The Georgios Averof was once the pride of the Royal Hellenic Navy. Throughout much of the first half of the 20th Century she was the flagship of Greece and even today, despite being moored at Palaio Faliro as a Museum Ship and no longer in service, she still holds a place in the heart of […]

Dotted about the cities and towns of Greece are tiny little cubicle-like boxes known as ‘periptero’. They’re one of the simple little touches that make everyday life a bit easier. Come to think of it, they’re almost as much a part of the fabric of Greece as the tavern or ouzo. Essentially they’re a kiosk […]

Strolling along the marina in Piraeus, Athens your eyes are generally drawn to the fishing boats gently bobbing in the water or the cafes and restaurants that are abuzz with activity. For most, the architecture isn’t at all exciting. It’s predominantly a mix of modern structures that lack personality or inspiration. But one building in […]

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 […]

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 […]