Many of us are heading to the beach to bask in the sun and unwind as part of our summer vacations. Research has shown that ...

The ruined city of Mystras on the Peloponnese is a stop on almost every cultural tour of Greece, but it can also be explored independently by car or public bus. TRAVELBOOK provides an overview. The ...

Discover why Greece is a top retirement destination for 2025, offering retirees affordable living, a sunny Mediterranean ...

According to a close examination of the evidence, scholars have shown that Athens continued to have kings much later than believed.

In its heyday, the seaside town was the seat of the Carthaginians, whose North African empire gave ancient Greece and Rome a ...

With the capital's reservoirs approaching historic lows, officials are turning to ancient engineering to conserve potable ...

Composed of three summits, Mytikas, Skolio and Stefani, Mt Olympus is Greece’s highest mountain, with 46 peaks exceeding ...

From temples and taramasalata to sandy beaches and scenery, the Greek islands have plenty to offer holidaymakers – and you ...

The first ancient Greek colonies were established as early as the 8th century BC, while wide colonization continued through ...

Hiking the 16km-long (10-mile) Samaria Gorge is considered one of Crete 's must-do experiences, which is why you'll rarely be ...

Extreme heatwaves are becoming more common in Southern Europe during the summer months, a time of the year that used to be ...

With its palm trees, cacti and clean lines borrowed from mid-century modern architecture, there’s more than a hint of California’s Palm Springs at Casa Cook Rhodes. Set against the natural backdrop of ...