When the traffic and chaos of Athens gets all too much one of the best places to pop over to for a visit is Hydra (pronounced e-drah). Being just a couple of hours ferry ride from the big smoke and loaded with things to see and do, this idyllic destination does get a lot of […]
Read MoreThe Trireme – A Naval Powerhouse
Greece has a long and proud maritime history that spans thousands of years, and it largely began with the mighty trireme. The name itself literally translates to meaning ‘three banks of oars’ named so due to the fact there would typically be three rows of oarsmen on each side of the vessel. The design of […]
Read MoreA Picture Tells a Thousand Words
It’s incredible to think just how long Greece’s history spans. When nations like Australia and the United States were being born, Greece had already stood for thousands of years. Yes, there were first nations people in the aforementioned countries, but they were not as yet unified lands known as they are today. One place where […]
Read MoreEaster in Athens
Greeks are always keen to celebrate. We’re a social people with a strong community spirit, and will look for any opportunity to bring friends and family together to enjoy a barbecue, some tsipouro or raki and of course a bit of dancing. But there’s one particular annual event that’s both a time for remembrance and […]
Read MoreThe Shared Journey
Production of My Greek Odyssey has been underway for several months and in that time the team has visited many remarkable locations and met with countless special people. Throughout this period one thing has become very apparent, and in all honesty it’s no surprise. What we have discovered is that it’s the personal connections we […]
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