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Paris 2024: 5 Things to Know About the Olympic Torch Relay

She will travel from Greece aboard the Belem. The journey of the Olympic flame will, of course, begin in the cradle of the Olympics. This sacred fire will be lit at the site of Olympia in Greece, as per an unchanging tradition, on April 16, 2024. For nine days, the Olympic flame relay will take pl ...

15
Jan
2024

Tzatziki: The Foolproof Recipe

(250 g). 1 teaspoon of olive oil. 1 teaspoon of tzatziki mix. ½ teaspoon of white vinegar. Note: The tzatziki mix I bought in a supermarket in Greece contains garlic powder, salt, pepper, and dried dill. Cucumber preparation The preparation of tzatziki is very simple. 1- Wash and peel the C ...

05
June
2009

Oia: the pearl of Santorini in Greece

hes with magnificent blue domes, this village on the island of Santorini is like a postcard... It is, in fact, the stereotypical image people have of Greece worldwide. A victim of its own success, this village of a few hundred inhabitants is overrun with tourists throughout the beautiful season. A ...

09
Apr
2014

International Coffee Day: 5 ways to drink coffee around the world

hol. To celebrate International Coffee Day, you can taste coffee-calva in Normandy and la bistouille in the North, but always in moderation, of course! 3- In Greece, you must specify the amount of sugar. For French tourists traveling in Greece, ordering a coffee can be a surprising experience... Ind ...

29
Sep
2023

Maria Callas: 5 Things to Know About the Voice of the Century

The one nicknamed Maria was, however, a good student and received her first singing lessons at the age of 8. After her parents' divorce, she moved to Greece with her mother and sister. Encouraged by her family to follow her calling, she joined the Athens Conservatory and refined her voice towards a ...

15
Dec
2023

Tourism: 5 trendy destinations in 2022 according to TripAdvisor

city of a thousand minarets is the ideal destination to discover Egypt's history and culture. Copyright: Pxhere 3- The island of Rhodes in Greece In the third place of this top 5 trendy destinations in 2022, we find the largest of the twelve Dodecanese islands the island of Rhodes. Thi ...

01
Feb
2022

Greek Salad: 5 things to know about Cédric Klapisch's series.

nce! After their maternal grandfather's death, Tom and Mia must manage an unexpected family inheritance. Tom, who wants to launch a start-up, joins Mia in Greece to manage the building they inherited in Athens. A flatshare will be formed around the two heroes and the series embodies the team spiri ...

18
Apr
2023

The Belem: 5 unusual facts about the famous sailboat.

from its Italian owner in 1979. As a premium partner of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the sailboat will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to France in May 2024. On board, 15 young people from disadvantaged neighborhoods will cross the Mediterranean and participate in an integra ...

29
Sep
2023

Easter Around the World: 5 Unusual Easter Traditions

ntry are so beautiful and unique that Guatemala's Holy Week was added to the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2023. 4- Have an egg fight in Greece. In Greece, Easter customs involve eggs, but the locals do not just boil and eat them. One of the world's most unusual Easter traditions is to ...

28
Mar
2024

Travel to Greece: 5 Good Reasons to Visit Amorgos

1- To immerse oneself in the atmosphere of the film The Big Blue. Movie tourism enthusiasts know it well: several scenes from Luc Besson's iconic film, The Big Blue, were shot on the island of Amorgos in the Cyclades. If you are familiar with this feature film released in 1988, starring Jean-Marc ...

24
June
2024

Mother's Day: 5 commandments for a successful celebration.

e on the last Sunday of May, unless it coincides with Pentecost Sunday as was the case in 2023. It is then postponed to the first Sunday of June. In Greece, mothers are celebrated on August 15th, the day of the Assumption, while in the United Kingdom, Mothering Day falls on the fourth Sunday after ...

25
May
2007

The European Health Insurance Card in 5 Questions

he EHIC can therefore be useful in around thirty European destinations such as Germany, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Spain, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, the Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Sweden. In some countries, you will not have t ...

13
June
2007

Valentine's Day : history of the lovers' day

ne's Day dates back to ancient times. Already at that time, the middle of February was associated with love through festivals celebrating Wedding (in Greece) or fertility (in Rome). In the Roman calendar, the day of February 15 was the Lupercales, that is, the feast of Lupercus, the god of fertil ...

31
Jan
2008

The Cyclades: Must-Visit Islands

t miss the charming village of Oia whose houses are perched on the cliffside, between sky and sea. This village with blue domes has become iconic of all Greece. On this very touristy island, you can also enjoy the tiny coves south of Akrotiri to escape the crowd and experience the joys of swimming. ...

13
May
2008

Saffron: Everything You Need to Know About This Precious Spice in 5 Questions

oking since ancient times. It is part of culinary traditions all over the world. The main producing countries during antiquity (Iran, Spain, India, and Greece) still dominate the global market today. This spice was once used as a medicinal plant to treat a wide range of ailments, from indigestion t ...

25
Nov
2008

Saint Nicholas: history and traditions

sweets. What is the history of Saint Nicholas? The character of St. Nicholas is inspired by Nicolas of Myra, one of the most popular saints in Greece and the Latin Church. Born in Patara in Asia Minor (southwestern Turkey today) between 250 and 270 AD, he was bishop of Myra in the fourth c ...

17
Nov
2009

Health: 5 Tips to Extend the Benefits of Vacation

the new season to change your surroundings and redecorate your interior. Draw inspiration from your last destination, such as Provence, Morocco, or Greece, to brighten up your home. It will be easier if you brought back some local crafts from your travels. To extend the benefits of your vacation, ...

28
Aug
2015

Mykonos: a Greek island with many facets

and partying, this island owes its fame more to its restaurants, pubs, nightclubs, and fine sandy beaches! Among the various possible destinations in Greece, this island located between Tinos, Syros, Paros, and Naxos is the favorite destination of the jet-set, night owls, and the gay community. Kno ...

21
Sep
2016

The most beautiful trips in Europe

It is certainly impossible to say that Europe has incredible destinations that no one should miss. Although we have chosen these three countries, Greece, Germany or England are also wonderful places where we can find a very attractive tourist offer. All Europe is a jeweler with priceless pearls. ...

03
Dec
2022

Timisoara: 5 good reasons to visit this Romanian city.

of Culture 2023. Timisoara has been designated as the European Capital of Culture in 2023, along with the city of Veszprém in Hungary and Eleusis in Greece. In this Romanian city rich in history and multicultural influences, this year's program of events is themed "Shine your light - Light up your ...

29
Mar
2023