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About Vanessa and Dave from Real Greek Experiences

September 12, 2022April 4, 2022 by RealGreekExperiences

Hi! We are Vanessa and Dave, a Greek / English couple living in Athens. In a story almost too good to be true, we met at a travel bloggers’ conference in Athens in 2014. Seriously! Since then, we have spent a lot of time exploring Greece together, as well as travelling to other parts of … Read more

Greek Easter 2023 – Unique Traditions and Customs

August 28, 2022March 24, 2022 by RealGreekExperiences

Greek Easter is the most important religious and cultural celebration in Greece. Here are some of the unique Greek Orthodox Easter traditions and customs.

Independence Day in Greece – March 25 celebrations and parades

March 17, 2022 by RealGreekExperiences

Independence Day in Greece is celebrated annually on 25 March. This article offers some historical background, and ideas on how to celebrate the Greek Independence Day.

Celebrating Melina Mercouri Day in Greece – 6 March

March 29, 2022March 5, 2022 by RealGreekExperiences

The 6th of March is Melina Mercouri Day in Greece. This article will give you some insight on who this amazing woman was. You will also find information about free entrance to sites and monuments in Greece on Melina Mercouri Day.

Quotes About Greece – 101 Quotes to inspire your Greek vacation

August 24, 2022February 16, 2022 by RealGreekExperiences

Ancient Greece has inspired hundreds of quotes! Here are 100+1 quotes about Greece, to get you in the mood before you visit!

Greek Celebrations – National Holidays and Festivals in Greece

July 25, 2022January 26, 2022 by RealGreekExperiences

Traditional celebrations are a huge part of Greek culture. This article highlights the most important national holidays, cultural events, religious festivals and other special days in Greece.

The Evil Eye in Greece… and how to protect yourself!

July 28, 2022December 13, 2021 by RealGreekExperiences

You may have heard of the Greek “evil eye”. But did you know that this concept, which is quite common in contemporary Greek culture, goes back thousands of years? Let’s find out more about this ancient Greek belief.

Useful words in Greek and basic Greek phrases

September 23, 2022November 16, 2021 by RealGreekExperiences

Many people who visit Greece want to learn some basic Greek phrases and words before their vacation. This article includes some useful Greek words, and a few common phrases that Greeks use on a daily basis. Ιncludes a couple of popular rude words, just for fun!

The Oxi Day in Greece – Celebrations and free admission to sites

August 18, 2022October 23, 2021 by RealGreekExperiences

On the Oxi Day in Greece, people decorate their balconies with the Greek flag

On 28 October, Greeks all around the world celebrate Oxi Day. So what is this day with the strange name? Here is some more information!

12 Ancient Greek Philosophers who changed the world

February 16, 2022August 30, 2021 by RealGreekExperiences

The most well known Ancient Greek philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, helped shape life in Ancient Greece and influenced western philosophy. Here’s our guide to the 12 most influential philosophers from Greece.