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This is a great and funny list LOL! Here is some actual information about the traditions surrounding Greek Orthodox weddings: https://www.greekboston.com/category/wedding/

The Cretan graviera Greek cheese is amazing (great suggestion to use this cheese in making au gratin potatoes): https://www.greekboston.com/cheese/graviera-cheese/

This is a great question!! This is correct Uber and Lyft are not really used by Greeks in Greece, they support local taxis. Here is some information from Uber that might be helpful as well: https://www.uber.com/global/en/cities/athens-gr/ https://www.uber.com/global/en/airports/ath/

Here are my top 3 favorite Greek philosophers: 1. Socrates 2. Plato 3. Aristotle

Great video, thanks for sharing! Here are a few resources about popular beaches and castles to visit in Kefalonia: https://www.greekboston.com/travel/beaches-kefalonia/ https://www.delfinoblu.gr/blog/the-7-best-kefalonia-beaches/ https://www.greekboston.com/travel/castle-assos-kefalonia/...

Thanks for the phyllo tip, never heard of this and we will try it next time we make spanakopita and/or baklava! ??

Sure, here are a list of some of the villages/towns to consider visiting while in the Thessaloniki area: - Agia Triada - Anchialos - Angelochori - Ano Stavros - Asprovalta - Epanomi - Halkidona - Loutra Volvis - Nea Michaniona - Nea Vrasna - Nei Epivates - Oraiokastro - Paralia Vrasna - Stavros...

It really depends on the type of relationship you have with your nieces parents...I would just ask, but again this is a personal thing for sure! Not sure if anyone else has advice to give you here...

Here is a list of places that I can think of that we have a Greek evil eye "mati" for good luck: - On my necklace next to my Greek orthodox cross. - At the front door of my house. - On a keychain in my car. These are few places that I can think of! ??

WOW! This looks amazing for a first time making spanakopita! Just in case you want to compare, here are a few recipes for spanakopita: https://www.greekboston.com/food/pies/spanakopita-recipe/ https://athensfoods.com/recipes/spanakopita/...

Great video!! Here are some of the popular phrases to learn when visiting Greece (for those that are not Greek and/or do not speak Greek): https://www.greekboston.com/learn-speak/language-phrases-visiting/

So do we! Traditional Cretan clothing is so beautiful!! Thanks for sharing this link!

Thanks for sharing! Never heard of this store and I will be sure to check it out next time I am at the Athens airport! ????

Great question! In the Summer months and during peak travel season (May through September) the ferry port in Santorini is really busy all day every day, so I am not sure if there are any real slow times during on peak times.

Here are a few hospitals and/or health clinics on the Greek island of Corfu (hopefully, you will not need them!): - General Hospital of Kerkyra "Agia Eirini" Address: Kontokali 491 00, Phone: +30 2661 360400 - “ALEXANDER MASTORAS“ Corfu General Clinic Address: Corfu 491 00, Phone: +30 2661 036044

Here are a few additional resources to look at with the Monolithos Castle in Rhodes: https://www.greekboston.com/travel/monolithos-castle-rhodes/ https://theislandofrhodes.com/monolithos-castle-in-rhodes/ https://www.rhodesguide.com/travelguide/rhodes_monuments.php?ssp=29

Great video, thanks for sharing! Here are a few printed versions of the Ekmek Kataifi recipe: https://www.greekboston.com/food/custard-cream-pastry-recipe/ https://www.mygreekdish.com/recipe/greek-ekmek-kataifi-recipe-custard-and-whipped-cream-pastry-with-syrup/...

Here is the most recent travel restrictions for people looking to travel from the United States to Greece (EU): https://www.wsj.com/articles/eus-new-travel-recommendation-for-americans-what-you-need-to-know-11630355699...

So true! Tavli or backgammon is a great game to play with friends, family, at a taverna or at the beach! ?? https://www.greekboston.com/culture/modern-history/why-play-tavli/

So true!! The first 48 hours of jet lag are the worst part of arriving in Greece, here are my tips :) - Drink many Greek coffees and/or Frappes as possible. - Stay awake and try to sleep as close to normal night sleep time. - Hydrate and drink as much water as possible. Those of a few things...