A flavourful melting pot of sparkling night spots, fresh seafood, sizzling Mediterranean passion and mythical legend, Greece is a fascinating and enchanting destination - whether lounging on a sandy stretch, or exploring ancient relics.
Greece and the Islands have an atmosphere all of their own: a delicious combination of hot brilliant sunshine, beautiful beaches, dazzling white villages, friendly resorts, a rich cultural heritage and the perennial romance of island life
Time Zone
GMT +2
Weather
Greece has a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, mild temperatures and a limited amount of rainfall. Due to the country's geographical position, its rugged relief and its distribution between the mainland and the sea, there is great variation in Greece's climate. In summer, the dry hot days are cooled by seasonal winds called the meltemi, while mountainous regions have generally lower temperatures
The People
Experience its culture and let the warmth of its people embrace you. The majority of Greeks speak and understand the English language moderately well, yet traditions and customs are carried on throughout generations and the close-knit family circle remains an integral part of day-to-day life. Greeks are respectful, warm-hearted and generous, as you will soon learn for yourself.
Food and Drink
You've come to the right place for an amazing selection of delicious food! Greece offers an unrivalled selection of restaurants that welcome children and cater for all tastes. Choose from a mouthwatering assortment of traditional meat, fish and vegetable dishes. Whatever you opt for don't leave without sampling an authentic moussaka (layers of vegetables and mince cooked in the oven and topped with a creamy white sauce), or a Greek souvlaki (kebab). Don't let your sweet tooth miss out either! Try baklava; nut filled, paper thin layers of glazed pastry soaked in pure honey. Good food deserves good wine, which is also found in abundance, or for the more daring amongst you, 'retsina', the locally made wine, will certainly put hairs on your chest! Ouzo is the drink that Greece is famous for and accompanied with a little plate of snacks and a glass of water, is a favourite way to wind down.
