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    I live on Rhodes & will answer any questions

    Do you rent the same place every year? Or get a different place? I'm assuming if you visit the same area often it's much easier to find a reputable place because you have connections and get to know where is nicer in the area. This is what I struggle with, I don't go to Greece often so it's hard...
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    Learn more about history at the Athens War Museum

    This museum is amazing!! It's probably my second favourite museum in Athens besides the one at the acropolis. It's great for history buffs like me :) and it's located right next to Kolonaki which is one of the best and most popular neighborhoods in Athens so you can explore and grab a bite to...
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    Have any of you traced your family tree or taken a DNA test?

    My family is Armenian but I know we have many Greek family members. Have any of you traced your family history? I would love to hear any stories that you have
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    Katelios beach in Kefalonia is the nicest beach on the island

    Here's some more info about Katelios beach https://www.greeka.com/ionian/kefalonia/beaches/katelios/ https://www.greekboston.com/travel/katelios-beach-kefalonia/ https://www.kefalonia.ws/katelios.html
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    Pyrrhic Dance (Πυρρίχιος) Cretan dance

    This dance is so powerful. It's one of my favorite performances and was famously done at the 2004 Athens olympics
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    Why do Greeks smash plates?

    I never really understood this concept....can someone explain it to me?
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    How to make Greek wedding bread or Lefkadiko psomi to gamou

    I love making this bread when one of my relatives gets married! Check out the full recipe https://www.greekboston.com/food/efkaditiko-psomi-recipe/
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    What is your favorite place to visit in Corfu?

    My favorite place to go to is Paleokastritsa Beach!! Corfu is my favorite island, what about you guys?
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    Lesser known fact: Thessaloniki has some of the best street art!

    You would think that Athens- a city covered in graffiti would be the best place for street art in Greece but I was so surprised with how beautiful the street art is in Thessaloniki! I really admire the artists there, and I must visit again soon. Filia!
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    Easy cajun style gyros!

    I love mixing different cuisines! This recipe for cajun style gyros is so tasty and modern! I usually by pre marinated blackened chicken from whole foods or my local butcher 4 Greek pita bread rounds 1 recipe cajun dip (see below) 3 blackened chicken breast halves, sliced 1 large onion, chopped...
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    What is the history of the split between the Catholic and Orthodox church?

    I know the answer is probably super complicated...but I never actually knew what happened and how we ended up with so many different types of Christianity. Can anyone elaborate or recommend any good documentaries that are historically accurate?
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    Where can I buy Greek crosses online?

    Do you have any good online jewelry stores where I can buy crosses?
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    The best beach in Crete is Nea Chora!

    What does nea chora mean in Greek?
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    What are the katavothres in Kefalonia?

    It's such a beautiful natural phenomenon! Look at it in action
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    Recipe for Greek fried zucchini!

    I like them cut in strips and not round like the picture, its better for finger food
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    What are some old fashioned Greek wedding traditions?

    My cousin is getting married and she wants to implement some older traditions into her wedding. I'm helping her plan it so I'm doing a little bit of research. Do you have any tips?
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    Traveling to Greece for Easter

    Does anyone have advice for traveling to Greece during easter? I'm not planning on going this year because of covid but if anyone is going I'd love to hear your tips! My boyfriend is Greek and I'm Armenian and we're thinking of going next year, and to Armenia for Easter the next
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    Dido, the queen of Greek mythology!

    Dido is lesser known but she is a super important figure in Greek mythology. She is the Queen of Ancient Carthage and she is said to have died for love. She is also known as Elissa or Alyssa and was the founder and first queen of Carthage. Carthage was a Phoenician city-state located in what is...
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    Which island is best for a surprise birthday party?

    Sounds like she would love Santorini!!! It's so elegant and has a lot of fun adventurous stuff to do like going on ATV's and hiking the volcano. It really is the best of both worlds
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