Author: Celeste

Athens is a perfect departure point for day trips in the Peloponnese, mainland Greece and the beautiful islands near Athens. If you need a break from the ‘chaos’ of Athens, look no further. In this post, we will start to collect our favorite day tours from Athens. They will help you plan your Athens stay and your Greek family adventure itinerary. Whether you’re looking for art, culture, adventure, or ruins, we’ve got something for you! So let’s get to it. Here are the best family-friendly day trips from Athens. Day Trips from Athens: Aegina Island Aegina island is one of the Argo-Saronic gulf…

The National Art Gallery of Greece has finally opened its doors again. After eight years of renovation, the nation’s most important art museum is back, showing its visitors an impressive exhibition of iconic artworks. You will find more information about visiting Athens with kids and the National Art Gallery. The National Art Gallery in the New York Times A feature published recently in the online edition of The New York Times (NYT) highlights Athens‘  impressive art venues, restaurants and hotels that have been developed in the Greek capital during the last two years. The NYT article also refers to new and old cultural venues worth exploring in…

Post in Greek about Summer Camp Athens Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Summer Camp Athens Museum 2021 Το Μουσείο Κοτσανά «βγαίνει έξω» ξανά και προσκαλεί τους μικρούς του «εφευρέτες»σε μια συναρπαστική κατασκήνωση γεμάτηπαιχνίδι, τεχνολογία, γνώση και μοναδικές εκπλήξεις! Το Μουσείο Κοτσανά ανοίγει και πάλι για το κοινό και πιστό στο ραντεβού του, προσκαλεί και φέτος τους μικρούς του «εφευρέτες» στην πιο δροσερή καλοκαιρινή κατασκήνωση της πόλης, διοργανώνοντας από τις 28 Ιουνίου έως τις 3 Σεπτεμβρίου 2021 ένα πλούσιο εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα που έχει στόχο να προσφέρει στα παιδιά ξέγνοιαστες στιγμές ψυχαγωγίας, με πρώτιστη μέριμνα την υγεία και την ασφάλειά τους. Αποσκευές μας…

Message for the official opening of the tourism season in Paros Setting sail in Paros! As of today, tourism restarts throughout Greece following the lifting of restrictive measures for covid-19; and Paros island is as ready as it gets to welcome the new season: – About 25% of the adult population has already been vaccinated. Vaccination will have been completed on the island within June, as part of the government’s “Liberty in Blue” initiative. – Restaurants, bars, cafés, beach bars are now open under strict protocols for staff – Museums and cultural sites are also open (find them all here)…

Verita International School is open for admissions, registering new students for the school year 2021/2022. Let’s take a look at this south Athens-based, English-speaking, international school focused on inquiry-based learning and emotional intelligence. Verita International School Athens Verita International School was founded in 2008 […] and is located in Glyfada, an international suburb in South Athens on the Athens Riviera. The school is an English-speaking, international-based educational institution that follows the National Curriculum of England from Nursery to Secondary (secondary school opening soon). Although international, the program does include daily Greek language lessons. Verita is family-owned and operated. Mr. Michael Wolpner…

The idea of this post started when over the years we were approached by other parents – friends, colleagues, and relatives who live abroad – asking questions like ‘We’d like to go on a family vacation to Crete but where exactly should we go?’ Or ‘Do you know any nice hotels in Crete which are kid-friendly?’ Because we know the island really very well and have visited many Cretan resorts and hotels over the years, we collected our favorites in our list of the Best Family Hotels in Crete! Affiliate Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, meaning we earn a small…

The best cruising destinations including Greece! A lot of people that head out on a vacation aren’t big fans of the “down time”, which basically has you sitting in a hotel somewhere until you have something else to do. If you’re one of these people, heading out on a cruise is the perfect vacation. There’s no down time here – you’re enjoying and having fun 24/7 from the moment you embark on a cruise, up until the moment that cruise is over. If you’re contemplating heading out on a cruise, private charters are the way to go. You get a…

Over the past 12 years, we reviewed many family hotels and resorts in Greece. A good family hotel should offer that perfect blend of relaxation opportunities, a safe beach, and kid-friendly activities. Families and family time are an important part of Greek culture, and when combined with a luxury resort, you can’t go wrong! We’ve brought together the best family resorts in Greece, guaranteeing the perfect family vacation. We focus on the beachside hotels and resorts as well as those in Athens. Get ready to book your summer vacation with this list of the best family hotels in Greece! In…

Greece is the ultimate holiday destination for millions of people around the world including families. It is easy to understand why; the warm climate, the safe sandy beaches, and the kid-friendly nature of the Greeks have all come together to make Greece an ideal place. The country has a vast variety of different family destinations, but the most popular are the Greek islands. And Greece has no shortage of islands to choose from – there’s over 6000 of them! Choosing one can be difficult, especially for those with babies and toddlers. To get you out of trouble, we’ve done the hard…

Books about Roman Mythology played an important part in my life. As a young child, I remember sitting on my fathers’ lap listening to the most amazing stories. My love for his stories resulted in me travelling to Italy and studying Culture in my later life. Although I ended up in Greece, I still feel very close to Roman culture. And because I love reading mythology stories with my kids, I decided to research the myths of the Romans too. This post lists 10 of the best Roman Mythology Books for Kids. Greek versus Roman Mythology Did you know that…

There is always something amazing to see and do in Athens no matter whether you are there with the family or on a business trip with time to pass. This incredible place holds a lot of history, after all, since it is one of the top 10 oldest cities in the world. Dating back to about 5,000 BC, Athens was home to Hippocrates and Socrates. In this article, we have listed the 15 Must-See Attractions in Athens. From ancient ruins to religious structures and museums to galleries, Athens has a plethora of attractions for you to enjoy. Spend the day…

Initially set for 2021, the term for being the European Capital of Culture Elefsina was pushed back to 2023 on the initiative of the European Commission due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the preparations. European Capital of Culture Elefsina Started in 1985 on the initiative of the then Greek Minister of Culture Melina Mercouri, European Capitals of Culture have developed into one of the most ambitious cultural projects in Europe and become one of the best known – and most appreciated – activities of the European Union. The original motivation of the project is more relevant than ever. It is to provide Europeans…