Goldberg. The photos were taken near one of the oldest olive trees...
True Greece Videos
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True Greece Videos
Ios Island
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Ios Island / Ios -also called Nios by the locals- is a very beautiful and picturesque Greek Island with excellent sandy beaches and hundreds of chapels. The pretty Hora (capital), is a dazzling mix of white washed houses and blue domed churches.Well known for its nightlife, Ios is a mecca for the young!
Amazing Beaches
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Amazing Beaches / Greece is a country that has amazing things to offer to the visitors. One of the main attractions of the country is the many Greece beaches decorating its coasts! #Greece #islands #coasts #beaches
Astypalaia!
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Astypalaia!
World Tourism Day 2013
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World Tourism Day 2013 / World Tourism Day (WTD) is a thematic event held every year on September 27, underscoring the socio-economic impact of tourism. This year's World Tourism Day theme, “Tourism and Water - Protecting Our Common Future”, focuses on tourism's significant role and contribution to worldwide water conservation efforts.
Ouzo! Ouzo! Ouzo!
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Ouzo! Ouzo! Ouzo!
Summertime
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Summertime
Summer Accessories
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Summer Accessories
Syros
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Syros
Famous Greeks!
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Famous Greeks!
Athens
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Athens
Milos
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Milos
Big Blue
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Big Blue
Argosaronic islands
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Argosaronic islands
Revitalise Your Senses!
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Revitalise Your Senses! / Natural therapeutic springs are found in numerous places all over Greece. Their beneficial action offers you the opportunity to receive treatment for chronic conditions in a natural way, whereas the healing properties of seawater, seaweed, or sea mud help you conquer stress and anxiety, and improve your mental performance.
Greek Products
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Greek Products
Fish Cuisine
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Fish Cuisine
"Spirits" Up!
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"Spirits" Up! / Want to restore your balance, boost your spirits, experience sweetness on a cold winter night, or try a liquid that runs through godly veins alone? Well, then, try one of the Greek ways of doing so.
Crete
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Crete
Full Moon
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Full Moon
Sea Life
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Sea Life
Sivota
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Sivota
Zakynthos
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Zakynthos
Paxos & Antipaxos
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Paxos & Antipaxos
Parga
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Parga
Dessert Wines
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Dessert Wines
Med Cuisine
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Med Cuisine
Liquer
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Liquer
Posters of G.N.T.O.
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Posters of G.N.T.O. / A look in the past of Greek tourism promotion campaigns!
Santorini
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Santorini
Corfu
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Corfu / Its rich multi-cultural heritage, its historic monuments, its stunning natural landscape, its crystal clear seas, and its excellent weather all year round explain why #Corfu is one of the most #cosmopolitan #Mediterranean #destinations weaving a powerful spell on its visitors.
Videos
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Videos
Water Sports
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Water Sports / Explore Sports & Recreation in Greece! Enjoy windsurfing, water-skiing, wakeboarding, banana, tube rides, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, windsurfing at the sea or explore Greek rivers while rafting, canoeing and kayaking!
Searching For Shells...
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Searching For Shells...
Villages
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Villages
Churches & Chapels
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Churches & Chapels
Sun-kissed Beaches
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Sun-kissed Beaches
Gone With The Windmills
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Gone With The Windmills
Cape Sounion
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Cape Sounion / Perched on a cliff in Cape Sounio, Attica’s southeastern tip, lies the sacred Temple of Poseidon. Take a picture of the Temple at noon or capture the romantic atmosphere of a cloudy afternoon when grey streams of light glisten in the waters of the Aegean. Watching the sunset envelop the Temple’s centuries-old columns in mauve and pink shades is an unforgettable experience that will definitely weave a powerful spell over you!
Cinema Under The Stars
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Cinema Under The Stars
Recipes!
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Recipes!
It All Tastes Greek To Me
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It All Tastes Greek To Me
Greek Breakfast
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Greek Breakfast
Say ChEeeeeeeSe!
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Say ChEeeeeeeSe!
Growing like...?
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Growing like...? / Cultivated mushroom growing is an ecologically friendly business in Greece. There are about 80 to 100 varieties that are edible. Grevena is the official mushroom capital of Greece! Mushrooms could be found in Epirus, Peloponnese, Macedonia (Kozani, Kastoria), Evia, Crete and in many other places.
Hidden Gems
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Hidden Gems
Sail Away
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Sail Away
Ancient Olympia
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Ancient Olympia
Say "I DO" In Greece!
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Say "I DO" In Greece! / The most important day of your life deserves one of the most beautiful settings! Excellent weather, amazing beaches, luxurious resorts, picturesque towns and villages, - all excellent reasons to get married in Greece!
Children Rule
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Children Rule
Acropolis Museum
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Acropolis Museum / VISIT GREECE | Acropolis Museum
Acropolis of Athens
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Acropolis of Athens
Athens Metro
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Athens Metro
Sun-Dried Tomatoes
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Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Sesame Bread Rings
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Sesame Bread Rings / Sesame bread ring, the famous “koulouri #Thessalonikis” in #Greek, is a round shaped #bread covered with #sesame seeds, crunchy outside and soft inside. It is one of our healthiest #snacks as it is low in fat but very nutritional and most nutritionists will suggest you one for #breakfast or as a snack!
Unique Mastic
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Unique Mastic / A product that is unique in the world, as it is grown exclusively on the Aegean island of #Chios. It is produced from the resin of the #mastic trees (Pistacia lentiscus) and can be consumed untreated without chemical or industrial processing.
Christmas Sweets
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Christmas Sweets
Thassos
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Thassos
Greek Deli!
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Greek Deli! / High quality and gourmet products produced in Greece: Vast collection of wines and liquers, pure honey, olive oil, olives, precious spices like the crocus (red saffron), the mastic the unusual exotic crystal spice from Chios, avgottaracho (bottargo) etc.
A taste of Thessaloniki
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A taste of Thessaloniki / The wonderful city of Thessaloniki is the capital of taste in Greece! Tavernas, meze and ouzo eateries, and restaurants situated in historic areas fill the city with exquisite flavours that whet visitors’ appetite for exploring its heavenly gastronomy. Bon appétit…
Thessaloniki
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Thessaloniki
Honeymoon in Greece
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Honeymoon in Greece / Brides- and grooms-to-be seeking a dreamy romantic getaway have plenty of options to choose in Greece! Hide away at an intimate bungalow or retreat to an extravagant resort? Keep wallets intact or splurge on a luxurious-yet-unforgettable vacation? Spend days strolling hand-in-hand along golden sands or meandering through urban streets? Whatever your preference, let these romantic destinations, help you start your new journey in Greece!
Wildlife
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Wildlife
Black & White
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Black & White / Browse through great monochrome photos taken in Greece!
Natural Sea Sponges
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Natural Sea Sponges
Cycladic Inspiration
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Cycladic Inspiration
Chios
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Chios
Art Crafts
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Art Crafts / Art, tradition, #inspiration, #artistry blended with clay, #marble, #silver and #gold shape objects of exquisite beauty to reserve a remarkable position into the pantheon of the Greek cultural heritage.
Skiathos
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Skiathos
Timelapse Videos
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Timelapse Videos
Samos
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Samos
Fans' videos
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Fans' videos
Dreaming Of Christmas!
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Dreaming Of Christmas! / Greek Style!!!
Mani
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Mani
Loutraki
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Loutraki
Architecture
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Architecture
A Bite of Culture
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A Bite of Culture / Beautiful atriums and courtyards, balconies with breathtaking views and lush gardens, properly adjusted to give you a rest before or after your visit to the museums of Athens and Thessaloniki, or offer you a romantic dinner and aesthetic tastes. Follow us on a walk to the most famous ones and let’s discover together their real....taste!
Karpathos
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Karpathos / Karpathos is situated in the most south part of the Dodecanese. Blessed with an abundance of streams, pine-tree forests, vineyards, olive groves, rocky caves & mountainous landscapes, it is a paradise for nature enthusiasts & lovers of deep-rooted tradition! It has some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. Sandy or pebbled, with emerald water, they meet all tastes! Many of them, especially on the south western coast, are ideal for windsurfing!
When The Sun Goes Down!
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When The Sun Goes Down! / For those who assert that the sunset is the same everywhere, it is almost certain that they have never traveled to Greece. The Greek sunset is a mystery, a ritual!In combination with each location, the setting of the sun composes unique images which take captive those who watch it, and stimulates their senses and emotions.Travel to Greece and live this moment!
Lighthouses!
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Lighthouses! / Stunning lighthouses around Greece
City Breaks
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City Breaks / Greek cities combine both morphologically as well as culturally, various features that make them very alluring. Most coastal cities are more often than not situated only a stone’s throw from mountain destinations. Athens, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Alexandroupolis, Volos, Kalamata, Patras, Nafpaktos and many other cities are singular in that they combine proximity both to the sea as well as to the mountains.
Weekend Escapes
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Weekend Escapes
Mount Athos
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Mount Athos / The monastic self-governing community of Mount Athos lying in a peninsula in Northern Greece offers spiritual enlightenment to those seeking insight & inspiration. Twenty monasteries perched along the peninsula make out an outstanding landscape of unique natural beauty that has been declared a #UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Carnivals around Greece
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Carnivals around Greece / Imagine the biggest party you've ever seen. Wander through the streets, playing pranks. Dance to loud music along with thousands of other participants dressed in fancy costumes in the streets. Under the watchful eye of the Carnival King, you parade next to other masqueraders having the time of your life in the town streets, bars and clubs.
Pass The Bridge
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Pass The Bridge
Sporades Complex
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Sporades Complex
Kythera
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Kythera
Folegandros
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Folegandros
Naxos
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Naxos
Upcycling Project
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Upcycling Project
Religious Tourism
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Religious Tourism
World Heritage Sites
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World Heritage Sites
Mythical Peloponnese
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Mythical Peloponnese
"Little England"
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"Little England" / Beautiful Andros in Cyclades will be the setting for Voulgaris’ new film Micra Anglia meaning “Little England”!
Greek Easter
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Greek Easter
Meetings & Incentives
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Meetings & Incentives
Hersonissos
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Hersonissos
Matala Festival
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Matala Festival
Natural pools
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Natural pools
Hydra
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Hydra
Halkidiki
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Halkidiki
Kalymnos
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Kalymnos
Tinos
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Tinos