Archive for 'Museums & Galleries in Greece'

Fall has to be one of the best times of the year to book a villa in the Ionian Islands as the more intense tourist crowds of the summer months have well and truly departed for the year, leaving travellers to enjoy all of the charms of this part of Greece in peace and at their leisure. Furthermore, Greece is a great destination for sun-lovers looking to holiday later in the year, whether they did not manage to get away during the summer or if they feel in need of another vacation after a busy year at work. It is a perfect way for a lot of people who want to escape the colder weather that they might be enduring back home and spend some time relaxing on the beach while soaking up the sun before it disappears. 

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Summers on vacation in Crete and in Greece can be hot; we’re talking the kind of sizzling heat that means staying outside uninterrupted through the hottest parts of the day might not be a great idea. So, in between enjoying the sun, visits to the beach, wandering the stunning countryside and taking in incredible scenery outside, if you need to take a break from the heat for a while, why not plan a visit to one of the island’s many, many wonderful tourist attractions? With such a rich and diverse history and cultural heritage, Crete is full of amazing architectural gems, pretty churches, beautiful mosques, astounding ruins, sumptuous palaces and villas, fascinating museums, and much more besides. However, if you are exploring the area around Rethymno, a lovely seaside town that is greatly influenced by its past with Venice and that boasts an elegant architectural character and picturesque port, then you should pay a visit to the Museum of Contemporary Art of Crete. Prise yourself away from the many gorgeous beaches in the area and enjoy the cool interiors while taking in some fascinating works of art while on holiday in Crete...

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Those who holiday in Crete will quickly discover that it is truly a paradise anyone who likes to get outside and get active. While the island has a rich history and cultural heritage to dive into, lots of culinary gems to explore, and much more besides, the diverse and incredibly beautiful landscape of the area is truly mind-blowing and ripe with possibilities. Spend days enjoying her wonderful beaches, of course, but make sure to also set aside some time to see the other natural beauties that Crete has to offer. In particular, if you’re looking for a destination where you’ll have plenty of excellent hiking routes surrounded by stunning views to choose from, then a villa in Crete is just the thing as you will find yourself absolutely spoiled for choice. We have mentioned some notable examples in the past including the famous gorge routes of the island (Samariá Gorge, Imbros Gorge, and Richtis Gorge), the breathtaking trails through the White Mountains, the charming coastal walks and trails around the Gramvousa Peninsula, and more. However, if you’re looking for a lovely hike and a visit to a stunning architectural gem steeped in history in Greece combined, then a visit to Gouverneto Monastery will tick all of your boxes in one!     Read More

If you are spending time exploring the Ionian Islands and have found a villa in Zakynthos, you will discover an island that is just full of stunning views and natural beauty. For those interested in hiking, swimming, cycling, snorkelling, boating, and plenty of other water sports, in getting out and getting active, in taking in gorgeous scenery, it is a truly idyllic destination. However, while these wonderful traits are immediately apparent and reason enough to plan a trip to this special part of Greece and the world, they are not all that there is to the island. There are some other, more unique and less obvious things to see and do that you should definitely make a point to check out while on Zakynthos, such as the island's architectural gems, museums, turtle rescue centre, and more. For the creative types who like to make things and those who love unique, handmade, lovely home goods, in particular, a visit to the Hanne Mi S. Ceramic Art Studio is a must among the island's less apparent attractions!     Read More