GREECE- TRAVEL-FUN Explore Greece. Make your comments. Ask us about anything you need for your holidays in Greece. CONTACT US. GREECETRAVELFUN@GMAIL.COM
Showing posts with label NATURE. Show all posts
Showing posts with label NATURE. Show all posts
Sunday, July 19, 2015
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
KEFALLONIA ISLAND - A HIDDEN TREASURE
Kefalonia is the largest island of the Ionian Sea. It spares every kind of tourist structure as well as an exceptionally interesting natural environment. In Kefalonia you will come across to beautiful beaches, sights with historical, religion and cultural interest as well as unique natural phenomena such as the underground caves and the national park of Enos.
The island has spectacular beaches, sandy south and pebbles in the north. The most famous beach and the island's trademark is Myrtos, with white pebbles and crystal clear waters. Starting from Argostoli, you will encounter the crowded beaches of Makris and Platis Gialos, with fine sand, canteens and bars, package-with sunbeds and umbrellas beaches Minia, Ammes, Ag.Chelis, Ligia Avythos and the beach of St. Thomas in Travliata.
In the southern part, the beaches table, Lourdes, Coast, Long Stone, Lazarus and the beaches of Skala and Kateleiou. The beach Antisamos and Karavomylos in Sami area is particularly picturesque. On the north side of the island beaches for swimming are Emplisi and Foki Fiskardo, St Euphemia and Myrtle. Finally, in western Kefalonia, meet the broad sand beaches of Petani, Megas Lakos, beach Xi strange reddish sand and beach Atheva.
The island has spectacular beaches, sandy south and pebbles in the north. The most famous beach and the island's trademark is Myrtos, with white pebbles and crystal clear waters. Starting from Argostoli, you will encounter the crowded beaches of Makris and Platis Gialos, with fine sand, canteens and bars, package-with sunbeds and umbrellas beaches Minia, Ammes, Ag.Chelis, Ligia Avythos and the beach of St. Thomas in Travliata.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
KYTHNOS THE UNIQUE
KYTHNOS
Kythnos (Greek: Κύθνος) is a Greek island and municipality in the Western Cyclades between Kea and Serifos. It is 56 nautical miles (104 km) from the harbor of Piraeus. Kythnos is 100 km2 (39 sq mi) in area and has a coastline of about 100 km (62 mi). It has more than 70 beaches, many of which are still inaccessible by road. Of particular note is the crescent-shaped isthmus of fine sand at Kolona.
The island has two significant settlements, the village of Messaria or Kythnos known locally as Chora, and the village of Dryopis or Dryopida also known as Chorio. Both villages are notable for their winding and often stepped streets, too narrow for vehicular traffic. The villages are very picturesque but in different architectural styles. Chora has the more-typical flat roofs of the Cyclades, while Dryopida's rooftops are slanted and tiled. Chora is also notable for its large Greek Orthodox Church
DIVING IN KYTHNOS
You can dive sheltered bays, reefs, shallows, caves, shipwrecks and walls full of lobsters, shrimps and crawfish. Every dive takes place in a different location so that you will never get bored.
Deep, VERY DEEP, night, drift but also calm and relaxing dives in protected bays, away from currents in places that are full of life. You will not feel like getting out of the water once you dive into the crystal clear waters of Kythnos. The beautiful seascapes call sea lovers from all over the world for a delightful adventure.
Kythnos (Greek: Κύθνος) is a Greek island and municipality in the Western Cyclades between Kea and Serifos. It is 56 nautical miles (104 km) from the harbor of Piraeus. Kythnos is 100 km2 (39 sq mi) in area and has a coastline of about 100 km (62 mi). It has more than 70 beaches, many of which are still inaccessible by road. Of particular note is the crescent-shaped isthmus of fine sand at Kolona.
The island has two significant settlements, the village of Messaria or Kythnos known locally as Chora, and the village of Dryopis or Dryopida also known as Chorio. Both villages are notable for their winding and often stepped streets, too narrow for vehicular traffic. The villages are very picturesque but in different architectural styles. Chora has the more-typical flat roofs of the Cyclades, while Dryopida's rooftops are slanted and tiled. Chora is also notable for its large Greek Orthodox Church
DIVING IN KYTHNOS
You can dive sheltered bays, reefs, shallows, caves, shipwrecks and walls full of lobsters, shrimps and crawfish. Every dive takes place in a different location so that you will never get bored.
Deep, VERY DEEP, night, drift but also calm and relaxing dives in protected bays, away from currents in places that are full of life. You will not feel like getting out of the water once you dive into the crystal clear waters of Kythnos. The beautiful seascapes call sea lovers from all over the world for a delightful adventure.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
THE BEST SUNSETS IN GREECE
SUNSET IN SANTORINI
Say what However, in no case. When the sun sets Caldera paints and colored houses of Oia in this golden color that suits them both! Those You have not enjoyed yet, Rush quickly!
Ano Meria, FOLEGANDROS
The wild beauty of Folegandros, steep cliffs that plunge into the sea as opposed to sunset hues create a majestic backdrop, even if from now does not seem the sun dips into the sea.
keri zakynthos
Here, people gathered early on a hillside that overlooks the Ionian Sea to enjoy the view of the sun disappearing in the depths. The remaining landscape is also impressive, a steep cliff on the right side of the hill and no other land in sight, as the wax is located in the southwest part of the island.
Monte Smith, Rhodes
The hill that rises above the city of Rhodes, got its current name from the English Admiral Sidney Smith, who erected there a watchdog 1802.O hill hosts the ruins of Upper Acropolis, which contribute to the impressive spectacle of the sunset.

Μyrtos kefallonia
Unreal turquoise waters of, white pebble beaches and cliffs that rise around the beach make the landscape even more entyposiako.Afta combined with a red sun dips into the vast blue of the Ionian Sea, makes us talk about the most spectacular the sunset.
Kaiafas ILIA
From the endless sandy beach, trail mainland indistinguishable in orizonta.Meta an entire day at the fantastic beach we can see the sun dip into the sea! An old legend says that in Hawaii wishes come true once the last sunbeam lost in water.
Say what However, in no case. When the sun sets Caldera paints and colored houses of Oia in this golden color that suits them both! Those You have not enjoyed yet, Rush quickly!
Ano Meria, FOLEGANDROS
The wild beauty of Folegandros, steep cliffs that plunge into the sea as opposed to sunset hues create a majestic backdrop, even if from now does not seem the sun dips into the sea.
keri zakynthos
Here, people gathered early on a hillside that overlooks the Ionian Sea to enjoy the view of the sun disappearing in the depths. The remaining landscape is also impressive, a steep cliff on the right side of the hill and no other land in sight, as the wax is located in the southwest part of the island.
Monte Smith, Rhodes
The hill that rises above the city of Rhodes, got its current name from the English Admiral Sidney Smith, who erected there a watchdog 1802.O hill hosts the ruins of Upper Acropolis, which contribute to the impressive spectacle of the sunset.

Μyrtos kefallonia
Unreal turquoise waters of, white pebble beaches and cliffs that rise around the beach make the landscape even more entyposiako.Afta combined with a red sun dips into the vast blue of the Ionian Sea, makes us talk about the most spectacular the sunset.
Kaiafas ILIA
From the endless sandy beach, trail mainland indistinguishable in orizonta.Meta an entire day at the fantastic beach we can see the sun dip into the sea! An old legend says that in Hawaii wishes come true once the last sunbeam lost in water.
Saturday, April 6, 2013
AMORGOS ISLAND . "THE BIG BLUE"
AMORGOS THE MAGIC ISLAND
Amorgos Greece is one of the popular Greek Islands of the Cyclades and it is located near Naxos and Ios, at few hours from Piraeus, Athens. It is the island that was chosen by filmmaker Luc Besson for the scene of “The Big Blue”. The island’s trademark is the beautiful monastery of Hozoviotissa which is wedged into a huge precipice at 300m from the sea. This Greek island has a lot to offer: beautiful beaches in crystal waters, whitewashed houses and windmills...
This section of Amorgos Island provides much information: pictures, map, villages, history, museums, architecture, excursions, weather and much more such as a large choice of hotels...
The island offers desert amazing cricks and sandy beaches.
Amorgos has an active nightlife. It mostly consists of cozy little bars, restaurants and a dance club or two. It is concentrated in Amorgos Town and the port Karavostasi.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
MAY IN CORFU
The summer season begins in May for Corfu ,or Kerkyra in Greek.During daytime it is hot and the
evenings are fresh.
The island of Corfu is still empty with few tourists and it’s the perfect period to find lonely and relaxing beaches. The sea is mostly flat as there aren't strong winds and Kerkyra has a gorgeous nature full of flowers.
Something very special happens in this period of the year: there is the possibility to admire millions of fire-flies in the countryside during the night!
This is also the right month for those who like to assist to the Greek Easter celebrations.
evenings are fresh.
The island of Corfu is still empty with few tourists and it’s the perfect period to find lonely and relaxing beaches. The sea is mostly flat as there aren't strong winds and Kerkyra has a gorgeous nature full of flowers.
Something very special happens in this period of the year: there is the possibility to admire millions of fire-flies in the countryside during the night!
This is also the right month for those who like to assist to the Greek Easter celebrations.
Sunday, March 31, 2013
NISYROS,A VOLCANIC ATTRACTION
Nisyros is an island in the southern Aegean Sea and belongs to the Dodekanese islands complex.
It was created by the explosion of a volcano, which tourists can visit as it one of the its attractions.
Visitors also can enjoy Nisyros' monasteries, the ancient Acropolis and the Castle of the island It has a good traditional cuisine and beautiful and clean beaches.
Friday, March 29, 2013
SIVOTA,WESTERN GREECE
Sivota or Mourtos, in western Greece, is a seaside village where the green landscape surrounded by the sea with a unique blue that makes an idyllic picture. The place is surrounded by the islands of St. Nicholas and Black Mountain.
Sivota can also be a springboard for a path to historic and natural monuments of Epirus.
Sivota is located in small distance from Igoumenitsa port that connects Greece and Italy .
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
SKOPELOS IN CENTRAL AEGIAN
Skopelos ,in Central Aegian Sea,has more than 15 beache. Most of them are organized and the access to them is very easy.
The most famous is Milia, an exotic beach with small pebbles and crystal clear waters, surrounded by pine trees and rocks.
Just beside the beach is Kastani, famous by the filming of "Mamma mia!" and is considered by many as the most beautiful beach on the island. Organized beaches with sun beds and beach bars is Panormos, Elios and Limnonari and Glyfoneri right next to the town of Skopelos.
Hotels suggestions :
SKOPELOS HOLIDAYS HOTEL & SPA
SKOPELOS VILLAGE
BLUE SUITES
The most famous is Milia, an exotic beach with small pebbles and crystal clear waters, surrounded by pine trees and rocks.
Just beside the beach is Kastani, famous by the filming of "Mamma mia!" and is considered by many as the most beautiful beach on the island. Organized beaches with sun beds and beach bars is Panormos, Elios and Limnonari and Glyfoneri right next to the town of Skopelos.
Hotels suggestions :
SKOPELOS HOLIDAYS HOTEL & SPA
SKOPELOS VILLAGE
BLUE SUITES
Monday, March 25, 2013
SIROS OR SIRA . THE SOVEREIGN OF CYCLADES
SIROS
This is the island where Greek tradition and western influence come to a harmonious marriage. Ermoúpoli (meaning “the city of Hermes”) is the island’s capital town and has been the first important trade and industrial centre of the country in the 19th century. Evidence of this glorious past can be seen on public buildings (the City Hall, the Customs Office, “Apollo” theatre), on the neoclassical houses and at the beautiful squares. Due to its economic activity, Ermoúpoli has been called “Manchester of Greece” and the history of its years of blossom is exhibited in the Industrial Museum.
The Orthodox community has contributed some outstanding religious monuments to the architecture of Ermoúpoli such as the churches of Metamórphossi tou Sotíros (Transfiguration of Jesus Christ), St Nicolas the Rich (Áyios Nikólaos Ploússios), Dormition of the Mother of God (Koímissis tis Theotókou).
The medieval quarter of the Roman Catholic community and the fortress-like St George’s cathedral are on St George hill, also named Áno Sýros (meaning upper Sýros). Go up the stairs to the top of the hill and through the narrow streets, by the traditional whitewashed houses, the archways and the open spaces with a breathtaking view of the island.
The great number of beautiful beaches will delight the sea and sand lovers: Vári, Foínikas, Yalissás and Kíni, as well as Possidonia or Dellagrazia, the beach of a village with many neoclassical mansions with colourful orchards.
Sýros is well-known for its gastronomic peculiarities. Halva pie (a pie made of thyme honey and roasted almonds), loukoúmi (a delight made of water, starch and sugar), “loosa” ham, fennel sausages and the San Mihalis spicy cheese (appellation d'origine contrôlée/”protected designation of origin") will no doubt satisfy even the most demanding taste buds.
Internationally acclaimed festivals are held on Sýros, offering a wide range of choices and covering any taste, e.g. The International Cyclades Music Festival, the Classical Music Festival, the Ermoupólia and the Musical May.
This is the island where Greek tradition and western influence come to a harmonious marriage. Ermoúpoli (meaning “the city of Hermes”) is the island’s capital town and has been the first important trade and industrial centre of the country in the 19th century. Evidence of this glorious past can be seen on public buildings (the City Hall, the Customs Office, “Apollo” theatre), on the neoclassical houses and at the beautiful squares. Due to its economic activity, Ermoúpoli has been called “Manchester of Greece” and the history of its years of blossom is exhibited in the Industrial Museum.
The Orthodox community has contributed some outstanding religious monuments to the architecture of Ermoúpoli such as the churches of Metamórphossi tou Sotíros (Transfiguration of Jesus Christ), St Nicolas the Rich (Áyios Nikólaos Ploússios), Dormition of the Mother of God (Koímissis tis Theotókou).
The medieval quarter of the Roman Catholic community and the fortress-like St George’s cathedral are on St George hill, also named Áno Sýros (meaning upper Sýros). Go up the stairs to the top of the hill and through the narrow streets, by the traditional whitewashed houses, the archways and the open spaces with a breathtaking view of the island.
Sýros is well-known for its gastronomic peculiarities. Halva pie (a pie made of thyme honey and roasted almonds), loukoúmi (a delight made of water, starch and sugar), “loosa” ham, fennel sausages and the San Mihalis spicy cheese (appellation d'origine contrôlée/”protected designation of origin") will no doubt satisfy even the most demanding taste buds.
Internationally acclaimed festivals are held on Sýros, offering a wide range of choices and covering any taste, e.g. The International Cyclades Music Festival, the Classical Music Festival, the Ermoupólia and the Musical May.
Sunday, March 24, 2013
SITHONIA - THE ALTERNATIVE CHALKIDIKI
SITHONIA - CHALKIDIKI
Sithonia is the second peninsula of Halkidiki. The rugged and spectacular landscape of the middle leg thrill nature lovers and tourists seeking refuge from the trappings of civilization.
The coastline is varied - a succession of fishermen's hamlets, picturesque coves, deserted beaches of every size, surrounded by trees and bushes. Sithonia is a symphony blue and green: no adjectives all shades and tons of vegetation, sea and sky that you can see there.
There are hotels for each grade from which you can choose the one that suits you, including a unique luxury hotel in Halkidiki, with a golf course with 18 holes, amidst all that it offers. Tennis courts and water sports can be found everywhere while riding through the forest trees is an experience you can not find anywhere else in Greece. As for nightlife and other entertainment expected of holiday resorts, Sithonia manages to combine traditional charm and hospitality with modern delights.
Sithonia is the second peninsula of Halkidiki. The rugged and spectacular landscape of the middle leg thrill nature lovers and tourists seeking refuge from the trappings of civilization.
The coastline is varied - a succession of fishermen's hamlets, picturesque coves, deserted beaches of every size, surrounded by trees and bushes. Sithonia is a symphony blue and green: no adjectives all shades and tons of vegetation, sea and sky that you can see there.
There are hotels for each grade from which you can choose the one that suits you, including a unique luxury hotel in Halkidiki, with a golf course with 18 holes, amidst all that it offers. Tennis courts and water sports can be found everywhere while riding through the forest trees is an experience you can not find anywhere else in Greece. As for nightlife and other entertainment expected of holiday resorts, Sithonia manages to combine traditional charm and hospitality with modern delights.
Friday, March 22, 2013
COASTS OF PIERIA
The coasts of Pieria, northern Greece, has a wide sandy beach with lush golden sand and feature blue and clear sea, shallow and safe for all ages.
Visitors have the opportunity to simultaneously enjoy sea sports and settlements in the cool and shady locations of mountains that lie adjacent to the coast .Enjoy the beaches :
in north Pieria, Methoni Ai Giannis, Makrigialos, Pydna, Aliki Kitrous.
in central Pieria: Korinos, Paralia, Olympiaki Akti.
In south Pieria: Variko Gritsa, Plaka Litochoro Leptokaria Skotina, Panteleimon Beach, Platamonas, Nei Pori.Grand Platon.
http://www.grandplaton.gr/
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
BEACHES NEAR ATHENS
Only a few kilometers from Athens airport,"El.Venizelos",tourists can find an oasis in Porto Germeno with its sheltered coves, under the imposing shadow of the castle,the beach of Psatha and Alepochori with its picturesque taverns .
These three places are an ideal choice for visitors who want to combine staying in Athens with swimming . Tourists can enjoy water sport such as fishing, diving, surfing, sailing, clean sea, sandy beaches. The beaches in the area provide options for all options.
Monday, March 18, 2013
SCUBA DIVING IN ITHAKI
The configuration of the seabed near the coast varies offering spectacular views to the freediver. The magnificent mountain and sea hugging prefigures bottoms that diverge sharply, creating deep.
The reality is surprising, as the bottom of the Ithaca freediver meets all kinds of underwater Mediterranean ecosystems: rocky bottom supporting beautiful meadows of Posidonia (Posedonia oceanica), underwater sandy areas, caves and reefs that host hundreds of species of marine flora and fauna , deep submarine basins and shallow bays.
It is no coincidence that the protected seal Monachus monachus has found refuge on the rocky coast.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)














































