Greece Travel Secrets Podcast

Nov 08 2024 27 ep. 32 mins

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A podcast about travelling to Greece & making the most of your Greek Odyssey

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EXPLORE THE UNESCO ZAGORI VILLAGES

Nov 08 2024 15 mins

Explore the magnificent Zagori Villages of north-west Greece, an area filled with untouched nature, traditional architecture and breathtaking landscapes. This is one of Europe’s premier hiking destinations.

The Janicek Family vacation to Greece #2

Aug 06 2024 41 mins

This is Part Two of my chat with Michelle Janicek, as we talk about her family's second trip to Greece, in June 2024. After meeting with me for another 1:1 Trip Consultation Michelle landed on an itinerary that included the Mama Mia islands of Skopelos & Skiathos, a road trip to Meteora and Delphi, several nights on the magical island of Hydra and a final night on the Athenian

The Janicek Family Vacation #1 - part 1

Jul 30 2024 29 mins

Michelle Janicek and I chat about her first trip to Greece with her husband and two teenagers, in 2022. They went to Santorini, Milos, Paros and Athens. Michelle initially booked a private trip consultation with me to try and work out the best itinerary, places to stay and things to see and do, and they had such a fantastic time that she booked another consultation with me when the

The region of Epirus with Epirus Traveller

Mar 05 2024 43 mins

Learn about one of the most incredible, less known, regions of Greece - Epirus, as I chat with Ioannis Smiris of Epirus Traveller.Located on the western mainland, above the Peloponnese, this region is packed full of some of the most amazing sites in Europe: Ioannina, the capital located on beautiful Lake Pamvotida Vikos Gorge - the deepest in the world! the 46 traditional villages

Naxos - with Sophia Werning

Dec 29 2023 46 mins

Listen in as I chat with Naxian-American Sophia Werning about the wonderful island of Naxos.This perennial favourite offers something for absolutely everyone, and we talk about the many highlights, including the great beaches, the charming mountain villages, the excellent Chora, and lots more. You can find much more information on the Naxos page on the website too.

Episode 3 with Archaeologist Ilona Bartsch - The Greek Islands

Apr 22 2023 48 mins

Welcome back to my chat with Archaeologist Ilona Bartsch as we complete our three part series about her amazing trip to Greece.This time Ilona ventures to the islands. First up is Mykonos, mostly to visit the sacred island of Delos, before moving on to Santorini, Crete, Rhodes and Naxos. We discuss the many, many incredible wonders on these islands including a number of places stee

Greek Archaeology with Ilona Bartsch Part 2

Mar 13 2023 35 mins

In this episode Ilona and I talk about the wonders of Thessaloniki and surrounds and her road trip back to Athens via Delphi, Arachova and Meteora, with a few stops along the way. These are some of the most significant historical sites in Greece and are also in arguably some of the most beautiful surroundings in the world. You can find out more about these and other astonishing Mai

Greek Archaeology with Archaeologist Ilona Bartsch

Feb 19 2023 32 mins

Part one of a three part series with Archaeologist Ilona Bartsch. We talk about her amazing trip to Greece and her journey around the country visiting many of the best archeology sites including Delphi, Mycenae, Vergina, Knossos Palace, Delos and more. Join us as we talk about the history behind these incredible places as well the Mythology and also the logistics about how to get

Food Tours in Athens with tour guide & foodie, Anna Tzogia

Jan 16 2023 57 mins

In this episode I chat with Anna Tzogia from Athens Food on Foot about her fantastic food tours and cooking classes too. We talk about how Anna acquired her love of food as well as the different types of tours she offers, including those that are great for families and children and some of the newer, niche tours that cover other topics as well. Read more at: Things to do in Athen

Monemvasia with local proprietor Yannis Papadakis

Dec 20 2022 32 mins

Join me as I chat with Yannis Papadakis, a young man who lives and works on the incredible 'island fortress' of Momenvasia, on the Peloponnese peninsula on the Greek Mainland. This is an incredibly unique and fascinating destination that is steeped in history and has a burgeoning food and wine industry. Step inside the castle and discover a magical medieval village, once home to ov