
In this section of The Greek Vibe you can find posts on Greek culture, traditions, customs, food and heritage. Join me and let’s discover Greece beyond its beautiful beaches, picturesque villages, and breathtaking mountains.
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- Traveling to Greece? Things You Should Know Plus Basic Greek Words for Each Occasionby Maria ParavantesThe Top 25 things you should know about before traveling to Greece to make sure it’s carefree once you get here!
- Fun Things to Outdoors in Greeceby Maria ParavantesFourteen fun things to do outdoors in Greece and a local’s tips on enjoying every minute of your vacation.
- Apokries: Where to Get the Best Greek Carnival Experienceby Maria ParavantesVisit Greece during carnival season, or “Apokries”, and enjoy the most exciting travel experience you’ll ever have!
- Erotokritos: A Cretan Tale of Loveby Maria ParavantesErotokritos is an epic poem written in the 17th century by Cretan poet Vitsentzos Kornaros about undying devotion and love.
- The Enduring Legacy of the Authentic Cretan Knifeby Maria ParavantesDiscover the artistry and history behind Crete’s iconic handmade knives and where to find the authentic knife for you on Crete.
- Eiresione: An Ancient Greek Tradition that Inspired the Christmas Treeby Maria ParavantesDid you know that the Ancient Greek ‘Eiresione’ branch tradition may have inspired the Christmas tree we all love and have today?
- Karavaki: The Greek Christmas Boat of Hopeby Maria ParavantesBefore the Christmas tree, Greeks, on the islands and coasts, decorated boats. The ‘karavaki’ Christmas boat custom is now making a comeback.
- 10 Perfect Greece-inspired Gift Ideas by Maria ParavantesLooking for great gift ideas for your loved ones inspired by Greece? Here are 10 presents that will make them smile.
- Fantastic Greek Gift Ideas for Friends and Familyby Maria ParavantesYou can always carry a bit of Greece in your heart with these 16 fantastic Greece-inspired gift ideas for friends, family or even yourself.
- The Medieval Festival of Rhodes and its Magicby Maria ParavantesOne of the most exciting Medieval festivals in Europe takes place every year on the Greek island of Rhodes.
- How to Enjoy Coffee Like a Greekby Maria ParavantesThe unwritten rules and the art of drinking coffee in Greece. The secret? It’s all about sharing and being present.
- How to Drink Ouzo, Raki or Tsipouroby Maria ParavantesTried and tested tips on how to enjoy Greece’s favorite ‘spirits’ ouzo, raki, or tsipouro like a Greek by a Greek.
- Things You Didn’t Know About Greek Easterby Maria ParavantesThere is much more to Greek Orthodox Easter than Easter Sunday. These are the things you didn’t know about Greek Easter.
- Holy Friday: A Greek Orthodox Day of Mourningby Maria ParavantesHoly Friday in Greece is one of the most eventful times of the year. It’s a day of sorrow, the culmination of Christ’s Passion. An experience you shouldn’t miss.
- The Authentic Greek Blues (Rebetiko) and Where to Hear it Liveby Maria ParavantesVisiting Greece? This is what you should know about the original Greek blues and where to get the true rebetiko experience
- Welcoming Spring the Greek Way with a ‘Martis’by Maria ParavantesWhat’s the best way to welcome spring like a Greek? With a “Martis” of course and this is why.
- Tsiknopempti: The Ultimate Greek BBQby Maria ParavantesWhat is Tsiknopempti and the ultimate tips on how to host the best Greek BBQ. Start grilling! Carnival is here!
- George Dalaras: Greek Singer Extraordinaireby Maria ParavantesGreek singer George Dalaras is one of the few performers to have taken the country’s music beyond its borders.
- Meet A World Famous Greek Raisinby Maria ParavantesThe Greek raisin: juicy, tangy and sweet! This naturally sun-dried tiny wonder unique to Greece is also known as the Corinth currant.
- How to Pick the Greek Island that’s Perfect for Youby Maria ParavantesThe Top 10 tried-and-tested tips on how to choose the perfect Greek island or islands for your vacation to Greece.
- Epiphany Day: When Greeks Bless The Waters To Mark A New Startby Maria ParavantesIn Greece we celebrate Epiphany Day every year on January 6, also known as the ‘Blessing of the Waters’, to welcome new beginnings.
- A Pomegranate Full of Wishes for Greek New Yearby Maria ParavantesIt is tradition in Greece to smash a pomegranate on the first day of the New Year because it brings abundance, good luck and prosperity.
- 10 Unique Gift Ideas for Greece Loversby Maria ParavantesTen fabulous Greece themed gift ideas that are easy to find and just perfect for your family, friends and yourself.
- What Do Greeks Do for Christmasby Maria ParavantesWhat do Greeks do for Christmas? Family and friends gather around the dinner table, where all the holiday action takes place.
- 8 Unique Heritage Traditions You Shouldn’t Miss in Greeceby Maria ParavantesFind out where or how to experience unique Greek traditions, customs or practices included on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage.