Rania Margari

Sifnos is the perfect Cycladic island for families that no one’s talking about. This lesser-known island offers playgrounds, sandy beaches with swallow, crystal clear waters, cultural activities, great food and a laid-back vibe.

A Swiss restaurant in Vaud is so committed to being eco-conscious that it aims to produce no food waste and refuses to fly in exotic spices or even – gasp – chocolate.

There’s something magical about the impressive rock cliffs known as the Towers of Astraka, which hang above Voidomatis River and the Gorge of Vikos.

An article about the gastronomy of Thessaloniki in Greece for Skylife Business inflight magazine.

Make your way to Greece and experience incredible Easter celebrations and traditions.

Executive Chef Asterios Koustoudis of the landmark Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Athens has built his cooking career working at some of Greece’s finest hotel restaurants. It’s also here where he honed his personal cooking philosophy, one that follows the classical principles combined with modern elements — but always with a clear focus.

Characterized as the Greek Amalfi Coast, though with its own allure, this endless coastline dotted with seaside villages, dreamy beaches, mountain villages, archaeological sites and amazing landscapes is still widely undiscovered.

Outdoors
The ultimate destination for luxury holidays in Greece, Costa Navarino in Messinia is located in an unspoiled Mediterranean setting in the southwest Peloponnese. The region’s pristine nature, sprawling coastline, secluded bays and sandy beaches raise the bar for water-based activities.

Romantic Getaways

When it comes to visiting romantic destinations, Santorini ranks high on most everyone’s bucket list. Classic images of the island hardly do the caldera’s beauty justice, with clusters of typical white, blue-domed Cycladic buildings rising above the sparkle of the deep-blue Aegean Sea.

Lausanne surprises those visitors who only expect to see a pastoral view by presenting them with an energetic urban portrait. Moreover, you wish time would flow slower as you wander around its lovely villages, each more beautiful than the other.

Greek cuisine is all about top-quality local and seasonal ingredients that elevate simple recipes into heavenly meals. From the Greek salad and traditional pies to slow-cooked stews and vegetarian dishes, every region offers a unique gastronomic feast.

From dramatic lake views to the charming alleys of Carouge, discover off-the-track treasures in the 'Capital of Peace'.

One of the best ways to really get to know a city is to take a guided tour. In lovely Athens, with history literally lurking behind every corner, there are several to choose from – here are our favourites.

In big cities like Athens, there are hotels for every budget and taste. But there are also many more unusual places to stay – here are five great options.

Krinos
Loukoumades, the Greek donuts, is a traditional dessert worth trying. One of the best places to taste them is Krinos: based in a historical building downtown and open since 1923, here you can order loukoumades with honey syrup and cinnamon or in its modern version, topped with hazelnut praline. The atmosphere is retro with black-and-white images on the walls; the light although deep-fried and crispy loukoumades are served in plastic trays accompanied by a glass of water.
Krinos
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