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I'm planning to travel to Athens and Zakynthos this summer! What are some classic (but not corny) souvenirs that I can bring back from Greece? :) thanks
 
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Anything Gold (real gold)
 
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cf_fraiser said:
I'm planning to travel to Athens and Zakynthos this summer! What are some classic (but not corny) souvenirs that I can bring back from Greece? :) thanks
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A gold crucifix is nice (Greek workmanship can't be beaten) if you can afford it, personally I love a komboloi, evil eye (keyrings etc) and anything to add to my collection of fridge magnets. Loukoumia, pastelli, pasatembo.
 
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A gold crucifix is nice (Greek workmanship can't be beaten) if you can afford it, personally I love a komboloi, evil eye (keyrings etc) and anything to add to my collection of fridge magnets. Loukoumia, pastelli, pasatembo.
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This is excellent advice! Authentic kobolois are so beautiful and are a great gift. I've seen many people use them in their home as decoraiton
 
Calendars are a popular gift b/c they typically have beautiful photos.
 
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Calendars are a popular gift b/c they typically have beautiful photos.
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I love Greek calendars!! They're coming out with some really nice ones. There's a great store in the Athens airport called Anamneseis that has nice ones
 
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This is excellent advice! Authentic kobolois are so beautiful and are a great gift. I've seen many people use them in their home as decoraiton
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I do have an enormous one on my wall.
 
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cf_fraiser said:
I'm planning to travel to Athens and Zakynthos this summer! What are some classic (but not corny) souvenirs that I can bring back from Greece? :) thanks
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Jewelry, gold, olive oil and olive oil products but also beautiful replica's of art from the museum shops, handmade soap, dried herbs (nice and light in the luggage)
 
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I always bring back evil eye keychains. Also fresh dried oregano is a big hit!
 
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