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I'm planning a trip to Kefalonia and have heard a lot of great things about Myrtos Beach. Has anyone on this forum been there? I'm interested in knowing: The best time of day to visit Tips for parking and accessibility Recommendations for nearby local eateries Any must-know tips for...

Does anyone have any idea if the ingredients list in this fasolada recipe looks good? I want to make it soon - seems like a good lenten meal to me. 1 cup dried white beans (such as Great Northern or navy beans), soaked overnight 1 onion, finely chopped 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 2...

I thought I would ask your thoughts oh Philoxenia - or the Greek way, or art, of hospitality. I noticed this when I travel in Greece. People are so kind, they often go out of the way for us, when I feel that they don't have to! How can one describe this to someone? From what I understand...

I am traveling with someone who lives history to Rhodes. Specifically, Medieval history (to the crusades). I understand that Rhodes was a main player in this time period? Here are a few things on my list to visit. Did I miss anything? The Palace of the Grand Master: Standing majestically in...

I would like to take a tour or create my own itinerary to do nothing but visit Greece to eat all the food. I want to go to some unique and memorable destinations. For many reasons, both Ikaria and Crete are on my list. I will have maybe two weeks in Greece so I truly don't have the itinerary...

Thanks, Hash! I heard some great things about Elia Beach. I tried to go to Paradise Beach over the summer and it was so noisy I couldn't relax. That beach didn't sync with the mood I was in - so a beach with fewer crowds is definitely something I am interested in!

Today, I’m excited to share four religious sites that you might want to visit as you journey along a certain road. Each of these destinations offers a unique insight into the spiritual legacy and historical context of the regions you'll find yourself immersed in. However, remember I haven't...

While visiting the monasteries, remember you are in a sacred place. Dress modestly, with legs and shoulders covered, to show respect for the local customs and faith. Keep your voice low to preserve the peaceful ambiance and adhere to any photography restrictions to respect the privacy of the...

On my next trip to Greece, I will be using the Ferry. Because I am also going on a cruise, I will have a lot of luggage. I don't need a lot of luggage for some of the smaller trips I will be taking via ferry after it. I am pretty sure I am going to be in Greece for several months. In trying to...

I bumped into this dish the other day at a restaurant and I loved it. Found out the proprietors have family in Rhodes. I decided to ask them about how they make it... They gave me an explanation but not a concrete recipe, so I decided to look around. I found this recipe, tried it, made some...

I learned about this cool place on Rhdoes I want to see. Valley of Butterflies is a sanctuary on Rhodes for severe; species of butterflies and is worth a visit. This natural haven is nestled in the middle of a winding stream and surrounded by rocky hills, flowers, and trees. The valley is home...

I have a bucket list of going to Kefalonia while the turtles are on the beaches. I love turtles and this seems like a really beautiful thing. I found this video that talks about them. It's not quite seeing them in person, but it was informative. Thought I'd share:

I messed up my vasilopita last year - it was more like a tsoureki texture, and I wanted one that was more like a cake. I have no idea how to tell the difference between the two types of vasilopitas. Do you? Does anyone have a recipe they can share? This is the ingredients list from the one I...

I am participating in this tradition soon and am so excited - it will be my first time. I have no idea what I am doing - what types of things should I do or bring? Some ideas: - Flowers - Money - Fun items on a theme (I don't know what this means, but someone told me) - Good luck items I am...

I have my family's baklava recipe. They usually make it in a huge round pan. Can I use this same recipe to make the version where it's all rolled, or do I need to do something different? My plan was to figure out how to actually make the rolls, and then stuff it with the filling the way my...