Greece

There is something about Greece that draws travelers to this ancient land time and time again. More often than not this draw is intangible, spiritual or even physical. It is often all three at once. The very word “Greece” instantly evokes a connection with a glorious past – the home of democracy, the Olympic Games, the earliest European literature, the Acropolis, the Spartans, the Mycenaean and the Minoans.  

Sightseeing in Greece

■ Athens: First stop is the Acropolis, then wind your way down to the Ancient Agora and the Plaka distinct, where its Roman and Byzantine and Ottoman past coexist with modern city life. Have a late lunch in a Plaka tavern. In the late afternoon take long walk around the Acropolis promenade, starting from the Temple of Olympian Zeus around to Filopappou Hill promenade and Thisio.

■ Mykonos: Mykonos’ most famous church, located beyond the Delos Ferry Quay on the way to Little Venice, is the Panagia Paraportiani. It is actually five small churches amalgamated, in classical Byzantine style, into one asymmetrical entity, looking as if it has grown from the rocky ground.

■ Santorini: Visit Prophet Elias Monastery where the view is breathtaking. The picturesque village of Pyrgos is close by for you to capture some magnificent photos. Embark for a boat trip to the volcanoes. Continues on the Village of Oia, where you’ll stay and admire the sunset, one of the most spectacular sights in the Cyclades.

Activities in Greece

■ Feat Market: Monastiraki Square at Athens hashsops selling souvenirs, clothes, antiques, second-hand books and an assortment of goods running the gamut from high quality to trashy kitsch.

■ Diving: There are very well organized and with lots of experience Dive Center offer a full range of diving courses with multilingual instructors.