Thessaloniki Explained: The History of Northern Greece’s Great Metropolis
Explore more than 2,300 years of Thessaloniki’s history, from its Macedonian foundation and Roman and Byzantine prominence to Ottoman rule, modern Greece and.
Guides
Traditions/etiquette/history
Life & Culture
What’s on
Athens Marathon 2026: History, Route, Records and Race Guide
The complete guide to the Athens Marathon 2026, covering its remarkable history, demanding route, course records, race-day transport and the best places to.
Life & Culture
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Wine Festivals in Greece: Five Events to Explore in Autumn 2026
Five autumn wine festivals bring Greek varieties, regional producers and distinctive tasting experiences into focus. Explore events in Tyrnavos, Nemea, Naoussa, Thessaloniki and.
Life & Culture
Athens Open-Air Cinemas: Their History and Where to Find Them
Discover the history and atmosphere of Athens’ open-air cinemas, then find 68 operating venues across the city, suburbs and Riviera, with links to.
Life & Culture
What’s on
Classical Music in Greece: Four Exceptional Events Before Summer Ends
Four outstanding classical music events bring internationally recognised soloists and chamber ensembles to Patmos, Chios, Chania and Syros from 24 August to 5.
Health& Wellness
Life & Culture
Athens Heatwave: How to Stay Safe in Extreme Heat
Extreme heat changes daily life in Athens. Find cooling spaces, recognise heatstroke, protect children and animals, and check the latest Acropolis information.
Guides
Moving to Greece
Moving to Greece with Pets: A Complete Relocation Guide
Moving to Greece with a pet requires careful preparation. This guide explains the entry documents, travel arrangements, Greek registration rules, housing questions and.
Education
New Rules for School Trips in Greece 2026–27: Mobile Phones, Safety and More
Greece has introduced new school-trip rules for 2026–27, covering mobile phones, consent, travel-agency checks, costs and educational outings.
Escapes
Underwater Museums in Greece: Ancient Shipwrecks You Can Visit
Ancient amphora cargoes, Roman wrecks and Byzantine anchors lie beneath Greece’s seas. Discover which underwater archaeological sites divers can visit now and which.
City Breaks
Escapes
Escape Rooms in Athens: The Greek Games Ranked Among the World’s Best
Athens has become a destination for long, theatrical and frightening escape-room experiences. Discover the five Greek games placed highest in TERPECA 2025 and.