History

Europe’s oldest civilisation, Greece’s recorded history dates from 3000BC when the Bronze age Minoan and Mycenaean civilisations flourished in the region. Both civilisations engaged in extensive maritime trade and made considerable artistic achievements, examples of which survive at Knossos on Crete. Full Story »

Greek is the national language, although English is widely spoken, especially in Athens. Below are some key phrases that may be useful during your visit to Athens. Full Story »

Mykonos the “the Island of the Wind”; its traditional Cycladic architecture, golden sandy beaches and exceptional beauty makes it an earthly paradise.

Visitors will be quick to realise its hallmark white-washed houses and dark blue windowsills. The small verandahs add the finishing touch, keeping it in sync with the architecture of its sister islands. Mykonos deservedly has a reputation of a party place and is the only island that attracts so many VIPs both from the domestic and the international scene.

Clubs and bars in every corner of the town guarantee partying till the early hours of the morning. But for gentle souls, watching the “red” sunset in Alefkantra can be equally fulfilling.

See and Do

Little Venice Quarter - Alefkantra
This section of Mykonos town - on the eastern side of the port - is renowned for Full Story »