KEFALONIA, WALKING IN THE FOOTSEPS OF KEFALONIA MOST REPRESENTATIVE WRITERS
From beautiful fishing villages to peaceful olive groves and vineyards, Kefalonia is so beautiful that it almost feels imaginary. It has the simple charm of an old-fashioned island with pristine beaches, emerald seas and pastel-painted villages. It has the magic of a place full of ancient history, Venetian and British reminiscences, moving war memories. Kefalonia has a strong relationship with myth and abounds in hidden secrets and touches of magic. Rare, wild flowers bloom in its fields, wild horses live on Mount Aenos and geological unique phenomena characterize its underworld. It is not surprising that Kefalonia with its lush, picturesque scenery and its welcoming, captivating people, has inspired Greek and foreign writers for millennia.
FANOUROPITA, THE CAKE OF LOST THINGS
Have you lost anything lately? Your purse, your glasses, your socks in the washing machine, your temper with your capricious children? Well, you should try baking a Fanouropita! In Greece, Fanouropita is made on August 27th to honour Saint Fanourios, the saint of lost things. His name originates from the Greek word “fanerono”, that is “I reveal”. Therefore, Fanouropita literally means “a cake that reveals”.
PANAGIA OF THE SNAKES, THE CELEBRATION OF SPIRIT AND TRADITION IN MARKOPOULO
Like every year, even in this disastrous 2020 the first snakes appeared in the Church of Panagia Lagouvarda (or Panagia Fidousa, Panagia of the snakes) in Markopoulo and in nearby Arginia, Kefalonia.
5 INTERESTING FACTS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT GREECE
You are almost ready to pack your suitcases, have carefully read your travel guide and took notes on Greek more exclusive beaches, historical sites, traditional celebrations and delicious food. But are you really ready to hop on your plane and reach the land of gods? Each and every country in the world has curiosities and local habits you probably don’t know. Some could make you smile; others could even land you a ticket if you are not careful! Greece is not an exception. So, before boarding, check out this list of curious facts about this great country.
LOCALLY SOURCED TOURISM. GOING LOCAL IN RESPONSE TO CRISIS
The present health, political and economic situation is obliging the world of tourism to face an unforeseen crisis.
TRAVEL AGENTS IN GREECE AT THE TIME OF COVID-19. FEET ON THE GROUND, HEAD IN THE CLOUDS
The spread of Covid-19 has wrapped International tourist industry in a heavy cloud of uncertainty and concern. With borders closed and planes grounded, a strong feeling of pessimism weighs down tourist destinations worldwide.
