Everyone asks me: “What should we know when traveling to Greece?” Well first of all, let’s all agree that you’re going to love Greece, no...

The island of Crete is a haven. I say this also from first hand experience, as I am here right now! For so many people who visit Greece,...

Deciding between Paros and Mykonos? Or better yet, are you headed to both? Let’s break it down. Both islands are situated in the...

Have you ever visited the National Garden in Athens? During my first year here, one of my favorite activities was to go there for a walk....

Tavernas all throughout Greece are a special place. The meals can take 3-4 hours, you’ll eat enough to keep you full for the next week,...

During quarantine I have found myself going through old photos and videos from travel. We all miss aspects of daily life and vacation...

You may or may not be familiar with the concept of Name Days, depending on your religion. In certain branches of Christianity, such as...

Between my junior and senior years in college, I was able to study abroad at College Year in Athens (CYA). Of course, competing in...

You have probably heard of the “Mediterranean Diet,” which is just another way of saying “Greek food is the best.” The Mediterranean Diet...

As I write this, I am sitting at the top of Plaka; above the neighborhoods, below and behind the Acropolis, overlooking the downtown of...

At the beginning of May 2019, I was getting adjusted to my new internship. And of course, getting excited for my first visitors of the...

The Greeks are known for their close-knit friend groups, to them known as “παρέα” (pron: par-ay-a). Many adults have a rock-solid friend...

In June 2019, I had a relative of mine visit. Being the same age, Michael and I grew up together, and have always been close. For him,...

October of 2018 was a really special time. I had been living in Athens for one month, had started my master's program, and finally had my...

In April 2018 I graduated from the University of Michigan. Meanwhile, my parents, younger brother, and I were excitedly preparing for a...