July and August are the months that most people come to Greece. These are also the hottest months of the year, with July being the hottest. For a family vacation with babies and young children, it is, therefore, best to visit Greece in May/June or in September/October. Not only are the temperatures child friendlier, it…
The tour company promised us a walking tour in English language and ‘Using activities, games, storytelling, and art, this tour offers a glimpse of life in a bustling metropolis of the ancient world: From competitions between gods to monumental architecture, early medicine, and theater festivals, it brings the Acropolis to life and is the perfect…
Lake Vouliagmeni Lake Vouliagmeni is located on the Athenian Riviera at the coastal town of Vouliagmeni. It’s very near to the sea, in fact, it is connected to it. The lake contains brackish water fed by underground currents seeping through the mountains around it. It is not very clear how the lake was formed but it…
Athens Happy Train was the focus of me and the girls on one sunny November morning. It is a great activity for winter and summer. Especially in the hot summer months when walking is not an option with kids. The Athens Happy Train is an open toy-like street train (no rails but wheels). It starts…
Flisvos Marina The Flisvos Marina was a favourite of mine even before my children were born. It was actually the place for my wedding reception. Although the economic crises did change the businesses located in the port somewhat, it is still one of the most beautiful spots down south. This beautiful port located just off…
Perivoli in Vari (Perivoli means a combination of an orchard and vegetable garden in Greek) had been on my bucket list for a long time. The girls and I recently had a chance to explore this live, working urban farm on a warm and sunny Saturday morning. Our experience Perivoli is located in Vari, near the…
Flisvos playground in Palio Faliro offers a great day out for families and kids of all ages. I believe that the Flisvos playground hosts one of the best free play spaces in Attica. Flisvos playground is located in Palio Faliro in the South of Athens in between the beach and the important coastal road called Poseidonos…
In Greece, the most popular family day for a visit to the park is ‘Protomagia’or ‘1st of May’. May 1 is considered ‘Labor Day’ for the Greeks. Many Greek families will take their picnic lunches out to the countryside on this day. Flowers, branches, and garlands feature prominently in the merriment of May. Children are…
Many parents today spent their children riding their bikes and playing games like baseball or dodgeball on side streets and in neighbors’ backyards or on the streets. Many children today spend much of their time indoors, playing games on their tablets or watching television. The American Academy of Pediatrics says lots of unstructured outdoor play…
Parks in Athens for kids suitable for picnics is the subject of this post. A great day for a family picnic in a park is Protomagia or May 1. The first of May is considered Labor Day for the Greeks and an official Greek holiday. Many Greek families will take their picnic lunches out to the countryside…
