Things To Do In Greece – Greek Islands
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It’s All Greek To Me
Greece and the Greek Islands are making the news for all the wrong reasons these days, but just rest assured that the things which were once great in Greece are still there . . . and they’re still great. The Greek people, the Greek weather, the Greek food, the Greek culture, the whole Greek experience is wonderful from the moment your plane touches down, or your ferry docks at some wonderfully remote Greek island.
Greece is the land of whitewashed houses beneath azure skies, emerald seas gently lapping on the shore, traditional coastal taverns serving Ouzo, fantastic salads and seafood to die for. Greece embraces a valiant history yet is the birthplace of philosophy, a simple yet beautiful land where life is simple and joyful. Whether you choose to spend a vacation on the Greek mainland discovering natural treasures and ancient ruins around every glorious corner, or on one of the many diverse Greek islands, each offering a unique experience yet still with that touch of Greek magic, a visit to Greece really is a visit to remember.
Cultural Greece
Greece is a culture vultures paradise, with ruins, monuments and places of historical interest around every single corner, on the Greek mainland as well as on any of the wonderful Greek islands. There’s the Acropolis sitting high and proud over Athens, The Epidaurus Theater, regarded by many experts to be one of the finest examples of Greek architecture, The Delphi Ruins, known as the navel of the world, the center of the Earth, center of the Universe in fact, and a truly remarkable place both spiritually and historically. The National Archaeological Museum in Athens is well worth a visit, packed to the rafters with some truly fascinating stuff and don’t forget to stop by the Monastery of the Apocalypse if you get half a chance.
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Unfortunately the pink doesn’t really show on the video, but it really is pink, I’ve seen it with my own eyes and it’s b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l.
Party in Greece
Greece is also a popular destination for party lovers. Popular tourist islands like Corfu and Kos have more than their fair share of after dark activities, as well as some really terrific locations for those who prefer to live life at a gentler pace. The popular island of Mykonos is great for party animals . . . here you’ll find a real cosmopolitan atmosphere and more than your average gay bars and well oiled bodies. If you wanna’ party, then Mykonos is the place for you.
Okay, maybe you had trouble understanding all of what he was saying, but you get the general idea right?
Eating in Greece
Greek people are said to have the healthiest diet in the world . . . you do notice a lot of elderly looking people in Greece, but whether they really do live to be 110 years old or the sun makes them look like that before they reach 60 I’m not entirely sure. Anyway, back to one of the very best things you can do in Greece – EAT. Eating out is a fantastic way to spend an entire afternoon or evening in Greece. Greek people make eating a real family occasion, the majority of restaurants are pretty informal, you certainly aren’t expected to “dress for dinner”. Although you’ll find many international favorites on the menu – plenty of pizzas and spag bols, don’t forget to try some of the local Greek recipes too, Greek food really is delicious. Be sure to try out Tsatsiki, Taramasolata, Greek salad with deliciously creamy feta cheese and a sprinkling of oregano, Moussaka, Pastitso, Stifado (my personal favorite) and Kleftiko. The seafood is delicious, and although deserts don’t play a large role in the Greek menu, you must try Baklava, a scrumptious filo pastry base soaked in Greek honey. A swig of Ouzo before your meal will help to keep the dreaded indigestion at bay too.
