Northern Europe is often praised for its order, efficiency, and dramatic landscapes, but Southern Europe consistently delivers experiences that feel warmer, richer, and more deeply human. From ...

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As German paratroopers fought to secure a foothold on Crete, Allied forces launched urgent counterattacks to regain lost ground. Around the vital Maleme airfield, New Zealand and British units tried ...

In May 1941, Nazi Germany launched its first major airborne invasion, targeting the strategic island of Crete. As thousands ...

Nicknamed the ‘Greek Caribbean’ for its iridescent ocean and superstar beaches, Lefkada is another slice of Greek paradise ...

The historic Club of Vraka-Wearers of Crete brought festive joy to Greece's Ministry of Tourism on Christmas Eve, singing ...

A 45-meter metal Christmas tree, lit up near the entrance to Crete's Samaria Gorge on December 21, 2025, attracted thousands but sparked outrage for its placement in a protected area, leading ...

Tuesday of the fourth Week of Advent :Martyrs of Crete, 250 (Eastern OrthodoxCalendar) O Antiphons –O Emmanuel ...

An ancient Greek custom of decorating tree branches might have inspired the modern-day decoration of the Christmas tree.

Traditional Greek Christmas carols are a core element of the festive season and of Greece’s folk religious heritage, with a ...