Greece Travel

"As the depth of truth of one's life can only be penned upon the pages of a diary, Jane Digby leads us through her passionate life . . . A wonderful piece of historical fiction that will delight your senses as well as your heart." - Peggy Lee Sprague, author of The Truth Hunters series. Jane Digby's Diary continues with Volume Three: Following an Eastern Star. Based on a true story . . . Bright, beautiful, and bold, Jane Digby led a remarkable life. Born to privilege in 1807 at Dorset, England, she soon scandalized Europe with her reckless pursuit of freedom. Kings, princes, barons, ...

· Experience Greece beyond tourist traps: Escape inauthentic portrayals and discover Greece through the eyes of a true insider.· Unveil the authentic soul of Greece: Gain a nuanced understanding of Greek culture, traditions, and the people who shape it.· Challenge your preconceptions and ignite your curiosity: Prepare to have your assumptions about Greece questioned and your mind opened to new perspectives.· A tapestry of emotions: Immerse yourself in a collection of stories that capture the full spectrum of human experience—joy, love, loss, and resilience.· Travel through time and ...

Lawrence Durrell's evocative memoir of living in Cyprus, just before the Greek/Turkish partition. This is a touching and atmospheric account of a place, now changed, where the two races lived side by side.

Make mine a moussaka? Yes, please. Discover Greece. This book is a jolly good travel read and added cooking challenge. One can seek adventure, culture and new horizons in Greece, depending on the whim of the moment - or do nothing successfully in very picturesque surroundings. Oh to eat moussaka at sunset overlooking a tiny bay, while listening to the waves lap on the pebbles nearby ... Move over Shirley Valentine! Here's a sample from the chapters, recipes included: Athens - Maybe it’s not the Paris of the Mediterranean, but nothing quite eclipses the Acropolis. Moussaka - the authentic ...

Greece has always had a charm that enchanted the world since the ancient times. The birthplace of Greek mythology, ancient Greek civilization, and Greek philosophy, society and culture, this country has greatly influenced both the ancient and the modern world. This country is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It has numerous ruins and archaeological sites, which gave modern societies a glimpse of how complex and advanced Ancient Greek society really was

Get the inside scoop on Chania. As a part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination. You'll discover local advice that will help you throughout your trip. Travel like a local. Slow down and get to know the people and the culture of a place. By the time you finish this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.

This audiobook takes listeners on a succinct journey from Greece’s first settlements all the way to the 20th century. Its easy-to-follow yet meticulously-researched narrative will captivate history buffs, students, and anyone interested in learning more about Greece.

Yes, you can travel the world and while you are working. The world has changed. If you are a digital nomad, or want to be, then this is the book for you! Or if you just want to travel and learn more about Greece and what it’s like in a post Covid world. This has all the tips n’ tricks to start globe trotting and get out there again. Check out my blog to keep up to date with new countries and book releases as well as retreats and fun stuff! www.nomadpublisher.com

A few years ago, Mark Adams made a strange discovery: Everything we know about the lost city of Atlantis comes from the work of one man, the Greek philosopher Plato. Then he made a second, stranger discovery: Amateur explorers are still actively searching for this sunken city all around the world, based entirely on the clues Plato left behind.

When a young Englishman goes travelling in Greece in the summer of 1920, he keeps a candid diary of his travels… and his conquests. Having survived the trenches of the First World War, the Hon. Edward Anderson is determined to enjoy life to the full. In the carefree summer sunshine of Greece and the Greek islands, Edward has intimate encounters with: • Anna, a young Danish archaeology student in Athens • Mary, the English woman following in Lord Byron’s footsteps • Giselle, the French woman looking not for love but a lover • Amy, the American artist sketching on Crete • ...

A Greek general fighting a war that his city is fated to lose.A renegade traveler in time and space.A pact that will set the ancient world ablaze. When three travelers in time and space crash-land in the middle of the ruinous war between Athens and Sparta, the Athenian general Demosthenes claims one as his slave. As god-like in strength as she is mercurial in nature, Thalassia is a living weapon who cannot truly be owned. Although her true motives are her own, Demosthenes dares to accept her offer to alter fate and bring Athens victory. But will madness come first to any foolish enough to ...

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Cyclades. Greater Than a Tourist—Cyclades Greece by Author Vivi Gialou offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit the Cyclades. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Greater Than a Tourist - Crete Greece, by Veronika Kunstovic, offers a closer look into the amazing beauty of the largest Greek island.

When Susan quit her job in London and set sail off the south coast of England on her beloved sailboat, Isean, she was unaware this spontaneous departure would lead to a three-year journey spanning several countries across the continent. With only the very basics on board, resourcefulness becomes an unexpected source of joy and contentment. But for all the physical and navigational challenges of her journey, the other side of her story reveals a more important change - an inner journey - that took place along the way.

Jack and Annie are off on another adventure! This time they are sent to ancient Greece, where a very important event is taking place. Join them as they race against time and witness the very first Olympic Games!

Greek arts, philosophy, science, and political discourse were a true gift to the world. In this audiobook, you will explore the ancient Greeks, the Byzantine Empire, the Greek War of Independence, the Megali Idea, the military junta, and modern-day governance - this audiobook covers Greek history from start to finish.

ALSO AVAILABLE IN LARGE PRINT Get ready to immerse yourself in centuries of history! Discover Athens' past and its tremendous legacy of beauty, temples, museums, and spectacular monuments with this comprehensive guidebook for cultured travelers. Learn the story behind such world-famous landmarks as The Acropolis The Parthenon The Areopagus The Agora The Arch of Hadrian The Panathenaic Stadium The Academy And many more. Please note that this is a historical guide. It does not include lists of hotels and restaurants, nor does it contain pictures or maps. Available in the same book series: ...

In THE JAGUAR GOD, the fifth and final book in the bestselling Cash Cassidy series, the famous adventure author and her son travel to Greece for a sunny winter getaway. While there, she meets Laura, a refugee volunteer with a background in ancient history and fluent in Greek. Together, they set out on a treasure hunt to find the legendary ivory box that once held the Jaguar God, a solid gold statue gifted to Caesar and his wife. As they search for clues in Greece’s rugged back country, they must also outwit other relic hunters determined to obtain the treasure at any cost. Follow Cash on ...

Rachel is finding it increasingly difficult to ignore her sister’s derision, society’s silent wagging finger, and her father’s advancing years. She’s traveled the world, but now finds herself at a crossroads at an age where most people would stop globetrotting and settle. She’s never been one to conform to the nine-to-five lifestyle, so why should she start now? Was it wrong to love the freedom and independence a single life provided, to put off the search for Mr. Right and the children? Perhaps she could find the time for one last adventure.

Many people know about the glories of ancient Greece: the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the sculptures, the writings of Homer, and the adventures of Achilles and Jason and the Argonauts. They know about the Greek gods and goddesses, of Zeus, Athena, Apollo, Hermes, Aphrodite, Poseidon, and many others. Even the term “Trojan Horse", named after the trick that the Greeks played on the inhabitants of Troy, has made it into our language. Ancient Greece gave us philosophy, math, medicine, the roots of many languages, and so much more.