Located in the South Eastern region of Europe, Greece has earned a reputation as one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. The country is actually an island in its own right. It is surrounded by the Aegean Sea on the eastern side, the Mediterranean on the southern and the Ionian Sea on the western border. A fifth of the country is mainly islands.

Greek Island of Thassos by Ronald Saunders

The reason the islands are popular is because they are so many of them that one is usually spoilt for choice as to which to visit. They all have beautiful beaches, breathtaking landscapes and support an array of fun activities. Visiting Greece may be one of the best things you ever treat yourself to. With a rich culture, wealth and good food, you can never get bored in Greece. Moreover, the natives are naturally friendly and will make you feel right at home!

The main highlight of Greek tourism is the ancient and rich civilization. The amazing landscape has also created a perfect tourist attraction feature. This is one of the countries that are exciting to tourists and this keeps them coming back for more.

Different islands

Each island in Greece has its own individual beauty and different tourist attractions. Some of the most revered islands by tourists are Paros, Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, and Andros.

These islands are also popular among couples on honeymoon. They provide a quiet, fun and romantic place to be. Most hotels in the islands have honeymoon packages that make the couples’ stay easier. Travel agents also provide tourists with visits to several islands. Due to the moving around, Greece has been considered by many as an expensive holiday destination. However, with proper planning, it is a cost that is manageable.

Little Venice – Mykonos island, Greece by Allan Henderson

Other major attractions in Greece are the Parthenon on the Acropolis in Athens and the most popular Temple of Delphi. Another thing that attracts people in large numbers to this country is the beautiful serene sun kissed beaches with its white sands and the pine and palm forests. A holiday to Greece is not just refreshing, but totally incomparable and unforgettable. There are many hotels to choose from. Choose one that is within your budget but one with all the desirable amenities that will make your stay there fun. As you move from island to island, you can also change the hotels to widen your experience of the area.

Cuisine

Greece has one of the richest cuisines in the world. Their food is usually made from fresh ingredients that make the food more tasty and tantalizing to the taste buds. It is recommended that you eat in the local tavernas as these will have food at a cheaper rate, compared to the 3-star and 5-star hotels. There is food for everyone, even the vegetarians. Most of the hotels along the beach serve their food outside. This creates a perfectly romantic setting for those on honeymoon. Greece is a package that promises fun, fun, and more fun!

The next time you think you deserve a holiday, think Greece!

Touristorama is a Greece tourism website that specilaises in providing information about Greek isalnds such as Paros, Syfnos, and many more.

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Acropolis, Athens by Loic Pinseel

The story leading up to your wedding might feel more like a comedy caper (or, heaven forbid, a disaster movie) than a romance. A marriage is forever, but a wedding is one big day and it requires a lot of planning and hard work to make it as close to perfect as you can get. It may be the most wonderful day of your life, but when it’s over, you can’t help but breathe a small sigh of relief as the pre-wedding chapter of your love story closes! A honeymoon in Greece is the perfect way to let all those nerves and stress and worry drift away as you walk along the soft golden beach at sunset. As you let the waves wash your worries away, you’ll feel a peaceful chapter beginning in your life together.

That’s not to say there will be nothing to do. When you honeymoon in Greece, a potential adventure is around every corner. All you have to do is look! This is, after all, the land where Aphrodite, the goddess of love, was born from the foam of Aegean sea, the land where the world went to war for the love of Helen of Troy and the land where Perseus risked everything for the love of the princess Andromeda. A honeymoon in Greece will make it the land where you spent your own first days getting used to the feel of being married, letting it sink in that your adventure together is only just beginning. The uncertainty is over—whatever comes next, you will face hand-in-hand.

Of course, there’s more to marriage than the wedding, and there’s more to a honeymoon in Greece than just a vacation by the beautiful Mediterranean sea. Those first few days you spend as a married couple will continue to inspire you for the rest of your life. After all, there will be days when you feel as lost as Theseus in the labyrinth, or as weary as Penelope who waited patiently while her husband was lost as sea. But you’ll remember the beauty and peace of your honeymoon days and remember that you are not alone, that your love story will last forever and that it’s not just in the stories that love conquers all. A honeymoon in Greece is a treasure of the heart, a source of warmth and strength that will last your whole lifetime.

One of the joys of a honeymoon in Greece is the wonder you will experience as you walk the paths that other peoples’ stories have taken. You can walk up the Acropolis to see the Parthenon, the famous temple to Athena. You can visit the island of Delos and see the famous Terrace of Lions, and hear the echoes of years and years of stories at the Theatre of Athens. As you wander this beautiful land and see the spectacular sights, you’ll get a feel for how wide and wonderful the world really is, and you’ll feel once again the joy of being able to face it with the one you love by your side.

A honeymoon in Greece is a joyful experience, the end of one chapter and the beginning of a new chapter in the beautiful, inspiring story of your love. Look into the wonders of this land of stories, and find out… what’s next in your own love story?

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The most popular spot to watch sunset is by the Kastro Walls.

Oia is connected with Thiru by paved path that is about 10 km long. Just as in the main city, you will find typical small Greek houses built on rock here as well. Former residents of the town of Oia created here the fishing town, which gradually turned into a rich prosperous town. At that time the village was decorated with non-traditional buildings, which are still there.

The dominant of Oia is the church of Aghia Sazontos, which was built before the year 1680. Sun lovers should not miss the unique opportunity to see one of the most beautiful sunsets from all over Greece and maybe also from all over Europe.

In 1956, Oia was affected by the devastating earthquake, and after extensive renovation, this area is among the favorite places.

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Official language is Greek, which used Greek alphabet. It is the oldest still in use alphabet in Europe (since the 8th century BC). Majority of Greeks speak also English and German.

If you love nature and do not like excessive heat, the ideal time for you to visit Greece is June (or May, but the sea is still quite cold) or September and October. The water temperature is pleasant and it is also possible to plan your trips and hiking. However the main tourist season in Greece is July and August.

Greek cuisine
Greek cuisine is typically Mediterranean, and famous worldwide. The food must not miss olive oil, fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs and seafood. Greek Restaurants are called taverns.

Hors-d’oeuvre
Everyone will certainly be surprised by a number of appetizers, which mostly consists of various salads, spreads or light sauces. The most famous are the tzatziki appetizer, or roasted peppers. Tzatziki is a spread made ​​of thick Greek yogurt, which is often from sheep’s milk, shredded cucumbers, garlic, olive oil and salt. Tzatziki spread is usually served chilled with Arab bread or as a flavoring for food. Greek salads of fresh vegetables are excellent. Another interesting appetizer is dolmades, which are young leaves of cabbage, filled by rice, pine nuts and minced meat.

Main Dishes
Very popular local delicacy is gyros. Another popular delicacy is grilled souvlaki. If you do not like gilled meat, be sure to taste musaka. Muska are slices of eggplant baked with minced lamb, onions, tomatoes which is covered with béchamel sauce. Among the most popular vegetarian dishes you can find saganaki, which is a fried slice of feta cheese coated in bread crumbs.

Desserts
After the meal it is definitely a good idea to taste some desserts such as baklava, galaktoboureko.

Alcohol
Greece offers a wide range of delicious wines. Greek favorite drink is Metaxa, which is a good cognac. The local traditional drinks include Ouzo.

Greek Islands
Greek Islands, which are more than 2000, will welcome you with their unique culture (pure white houses with blue shutters and roofs), its history and pure nature, remote from the industry.

The most famous islands of Greece include Corfu, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Zakynthos, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodos, Samos, Kos, Lesbos.

Greek cities
Among the most important and best Greek cities you can find such as Athens, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Patras, Sparta, Heraklion and Corinth.

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