MY GREEK ISLAND PODCAST (Hosted by George & Maria)

The My Greek Island Podcast, with your hosts, George & Maria! Here is our trailer to walk you through what to expect...

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

To make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the region of Chania in Crete, an island Maria has visited many times and is one of her favourites of all Greek Islands. Through the episode, George will ask Maria to share with you valuable tips about the destination and her favourite things to do there. Places mentioned during the podcast can also be found on this dedicated instagram post. Make sure to save it and reference it when you visit Chania.

Interested in the Chania 7 day itinerary Maria has prepared for the My Greek Islanders? Click on the the link: https://www.mygreekis.land//product-page/itinerary-chania-7-days to view more details. The proposed itinerary comes in the form of a mobile friendly ebook, accompanied by an interractive map and checklists.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Chania. To read it click here.

Greek word shared on the podcast for Hospitality: Philoxenia (Pronounced: pʰi.lok.se.ní.a, In Greek: φιλοξενία)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria will talk about the coffee culture in Greece and the different types of coffee you can get in Greece. They will both share valuable tips about how to order your coffee in Greece.

Click here to read the dedicated blog post Maria has written about the Greek coffee culture and download the Greek Coffee Guide. For other guides and travel tips, visit the dedicated page on the website here.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast for "Shall we go for coffee": páme gia kafe (In Greek: Πάμε για καφέ)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the iconic island of Santorini, an island Maria visited for the first time in 2021, and has been 3 times in the last 12 months and has already scheduled a 4th trip this year! Santorini too is one of her favourite Greek Islands and on this episode she will share why! Tune in to hear the top things to do in Santorini, useful information to keep in mind for your visit to Santorini on your first or even subsequent trip, why should you visit Santorini, when to go, how to get there and some verified MGI recommendations!

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

• Vegan cheat sheet prepared for you by My Greek Island - click here to save on your phone
• Most famous spot to watch the sunset is Oia (or the sunrise...)
• Alternative spot to watch the sunset is the Lighthouse of Akrotiri
• Favourite villages mentioned are Pyrgos (Kallistis) and Megalochori
• Restaurant - Metaxi mas, click here to see their menu
• Famous wines: Vinsanto and Assyrtiko
• Famous Master of Wine, Yiannis Karakasis and his Santorini dedicated book "The wines of Santorini"
• Wineries: Volcanic Slopes for vertical tasting and Hatzidakis for unfiltered wine
• Museums: Lost Atlantis Experience and the Tomato Industrial Museum

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Santorini. To read it click here. And there is also a dedicated blog post about Vegan travel in Greece and Santorini! Click here to read it.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast for "A glass of (white) wine please": Éna potíri (lefkó) krasí parakaló (In Greek: Ένα ποτήρι (λευκό) κρασί παρακαλώ)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria, inspired by you, will answer the questions you sent to them following Episode 1 - Chania.

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

• Search engine for ferry routes in Greece: www.ferries.gr
• My Greek Island cheat sheet with basic Greek Phrases - click here to save on your phone
• Website of the official airport of Chania, click here
• Bus service website, click here, available in multiple languages
• Areas mentioned if you want to party are Platanias/Agia Marina or the Old town
• MGI top tip for a bakery in Platanias area: Glimidakis Bakery
• Areas mentioned if you want to relax are the Old town or Kalyves/Almyrida
• Best spot for sunrise/sunset: Venetian Harbour or the coffee shop Koukouvagia

Interested in the Chania 7 day itinerary Maria has prepared for the My Greek Islanders? Click on the the link: https://www.mygreekis.land//product-page/itinerary-chania-7-days to view more details. The proposed itinerary comes in the form of a mobile friendly ebook, accompanied by an interractive map and checklists.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Chania. To read it click here.

Also don't forget to listen to Episode 2 of the podcast dedicated to the Greek coffee culture and download the MGI coffee guide here.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast for "I love Greece": Αgapó tin Elláda (In Greek: Αγαπώ την Ελλάδα)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the gem and largest island of the Ionian, or the Eptanisa (The seven islands) as referred to in Greek. My Greek Island loves this island for the natural unspoilt beauty and the people, so expect more episodes to come with local heroes, as Maria has made many friends on this island.

Tune in to hear the top things to do in Kefalonia, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, who this island is for and some verified MGI recommendations!

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

• Book mentioned: Captain Corelli's Mandolin by Louis de Bernières
• Villages: Metaxata and Assos
• Cave: Melissani Cave
• Beaches: Viewpoint of Myrtos beach, Petani
• Glamping and holistic location: Orfia retreats and glamping
• Organic farm: En kefallinia
• Places to eat mentioned: The Fishermans hut and Casa Grec
• Winery: Foivos Winery
• Famous wines: Robola
• Island combo: Kefalonia/Ithaki (boat leaves from the port of Sami)
• Tip: Use the ferry from Argostoli to Lyxouri to save time when driving

Greek words shared on the podcast "Meat-pie, Cheese-pie, Spinach-pie, Mushroom-pie": Kreatópita, Tyrópita, Spanakópita, Manitarópita (In Greek: Κρεατόπιτα, Τυρόπιτα, Σπανακόπιτα, Μανιταρόπιτα)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria will provide you with some basic Greek phrases to help you hit the ground running as soon as you arrive in Greece.

Words and phrases mentioned during the podcast include:

• Hello/Good Morning/Good Evening/ Goodnight: Geiá sas/Kaliméra/Kalispéra/Kalinýchta (In Greek: Γειά σας/Καλημέρα/Καλησπέρα/Καληνύχτα)
• What's your name? /My name is ..../Nice to meet you: Pos se léne?/Me léne ..../Chárika (In Greek: Πως σε λένε;/Με λένε ..../Χάρηκα)
• The menu please: To menoú parakaló (In Greek: Το μενού παρακαλώ)
• A glass of (white) wine please: Éna potíri (lefkó) krasí parakaló (In Greek: Ένα ποτήρι (λευκό) κρασί παρακαλώ)
• Thank you/ Please: Efcharistó/ Parakaló (In Greek: Ευχαριστώ/ Παρακαλώ)
• Yes/No: Nai/'Ochi (In Greek: Ναι/'Οχι)
• How are you?/(very) well: Ti káneis?/(polý) kalá (In Greek: Τι κάνεις;/(Πολύ) καλά)
• Cheers/'Down it'= Stin ygeiá mas or the shorter version of Geiá mas/Áspro páto (In Greek: Στην υγειά μας/Γειά μας/Άσπρο πάτο)
• Shall we go for coffee: Páme gia kafe (In Greek: Πάμε για καφέ)
• Come (or used as 'Hey')/ See you later/ Chill: Ela/Ta léme/Chalará (In Greek:Έλα/Τα λέμε/Χαλαρά)

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Basic Greek Phrases. To read it click here. And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download and save on your phone.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria will discuss the biggest date in the Greek Orthodox calendar (other than Easter), celebrated in Greek communities all over the world but for us, synonymous with Summer!

This is the 15th of August or Dekapentavgoustos as we say in Greek. 

Tune in to hear the about the significance of the day, what it means to the Greeks and where the best places in Greece are to be on this date. Also, we will share some MGI tips and tricks and some personal memories from this day.

Places mentioned during the podcast include:

• Tinos: The island with the most popular celebrations. Read more here.
• Ikaria: The most famous island for the festivals, with the most famous festival taking place in the village of Lagada. Read move about the island of old age here. You can also find many videos about this island and the life expectancy.
• Paros: Celebrations take place in the port town of Parikia where the church of panagia Ekatontapiliani is located. This island is also famous for the Barbarossa festival on the 23rd August too.
• Koufonisi: Where boats leave Ano Koufonisi to visit the uninhabited island of Kato Koufonisi where there is a small church.

Greek words shared on the podcast:

• Festival(s): Panigýri(a) (In Greek: Πανηγύρι)
• Virgin Mary: Panagía (In Greek:Παναγία)
• Happy name day (used also for Happy Birthday): Chrónia Pollá (In Greek: Χρόνια Πολλά) or Na zíseis (In Greek: Να ζήσεις)

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about the 15th of August. To read it click here.

Do you want to see which other days during the year are public holidays in Greece? Click here to see the MGI cheat sheet.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria will interview each other so you can get to know them a tad bit better. Who is George and Maria? How did they meet? What are they passionate about? And what fun fact did you not know about them?

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

• Pronouns: Learn a bit more about pronouns here.
• Favourite Spots: Maria’s is on the street Panepistimiou (Official name Eleftherios Venizelos) where three historic buildings are located next to each. These three buildings are the National Library, the University and the Academy of Athens. George’s is the hill of Philopappos. Read more here.
• Future Podcast Guests: Aristotelis Onassis, the shipping tycoon, who although no longer alive, Maria wishes she could have interviewed him and gone on a tour of his privately-owned island called Skorpios. Katerina Katopis, whose pictures are featured in the Maison Assouline book ‘Greek Islands’. Click here. Nikos Zanidakis and Evan Possey, Maria’s favourite droners and Anna Vissi, a Greek-Cypriot singer and songwriter. 
• Moussaka: Georges favourite food. A well-known Greek dish with eggplant, potatoes, minced meat and béchamel. 
• The Athens Marathon: Learn more here. George will be participating in the Athens Marathon this year. Follow his journey here. 

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land and also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to one of the most rustic and lesser known islands in the Cyclades, called Kythnos. In 2022, this marked Maria's 3rd time on the island and George's 1st. However, it is an island they looked through a different lens together and got up to a lot of adventures. 

Tune in to hear the top things to do in Kythnos, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations!

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

·                Ports to reach the island: Piraeus and Lavrio

·                Archaeological site of Sounio on the way to Lavrio port, post the Athens Riviera

·                Favourite Beaches: Kolona beach, Flampouria, Apokrousi, Loutra and Antonides

·                MGI highlights: Tourkala Caves, the Castle, Loutra, sunset in Apokrousi, kalamari at Taverna Arodou and the running routes

·                Proposed island combinations with Kythnos: Kea (aka Tzia), Serifos or any other island in the Cyclades (most common routes with Hellenic Seaways and Zante Ferries)

·                Alternative accessible caves to Tourkala caves are available in the village of Driopida

We also mentioned the Athens Marathon, as George will be participating in November 2022. To follow his journey, follow his dedicated Instagram page “The road 2 Athens” here. 

Greek words shared on the podcast "Adventure": Peripéteia (In Greek: Περιπέτεια) and "Castle": Kástro (In Greek: Κάστρο)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria start their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This is Bitesize Greek Episode 1 - Saying hello & making introductions.

Words and phrases mentioned can all be found on the instagram page @mygreekisland on the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Basic Greek Phrases. To read it click here. And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download and save on your phone.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, George and Maria will talk to Nina Kerkez, a My Greek Islander who joined Maria on a trip to Santorini, and who also did an Instagram takeover while they were there. 

Tune in to hear how Nina found seeing Santorini with Maria and her own personal favourites and recommendations. And make sure to watch out when she shares a funny story from the trip….

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Santorini. To read it click here. And there is also a dedicated blog post about Vegan travel in Greece and Santorini! Click here to read it.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast for "A glass of rose wine please": Éna potíri rozé krasí parakaló (In Greek: Ένα ποτήρι ροζέ κρασί παρακαλώ)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the small island of Agkistri, located in the Saronic golf. Tune in to hear about Agkistri, useful information to keep in mind for your visit and some verified MGI recommendations!

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

• Beaches: Aponisos, Limenaria and Dragonera 
• Tip: Make sure you have cash for the bus to Aponisos
• Islands mentioned to combine with Agkistri: Aegina, Hydra, Spetses and Poros

Greek words shared on the podcast include:

• Marias favourite dessert - “Orange pie”: Portokalópita (In Greek: Πορτοκαλόπιτα)
• “Shall we go to the beach?”: Pame paralia? (In Greek: Πάμε παραλία)

My Greek Island cheat sheets prepared especially for you to save on your smart phone include the Vegan cheat sheet and the Greek Coffee guide. click here for the vegan cheat sheet and here to read the dedicated blog post Maria has written about the Greek coffee culture and download the Greek Coffee Guide. For other guides and travel tips, visit the dedicated page on the website here.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the capital city of Greece, Athens, a city both love and travel to often, and also where Maria spent her university years. 

When is the best time to go to Athens, how can you get around and what at the MGI verified spots? Tune in to hear tips and tricks about the city and the top things to do and plenty of useful information to keep in mind on your first or even subsequent trip.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast for I love Athens, I adore Athens: Agapó tin Athína, Latrévo tin Athína (In Greek: Αγαπώ την Αθήνα, Λατρεύω την Αθήνα)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, George and Maria start their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This is Bitesize Greek Episode 2 - Introducing myself, my age and where I am from.

Words and phrases mentioned can all be found on the instagram page @mygreekisland on the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Basic Greek Phrases. To read it click here. And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download and save on your phone.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

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On this episode, Maria will interview George to learn all about his experience when he ran the Authentic Athens Marathon on the 13thNovember 2022 and how he prepared physically and mentally for it.

Was the Marathon what he envisaged it to be? Will he participate again next year? Tune in to find out. 

Also, head over to the gram and give George a follow on his dedicated Instagram page “The road 2 Athens” here showing his preparation for the marathon.

People mentioned during the episode:

·       George’s trainer Dimos, a triathlete and coach based in Cyprus.

·       Asimina Igglezou and Katerina Katopis who ran the Marathon each accompanying someone in a wheelchair.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast for “I ran the Marathon”: Étrexa ton Marathónio (In Greek: Έτρεξα τον Μαραθώνιο)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, the My Greek Island Podcast starts its new Mini Series of Local Heroes in Greece, where we are in conversations with Greek natives so you can meet the people we call local heroes who make Greece the great place it is.

This episode is dedicated to a third-generation family run independent hat shop located in heart of the historical centre of Athens. Tune in to hear the episode: A local hero – Giorgio Hatter.

Follow Giorgio Hatter on Instagram here and visit their website to see how to measure your head and find out your size, 

Greek word shared on the podcast for hat: kapélo (In Greek: καπέλο)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria talk about Christmas and New Year in Greece including some of the traditions, the food and places you could visit over this period.

Greek words shared on the podcast for:

·       Happy Name Day (also used on birthdays or any other special event and literally translates to “many years”): Chrónia pollá (In Greek: Χρόνια πολλά)

·       Happy New Year: Kalí chroniá (In Greek: Καλή χρονιά)

·       Merry Christmas: Kalá christoúgenna (In Greek: Καλά χριστούγεννα)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the capital of the Cyclades and Gem of the Aegean. The island of Syros, an island you can be at the beach during the day & a musical performance at night! This is the last island Maria visited in 2022 (without George). 

Tune in to hear the top things to do in Syros, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations! And also make sure to check out the stories saved on the highlights on the My Greek Island Instagram page @mygreekisland, to see more information and pictures on Maria’s visit to Syros.

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

·                How to reach the island: By domestic flight or from the ports Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio.

·                Areas mentioned to stay: Ermoupolis, Ano Syros or Galissas.

·                Local production: Halvadopita, Loukoumia, San Michali cheese.

·                MGI highlights: Church of Saint Stephan, Plakotroto restaurant, drinks at Theosis Syros, Boat trip to the beaches on the northern side of the island. 

Greek words shared on the podcast " Culture": Koultoúra (In Greek: Κουλτούρα) and " Theater": Théatro (In Greek: Θέατρο)

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This is Bitesize Greek Episode 3 - At the restaurant.

Make sure to head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland and check out the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Basic Greek Phrases. To read it click here. And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download and save on your phone.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This is Bitesize Greek Episode 4 - At the bar.

Make sure to head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland and check out the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Basic Greek Phrases. To read it click here. And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download and save on your phone.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the second largest island in the Dodecanese called Karpathos. Karpathos offers some of the most amazing beaches and villages and can easily be reached as it offers an international airport! Karpathos was the first island that George and Maria actively planned to visit together. 

Tune in to hear the top things to do in Karpathos, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations! And also make sure to check out the stories saved on the highlights on the My Greek Island Instagram page @mygreekisland, to see more information on the My Greek Island visit to Karpathos.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast "Shall we go for a stroll?": Páme mia vólta? (In Greek: Πάμε μια βόλτα;).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will talk all things Greek wine and interview a local hero, Sommelier and Oenologist from Greece, Eleftherios (Lefteris) Karaouglanoglou. 

Tune in to hear all about the wine scene in Greece, the most famous local varieties, the most visited regions for wine and much more. 

Are you interested in taking a trip to visit some wineries in Greece? If yes, get in touch! 

Greek phrase shared on the podcast " What wine do you recommend?": Ti krasí proteínete? (In Greek: Τι κρασί προτείνετε;).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This is Bitesize Greek Episode 5 - At the cafe

Make sure to head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland and check out the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about the Greek Coffee Culture. To read it click here. And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download and save on your phone and thank us later.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to probably the least know Ionian island called Kythera. This is part 1 of a series of two episodes on the island. So stay tuned and make sure not to miss part 2.

Tune in to hear the top things to do in Kythera, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations! And also make sure to check out the stories saved on the highlights on the My Greek Island Instagram page @mygreekisland, to see more information on the My Greek Island visit to Kythera.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to probably the least know Ionian island called Kythera. This is part 2 of the series of two episodes on the island. So make sure you listen to part 1 first.

Tune in to hear the top things to do in Kythera, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations! And also make sure to check out the stories saved on the highlights on the My Greek Island Instagram page @mygreekisland, to see more information on the My Greek Island visit to Kythera.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast "Summer holidays?": Kalokairinés diakopés? (In Greek: Καλοκαιρινές διακοπές;)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will interview a local hero and superwoman, Nicoletta Barbata, all the way form the secluded island of Anafi. She is a photographer, a blogger, a passionate wine lover and also VEGAN and onequartergreek! Click here to see her Instagram page.

Tune in to hear all about the vegan scene in Greece, how it has evolved over the years, which Greek foods are vegan, and also some local insider info about the secluded island of Anafi. 

Greek phrase shared on the podcast "Do you have any vegan options?": Échete vígan epilogés? (In Greek: Έχετε βίγκαν επιλογές;).

Also make sure to check out the stories saved on the highlights on the My Greek Island Instagram page @mygreekisland, to see more information on the My Greek Island visit to Anafi. And don’t miss the dedicated blog post about Vegan travel in Greece and Santorini! Click here to read it.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. Taking the ferry - Bitesize Greek episode 6.

You will learn key vocabulary around taking the boat/ferry in Greece as well as some key words and phrases that can be useful for your stay in Greece. 

Make sure to head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland and check out the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes. 

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature. 

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to probably the most delicious greek island; the island of Sifnos.Tune in to hear why the island has this foodie paradise reputation, the top things to do, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations!

Make sure to check out the stories saved on the highlights on the My Greek Island Instagram page @mygreekisland, to see more information on the My Greek Island visit to Sifnos.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast "Gastronomy": Gastronomía (In Greek: Γαστρονομία).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on taking the metro and also include some useful information for a short trip to Athens around which tickets to get and which to look out for

You will learn key vocabulary around taking the metro in Greece as well as some key words and phrases that can be useful for your stay in Greece. 

Make sure to head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland and check out the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes. 

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. We have a dedicated Greek coffee culture guide which you can find here or you can listen to the episode on Apple, Spotify – Bitesize Greek, At the café.

Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature. 

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. Taking the taxi – Bitesize Greek 8 

You will learn key vocabulary around taking that taxi in Greece, how to ask for some recommendations and what to expect when taking a taxi from the airport in Athens. 

Make sure to head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland and check out the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes. 

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature. 

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to some of the most popular islands in Greece to spend the Greek Orthodox Easter. Tune in to hear about easter traditions and why the specific destinations are so popular. Also, we answer the questions on Easter sent in by our listeners. And as always, we share a lot of useful information to keep in mind for your visit to Greece over Easter.

Also read the dedicated post on the My Greek Island website here to learn about some other destinations not mentioned on this episode and also, tune in to the dedicated episodes on Santorini and Syros to learn more about the top things to do on the island.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will inspire you and present to you 5 islands they have picked out for you for you to visit in 2023. Tune in to hear the MGI list for 2023 and some short and sweet tips for each of these 5 islands.

Make sure to check out the stories on the My Greek Island Instagram page @mygreekisland, to see more information on the My Greek Island visit to Syros and Karpathos.

Also make sure to listen to the dedicated podcast episodes on:

• Syros
• Karpathos
• Greek Easter

Greek phrase shared on the podcast "I'm ready for holidays" (which changes according to the male/female gender): Eímai étoimos (male) / étoimi (female) gia diakopés (In Greek: Είμαι έτοιμος (male)/έτοιμη (female) για διακοπές).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to some of the island of Kefalonia to meet a local hero; Christina - the owner of Orfia Retreats and Glamping. Tune in to hear more about Orfia, how the idea was born, what you can do there and how to book!

Also tune in to the dedicated episodes on Kefalonia to learn more about the top things to do on the island.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you to one of the most popular islands to visit in the Ionian sea; the island of Lefkada.Tune in to hear all about the island, the top things to do, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations!

Greek phrase shared on the podcast "I am going sailing in Lefkada": Tha páo gia istioploḯa sti Lefkáda (In Greek: Θα πάω για ιστιοπλοΐα στη Λευκάδα).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take you on a trip to the Athens Riviera. The lesser known part of Athens with many tourists who focus on seeing the Centre and heading off to an island.

The Athens Riviera is the south-east coastline of Athens and host a range of beaches, seaside resorts and some historic sites. Along the Athens Riviera, you will find the gem that is Lake Vouliagmeni which is a fresh water lake next to the sea which is a must visit on a trip to this part of Athens. And at the end of the Athens Riviera, you can marvel at the magical Temple of Poseidon which is best seen at sunset.

Tune in to hear all about the Athens Riviera, the top things to do, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations! We also offer a 48 hour itinerary!

Greek phrases shared on the podcast "Slowly slowly" and "Chilled": Sigá sigá, Chalará (In Greek: Σιγά σιγά, Χαλαρά).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take tell you all about the Athens Epidauros Festival, an annual cultural festival that takes place in Greece during the summer months. welcoming music, dance and theatre from local and international scene, focusing on two main and historic theatres, the ancient theatre of Epidavros and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens.

Tune in to hear all about the festival, some key info & historic facts, useful information to keep in mind, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations! Maria as always also gives some great tips on what to do if visiting Epidavros, how to get there, where to stay and how to combine with nearby areas.

For more information regarding items/places/people mentioned on the podcast:

• Website of the Athens Epidauros Festival: www.aefestival.gr
• The composer Yianni performing "Nostalgia" Live at the Acropolis in 1993: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLd0-IDDAzU
• The disco Capaki in Epidauros: https://www.facebook.com/DiscoCapaki/
• A recommendation nearby in Methana: https://www.kristofandnimi.com/
• Website of the Melintzazz festival in Leonidio: https://www.melitzazz.gr/

Greek words shared on the podcast "Song, Theatre, Music": Tragoúdi, Théatro, Mousikí (In Greek: Τραγούδι, Θέατρο, Μουσική).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will take tell to a less known and one of the smallest islands in the cluster of the Cyclades called Folegandros. Tune in to hear all about the island, the top things to do, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, some tips and tricks and of course, as always, some verified MGI recommendations!

Song by Eleni Fouriera mentioned on the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_ksoAjK-EI

Greek words shared on the podcast "Lets go to Folegandros for hiking, We came to Folegandros for hiking": Πάμε στη Φολέγανδρο για πεζοπορία, Írthame sti Folégandro gia pezoporía (In Greek: Πάμε στη Φολέγανδρο για πεζοπορία, Ήρθαμε στη Φολέγανδρο για πεζοπορία).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria will introduce you to a local hero who will make their way to your heart through your stomach! Tune in to meet Ioannis Kourtoglou (or Yianni as we refer to him during the episode), a professional chef with over 10 years of experience and hear HIS story, his first cooking experience, how he links psychology to food and what his dreams are for the future.

Also feel free to give him a follow on instagram @johny.begood and keep up to date with his journey!

Greek words shared on the podcast "I like the Greek gastronomy" and "The chef of our hearts": Mou arései i ellinikí gastronomía (In Greek: Μου αρέσει η ελληνική γαστρονομία) and O sef tis kardiás mas (In Greek: Ο σεφ της καρδιάς μας).

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. At the beach – Bitesize Greek 9.

You will learn key vocabulary around spending a day at the beach whilst in Greece and ordering some basic food/refreshments.

Make sure to head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland and check out the dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes. 

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature. 

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On this episode, George and Maria, are going to talk about some random facts, traditions and in general all things Greek! Tune in to hear their top picks for the episode "Random things about Greece" and please get in touch if you have some more to share as we plan to come back with a part 2!

Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:

The Greek Coffee Culture:

• Blog post: The Greek Coffee Culture Guide. Click here to read.
• Podcast episodes The Greek Coffee Culture and At the Cafe - Bitesize Greek
• The MGI coffee guide. Click here to save on your phone.

The Athens Epidaurus festival:

• Blog post: Celebrating Art and Culture in Greece: The Magnificent Athens - Epidaurus Festival. Click here to read.
• Podcast episode The Athens Epidaurus Festival. Click here to listen.

The Mountza:

• More information on this offensive gesture: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mountza
• The advertisement Maria speaks about in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXx-6ZQqjqo

List of UNESCO sites in Greece: https://whc.unesco.org/en/statesparties/gr

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On this episode, George and Maria, talk about Greek Islands you can visit and don't need a car. Tune in to hear the top destinations for non-drivers and some top tips for each destination.

Do you have more destinations in Greece you think are appropriate for non-drivers? If so, get in touch and who knows.... we might come back with a part 2!

Things to note mentioned during the episode:

• Dedicated Agkistri Podcast Episode: Click here to listen.
• Link to Guardian article written about Hydra. Click here to read.
• Greek phrases/words shared on the episode "Without a car": Chorís aftokínito or Chorís amáxi (In Greek: Χωρίς αυτοκίνητο or Χωρίς αμάξι).

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post on the top destinations for non-drivers. Click here to read. Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria, talk about some of the top hiking trails in Greece. Tune in to hear more! And if you have some trails you think should have been included on this list, get in touch and who knows.... we might come back with a part 2!

Podcast Episodes:

• Chania
• Chania Q&A
• Top islands without a car
• Karpathos
• The Best of Santorini
• A My Greek Islander in Santorini
• Lefkada
• Orfia Kefalonia
• The best of Kefalonia

Blog posts:

• Trekking in Greece; 10 of the best hiking trails in Greece 
• Chania - My Eternal Paradise
• Top things to do in Karpathos, Greece
• Top things to do in Santorini
• Vegan travel in Greece and Santorini

Chania: E-book with 7 day proposed itinerary. Click here to buy

Greek phrases/words shared on the episode "Hiking/Climbing": Οreivasía (In Greek: Ορειβασία).

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The 15th of August is a very significant day for Greece, so since we are getting closer to August we thought to remind you why! This is a re-release of episode 7 of the podcast from Season 1...

On this episode, George and Maria will discuss the biggest date in the Greek Orthodox calendar (other than Easter), celebrated in Greek communities all over the world but for us, synonymous with Summer!

This is the 15th of August or Dekapentavgoustos as we say in Greek. 

Tune in to hear the about the significance of the day, what it means to the Greeks and where the best places in Greece are to be on this date. Also, we will share some MGI tips and tricks and some personal memories from this day.

Places mentioned during the podcast include:

• Tinos: The island with the most popular celebrations. Read more here.
• Ikaria: The most famous island for the festivals, with the most famous festival taking place in the village of Lagada. Read move about the island of old age here. You can also find many videos about this island and the life expectancy.
• Paros: Celebrations take place in the port town of Parikia where the church of panagia Ekatontapiliani is located. This island is also famous for the Barbarossa festival on the 23rd August too.
• Koufonisi: Where boats leave Ano Koufonisi to visit the uninhabited island of Kato Koufonisi where there is a small church.

Greek words shared on the podcast:

• Festival(s): Panigýri(a) (In Greek: Πανηγύρι)
• Virgin Mary: Panagía (In Greek:Παναγία)
• Happy name day (used also for Happy Birthday): Chrónia Pollá (In Greek: Χρόνια Πολλά) or Na zíseis (In Greek: Να ζήσεις)

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about the 15th of August. To read it click here.

Do you want to see which other days during the year are public holidays in Greece? Click here to see the MGI cheat sheet.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. Sounding like a local – Bitesize Greek 10.

You will learn some words and phrases to make you sound like a true local when visiting Greece.

Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Basic Greek Phrases. To read it click here. And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download and save on your phone.

Head over to the instagram page @mygreekisland to check out also any dedicated posts and story highlights for each of our episodes, give us a follow to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature. Also, check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more.

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The songs referenced are:

-      Sakis Rouvas -Ola Kala - the song can be found on Youtube here.

-      Victoria Xalkiti - Teleia - the song can be found on Youtube here.

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On this episode, George and Maria will test each other to see how well they know each other. Tune in to see what they answered on each others behalf, and who actually knows each other better!

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On this episode, George and Maria, talk about some great destinations you can visit in Greece in October for a cheeky getaway. Tune in to learn more! And if you have some destinations you think should have been included on this list, get in touch and who knows.... we might come back with a part 2!

Chania: E-book with 7 day proposed itinerary. Click here to buy

Further Podcast listening:

• Chania
• Chania Q&A
• The Best of Santorini
• Top hiking routes in Greece
• Athens - A Greek-end
• The Athens Riviera
• Agkistri

Blog posts:

• Trekking in Greece; 10 of the best hiking trails in Greece 
• Chania - My Eternal Paradise
• Top things to do in Santorini
• Vegan travel in Greece and Santorini

Greek songs mentioned on the episode:

• STO LEFKO TON PYRGO
• LOCOMONDO-DEN KANEI KRYO STHN ELLADA

Other:

• Cooking classes in Santorini: To Spitiko mas
• Vegan hotel: MOD Santorini

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria, talk about destinations you can visit as a solo traveller. Tune in to learn more & click here to read the dedicated blog post! If you have destinations you think should be included, get in touch is we can come back with a part 2!

Chania E-book with 7 day itinerary. Click here to buy

Podcast listening:

• Chania
• Chania Q&A
• The best of Kefalonia (beach mentioned: Myrtos)
• Orfia Retreats and Glamping
• The Best of Santorini
• Lefkada
• Top Greek Islands without a car

Blog posts:

• Chania - My Eternal Paradise
• Top things to do in Santorini
• Vegan travel in Greece and Santorini
• Top Destinations for Non-Drivers

Other:

• Homers Odyssey
• Ithaka by C.P. Cavafy and Sean Connery reads ITHAKA | Powerful Life Poem by C.P.Cavafy
• Beach in Ithaki: Gidaki beach.
• Ferry service for Small Cyclades is Express Skopelitis.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land and give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria, head over to the island of Santorini to talk to Eleanor Green about "To Spitiko Mas", a cooking class venue on the iconic island of Santorini. Tune in to learn all about the cooking classes offered by To Spitiko Mas, what to expect and much more!

To see more information and book a cooking class at To Spitiko Mas visit their website here.

Further Podcast listening:

• The Best of Santorini
• Where to go to Greece in October
• My Greek Wine
• My Greek Easter

Blog posts:

• Top things to do in Santorini
• Vegan travel in Greece and Santorini

Greek words shared on the episode:

• Santorini Salad: Santoriniá saláta (In Greek: Σαντορινιά σαλάτα)
• Tomato Fritters: Ntomatokeftédes (In Greek: Ντοματοκεφτέδες)
• Fava spread: Fáva (In Greek: Φάβα)
• Garlic Pasta: Skordomakárona (In Greek: Σκορδομακάρονα)
• Halvas: Chalvás (In Greek: Χαλβάς)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on Instagram and TIkTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on going to the ‘kafeneio’ the traditional coffeehouse which is so much more than a coffeeshop as you might initially think.

Tune in to learn key vocabulary around being at the kafeneio from breakfast and lunch to what to drink and how to order.

Further podcast listening:

• The Greek Coffee Culture
• At the café - Bitesize Greek

Blog Post: The Greek Coffee Culture Guide

Greek Coffee guide: Click here to download and save the MGI coffee guide on your phone.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on going to the ‘zaharoplastio’ which is the Greek patisserie shop that can be found in almost every neighborhood, town and big village in Greece.

You will learn key items that you might want to order when you visit the zaharoplastio whilst in Greece

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria, talk about Nafplio, an area in close proximity to Athens which you can visit all year round.

Tune in to find out about the significance of the location, some history, what you can do and what Maria got up to there, as she visited this year for a few days.

Further Podcast listening:

• The Athens Epidauros Festival
• My Greek Wine

Blog posts:

• Celebrating Art and Culture in Greece: The Magnificent Athens - Epidaurus Festival

Other:

• Book mentioned: Wandering in Naflpio: A lovers guide. by Keith Sturgess
• Sites included in the single ticket of EUR 20 valid for 3 days (in 2023) included: Palamidi Fortress, Archaeological site and museum of Mycenae, Byzantine Museum of Argolis, Tiryns, Palamidi, Archaeological site of Asine.

Greek words/phrases shared on the episode:

• Let's go to Nafplio for the weekend/trip/daytrip: Páme Náfplio gia to Savvatokýriako(or Sou kou)/Ekdromí/Monoímeri (In Greek: Πάμε Ναύπλιο για το Σαββατοκύριακο (Σου κου)/ Εκδρομή/Μονοήμερη)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George goes solo for this mini history session about the importance of Ohi day. Ohi day (‘No’ day) is celebrated annually on the 28th October in Greece and across the Greek speaking diaspora.

Tune in to learn about the significance of this day, how it is celebrated and what to look out for if you are in Greece on this day.

Further Podcast listening:

• Where to go in Greece in October
• Athens - A Greek-end
• The Athens Riviera

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria, talk about Astypalaia, an island they visited in the summer of 2023, after the My Greek Island followers on instagram voted for them to do so! And as they had so much to say, they had to split the episode into two parts.

This is Part 1! Tune in to find out all about this island they both fell deeply in love with, and learn all the key info you need the My Greek Island way! On this part they cover how to get there, where to stay, transportation options and the beaches.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria, continue the discussion about Astypalaia, an island they visited in the summer of 2023, after the My Greek Island followers on instagram voted for them to do so! And as they had so much to say, they had to split the episode into two parts.

This is Part 2! Tune in to find out all more about Astypalaia, the top activities, food and drink, top highlights and some to meet some local heroes on the island from Perla Cruises (Roussos) and To Kafeneio tou Mouggou (Giannis).

Further podcast listening:

• Astypalaia Part 1
• At the Kafeneio - Bitesize Greek
• Nafplio

Greek words/phrases shared on the episode:

• Cruise: Krouaziéra (In Greek: Κρουαζιέρα)
• The butterfly of the Aegean: I petaloúda tou Aigaíou (In Greek: Η πεταλούδα του Αιγαίου)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on going to the ‘Souvlatzidiko’ the traditional place to eat the famous Greek souvlaki.

Tune in to learn key vocabulary around being at the Souvlatzidiko including how to ask for Veggie or Vegan options.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria explore winter destinations in Greece where you can go skiing and much more.

Tune in to find out top tips about the winter destinations presented in this episode, key highlights, how to get there, activities, points of interest and local production. Maria had many more destinations up her sleeve, so if you like the episode get in touch, so we can come back with a part 2.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Shall we go skiing in the mountains: Páme gia ski sta vouná? (In Greek: Πάμε για σκι στα βουνά;)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Bitesize Greek: At the Kafeneio
• Bitesize Greek: At the Zacharoplasteio

Other points noted on the podcast:

Arachova:

• KTEL: www.ktel-fokidas.gr
• Train (with stop in Livadia): www.trainose.gr

Kalavryta:

• KTEL: www.ktelachaias.gr
• Odontotos: https://www.odontotos.com/index-en.htm

Karpenisi:

• KTEL: https://ktelevrytanias.gr/

Metsovo:

• Art Gallery: https://www.averoffmuseum.gr/en/founder-and-metsovo

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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December is here, so we thought to re-release an episode on the top things to do in the capital city of Greece, Athens, a city both George and Maria love and travel to often, and also where Maria spent her university years. Athens is a great city to head to for a city break and even more fun during December.

Tune in to hear when is the best time to go to Athens, how can you get around and what at the MGI verified spots. The episode also includes tips and tricks about the city, the top things to do and plenty of useful information to keep in mind on your first or even subsequent trip.

Greek phrase shared on the podcast for I love Athens, I adore Athens: Agapó tin Athína, Latrévo tin Athína (In Greek: Αγαπώ την Αθήνα, Λατρεύω την Αθήνα)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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In this episode, George and Maria talk about fine dining in Greece. They checked the Michelin Guide website for restaurants in Greece with at least one Michelin Star (click here to view) and shortlisted four to talk about on this episode.

Tune in to hear more information about these four restaurants, where they are and what they offer, and also if Maria has eaten here.

Websites of the restaurants mentioned on the episode:

Hytra: https://hytra.gr/

Soil: https://soilrestaurant.gr/

CTC Urban Gastronomy: https://ctc-restaurant.com/

Delta: https://deltarestaurant.gr/ 

Greek phrase shared: Tasing menu (Degustation menu): Menoú gefsignosías (In Greek: Μενού γευσιγνωσίας)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria explore things you can do in Greece in the winter, as we know that when many of you think of Greece, you think of the summer and the islands. But Greece is so much more than that. Tune in to find out our top recommendations of things to do in the winter in Greece, presented the My Greek Island way!

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Have a good winter: Kaló cheimóna (In Greek: Καλό χειμώνα)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Giorgio Hatter (3rd Generation hat shop in Athens)
• My Greek Wine
• The Greek Coffee Culture
• Bitesize Greek: At the Cafe
• Athens - A Greek end
• Greece Ski Destinations
• Nafplio
• Syros

Other things to note:

• Avantis winery in Evia
• The worlds 50 best bars

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, we deviate slightly from the theme of the podcast and head over to Mexico City to meet George Konstantinou, partner of Mentor, an authentic Greek restaurant and concept in the heart of Mexico City.

Tune in to hear the background story of Mentor, who is behind the creation of this concept, what to expect if you visit and much more.

Greek words shared on the episode: Hospitality, Memory: Filoxenía, Anámnisi (In Greek: Φιλοξενία, Ανάμνηση)

Links to follow Mentor, George and Enriko on social media:

• George Konstantinou
• Enriko Pali
• Mentor

Also, to view more about Mentor, click here to view their website.

Don't forget to also check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria head to Athens to talk to Konstantinos Karakatsanis, from Gelateria Django in Greece, one of the two natural Gelaterias in the WORLD...although he will challenge you to let him know if there are any more truly natural Gelateria's in the world.

Tune in to hear the background story of Django and much much more.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Let's go for ice cream: Páme gia pagotó (In Greek: Πάμε για παγωτό)

Links to follow Django on social media:

• Django Athens
• Django Syros

Also, to view more about Django, click here to view their website.

Don't forget to also check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on the Hotel when you travel to Greece.

Tune in to learn key vocabulary around the Hotel including how to ask for early check in, leaving your luggage and extra keys.

Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria explore destinations you can visit if you have children, but in an unconventional way.... that is, they do not focus on the big islands, but some other islands and destinations you might not have considered. Tune in to find out our top recommendations and more!

Greek phrase shared on the episode: I am (we are) on holiday with the children: Eímai (eímaste) diakopés me ta paidiá (In Greek: Είμαι (είμαστε) διακοπές με τα παιδιά)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Astypalaia - Part 1
• Astypalaia - Part 2
• Syros
• Nafplio

Other things to note:

• Express Skopelitis line to the small Cyclades

Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria talk about what you can do in Athens in 48 hours, for those using the capital city of Greece as a base before heading off to an island, catching a cruise, having a city break or something else. Tune in to find out our top recommendations and more!

Greek phrases shared on the episode: A bottle of water please/Can you please fill my bottle with water?: Éna boukáli neró parakaló/Boreíte na gemísete to boukáli mou me neró parakaló? (In Greek: Ένα μπουκάλι νερό παρακαλώ/Μπορείτε να γεμίσετε το μπουκάλι μου με νερό παρακαλώ;)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Athens - A Greekend
• Fine Dining in Greece
• The Athens Riviera
• At the cafe - Bitesize Greek
• A Local Hero - Giorgio Hatter
• The Greek Coffee Culture

Other:

• To read up on the history of Anafiotika area, check out this blog post
• Click here to read the dedicated blog post Maria has written about the Greek coffee culture and download the Greek Coffee Guide.
• Athinorama (site to see what's on regarding nightlife - available only in Greek)
• Tickets for archaeological sites
• Free museum admission dates: 6 March, 25 March, 18 May, 28 October.
• Areas mentioned to stay: Syntagma, Kolonaki, Pagkrati, Monastiraki, Plaka
• George's top picks: Filopappou Hill, Rooftop bars, Athens riviera

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria talk about Greece's national board game, known as Tavli. Tune in to find out more about this game, the history and more!

Greek phrases shared on the episode: Shall we play Tavli/Do you have Tavli please?: Tha paíxoume távli?/'Echete távli parakaló? (In Greek: Θα παίξουμε τάβλι;/'Εχετε τάβλι παρακαλώ;)

Further Podcast Listening:

• At the cafe - Bitesize Greek
• The Greek Coffee Culture

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria talk about the island of Serifos, an island so many of you have asked for a dedicated episode on - and as you can see, your wish is our command! Tune in to find out our top recommendations and more!

Greek phrases shared on the episode: How do I get to the main square?: Pós tha páo stin plateía? (In Greek: Πώς θα πάω στην πλατεία;)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Sifnos
• Syros
• Kythnos
• Alternative islands with Kids
• 48 Hours in Athens
• Athens - A Greekend
• The Athens Riviera

Other:

• Trek routes in Serifos

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on the Supermarket when you travel to Greece.

Tune in to learn key vocabulary around the Supermarket and how to ask for things in your essential list when visiting Greece.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, Maria talks about some new additions to the Podcast, the advertisements which thanks to all you listeners we were able to add to the podcast and the Patreon, offering access to exclusive content and ad free episodes.

Patreon is a way for you to support the show with a small monthly contribution, and for us to give back to you in any way we can.

We have created three Tiers for you; the My Greek Islander Tier, the My Greek Islander Wanderlust Tier and the My Greek Island Superfan, with each Tier offering different benefits and exclusive content.

To find out more about the Tiers, listen to the episode or check out our page on Patreon here.

We will look to add addition benefits for our Patreon subscribers and of course as always, we are definitely open to feedback, so please get in touch and let us know if you think there is anything more we should include in our Tiers!!

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria talk about Halkidiki and specifically the peninsula of Kassandra or the "first leg" as referred to in Greek, as it is the first of three peninsulas close to the city of Thessaloniki.

Additionally, this episode is special! Tune in to find out why, our top recommendations and more!

Greek phrases shared on the episode: Like Halikidiki - no where!: San tin Chalkidikí den échei! (In Greek: Σαν την Χαλκιδική δεν έχει!)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on top phrases for your first time in Greece.

Tune in to learn some key phrases when visiting Greece.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria explore islands close to Athens which you can visit either for a day trip or for a quick 2-3 day getaway. Tune in to find out our top recommendations and more!

Greek phrase shared on the episode: We went to an island in the Saronic. It was very nice: Pígame se ena nisí sto Saronikó. Ítan polý oraía (In Greek: Πήγαμε σε ενα νησί στο Σαρωνικό. Ήταν πολύ ωραία)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Top islands without a car
• Agkistri

Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria head to Athens to talk to Marina Manola, the youngest member of the Manola family, who started off with a restaurant in the village of Kriopigi (Kassandra) and then expanded into the car hire business.

Tune in to hear their story, tips and hidden gems from a local in the area of Kassandra and much much more. We have also obtained a discount code for all our listeners. Check out our patreon (including the free version) to obtain it.

To get in touch with Cosmorent, check out their website and instagram account.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: We rented a car for the holidays: Noikiásame aftokínito gia tis diakopés (In Greek: Νοικιάσαμε αυτοκίνητο για τις διακοπές)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Halkidiki
• Things to do in winter in Greece
• Thessaloniki (coming soon)

Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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Greek Orthodox Easter is just around the corner and Maria has been getting a lot of questions on releasing an easter episode..... so George and Maria thought this would be a great time to re-release episode 29 and travel you to some of the most popular islands in Greece to spend the Greek Orthodox Easter.

Tune in to hear about easter traditions and why the specific destinations are so popular. Also, we answer the questions on Easter sent in by our listeners. And as always, we share a lot of useful information to keep in mind for your visit to Greece over Easter.

Also read the dedicated post on the My Greek Island website here to learn about some other destinations not mentioned on this episode and also, tune in to the dedicated episodes on Santorini and Syros to learn more about the top things to do on the island.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria discuss visiting the second largest city in Greece - Thessaloniki, for a quick 2-3 day getaway or longer. Tune in to find out key information, top recommendations and more!

Greek phrase shared on the episode: The White Tower of Thessaloniki: O Lefkós Pýrgos tis Thessaloníkis. (In Greek: Ο Λευκός Πύργος της Θεσσαλονίκης)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Cosmorent
• Halkidiki
• Things to do in winter in Greece

And of course our bitesize Greek episodes! Also, don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on visiting the ice cream shop.

Tune in to learn some key words and phrases needed when you visit the ice cream shop in Greece.

Make sure to also tune into our episode with Django, one of the two natural Gelateria's in the world, with stores in Athens and the island of Syros.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria provide tips on how to decide which island to visit in Greece. Greek phrase shared on the episode: Which island(s) should we go to in the summer?: Se poió nisí na páme to kalokaíri?/ Se poiá nisiá na páme to kalokaíri? (In Greek: Σε ποιό νησί να πάμε το καλοκαίρι;/ Σε ποιά νησιά να πάμε το καλοκαίρι;)

Mentions on episode:

• E-map with Marias top pick for Santorini. Click here to purchase.
• 7 day detailed itinerary for the region of Chania in Crete. Click here to purchase.
• Click here to book a Travel Consultation meeting with Maria.

Related blog posts:

• How to choose which Greek Island to visit on your next trip
• Exploring the Greek Islands; Top Destinations for Non-Drivers. 
• The Best Islands in Greece for Solo Travellers: Unleashing the Perfect Greek Escape
• Trekking in Greece; 10 of the best hiking trails in Greece

Further Podcast Listening:

• Ionian Islands: Kefalonia, Lefkada, Kythera (Part 1 and 2)
• Cyclades: Santorini, Syros, Tinos, Sifnos, Serifos, Kythnos, Folegandros
• Argo/Saronic: Islands close to Athens, Top Greek Islands without a car, Agkistri
• Dodecanese: Karpathos
• Other: Dekapentavgoustos (15 August), 48 Hours in Athens, Where to go in Greece in October, Athens - A Greekend, Alternative destinations with kids, Cosmorent

And of course our bitesize Greek episodes! Also, don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria talk about the uninhabited island of Spinalonga. Tune in to hear all about this island, its history and how it became famous.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Spinalonga: An island full of stories: Spinalónka: Éna nisí gemáto istoríes (In Greek: Σπιναλόγκα: Ένα νησί γεμάτο ιστορίες)

Mentions:

• Spinalonga fortress an UNESCO World Heritage: https://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5866/
• Victoria Hislop: https://www.victoriahislop.com/books/the-island/

Related blog posts:

• Exploring Spinalonga: A Journey Through History
• How to choose which Greek Island to visit on your next trip
• The Best Islands in Greece for Solo Travellers: Unleashing the Perfect Greek Escape
• Trekking in Greece; 10 of the best hiking trails in Greece

Other:

Do you need more information. Check out the below:

• 7 day detailed itinerary for the region of Chania in Crete. Click here to purchase.
• Click here to book a Travel Consultation meeting with Maria.

Further Podcast Listening:

• Greek Islands for solo travellers
• Top hiking trails in Greece
• Chania Q&A
• Chania

And of course our bitesize Greek episodes! Also, don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria head to Epidaurus to talk to Chris Ward from Breakaway Greece, a small run business focused on Cycling and Outdoor holidays in the Peloponnese. Tune in to hear the story of Breakaway, what they offer and much more.

To get in touch with Breakaway, check out their website and instagram account.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Let's go cycling in the Peloponnese: Páme gia podilasía stin Pelopónniso (In Greek: Πάμε για ποδηλασία στην Πελοπόννησο)

Further Podcast Listening:

• Cosmorent
• Islands Close to Athens
• 48 hours in Athens
• Nafplio
• Top hiking trails in Greece
• The Athens Epidauros Festival

Blog post reading:

• Trekking in Greece; 10 of the best hiking trails in Greece
• Celebrating Art and Culture in Greece: The Magnificent Athens Epidaurus Festival

Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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A solo episode with Maria to say thank you as she is going to take a short break from socials. The podcast will be back soon with lots of interesting episodes and guests lined up!

Make sure to head over to instagram and comment on today's post and tag a friend. The first three comments to find at least one of the episodes My Greek Island will visit this year will receive a gift once Maria is back from her social media break.

Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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A solo episode with Maria. We took a long break and have missed you, so thought to have a short and sweet intro back into the podcast. Tune in to hear what to expect in the upcoming episodes and how the podcast will evolve....

Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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As today is the 28th of October, we thought it would be a great opportunity to re-issue an episode which tells you all about the significance of this day to Greece and the Greeks worldwide.

On this episode, George goes solo for this mini history session about the importance of Ohi day. Ohi day (‘No’ day) is celebrated annually on the 28th October in Greece and across the Greek speaking diaspora.

Tune in to learn about the significance of this day, how it is celebrated and what to look out for if you are in Greece on this day.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode, George and Maria talk about some Podcast & website updates, some old and some new! We talk about the panel of the National Geographic panel (late and overdue - I KNOW), some new features to the website and more. Tune in to hear more and what inspired the new features on the website.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: I would like to book an appointment with Maria: Tha íthela na kleíso éna rantevoú me ti María (In Greek: Θα ήθελα να κλείσω ένα ραντεβού με τη Μαρία)

Mentions on the Podcast:

• Blog post: How to choose which Greek Island to visit on your next trip
• Blog post: The Greek Islands explained by cluster
• Travel consultation: Do you want to book a Travel Consultation with Maria? Click here.
• Travel tips, e-books and Top Picks: Click here.
• Read more about the National Geographic event here.

Further Podcast Listening:

• How to choose which Greek Island to visit - click here
• The Athens Epidauros Festival - click here
• Athens - A Greekend - click here
• 48 hours in Athens - click here
• Islands close to Athens - click here

And of course our bitesize Greek episodes! Also, don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode Maria goes solo for a special episode dedicated to Yiannis Boutaris, the Father of Greek wine.

Tune in to hear about his life and legacy, why he was so important to the world of Greek wine, but also his work, activism and initiatives beyond wine.

Κυρ Γιάννη, αντίο. Ευχαριστούμε. Καλό Παράδεισο. (Sir Yianni, goodbye. Thank you. I wish you a good paradise).

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On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on visiting the museum.

Tune in to learn some key words and phrases needed when you visit a museum in Greece.

Note: The Acropolis Museum has free admission days on

• Melina Mercouri Day: March 6th
• Greek Independence Day: March 25th
• International Museum Day: May 18th
• Greek national holiday: October 28th
• First Sunday of the month: From November 1st to March 31st 

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land for inspiration for your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the MGI adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode George and Maria dive into the Athens Bar Scene and talk about some award winning bars in accordance to the Worlds 50 best bars.

Make sure to listen to the end, where Maria interviews Nora Koufou, the Head Bartender of Line.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Let's go for a cocktail: Páme gia koktéil (In Greek: Πάμε για κοκτέιλ)

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On this episode George and Maria dive into the Athens Brunch Scene, the history of brunch and why brunch is so successful in Athens.

Make sure to listen to the end, where Maria interviews Katerina and Hemant from Ombrela Cafe Brunch Bar, in the neighbourhood of Pagkrati.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Until what time do you serve brunch?: Méchri ti óra servírete bránts (In Greek: Μέχρι τι ώρα σερβίρετε μπράντς)

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On this episode George and Maria dive into destinations you can visit in Greece over Christmas.

Tune in to hear which destinations we recommend but also watch out for some top tips from Maria.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Shall we go to Greece for Christmas?: Páme stin Elláda gia ta Christoúgenna? (In Greek: Πάμε στην Ελλάδα για τα Χριστούγεννα;)

Further Podcast Listening:

• My Greek Christmas & New Year
• Greece Ski Destinations (and more)
• Nafplio
• The Athens Bar Scene
• Thessaloniki
• 48 Hours in Athens
• Things to do in Winter in Greece
• Fine Dining in Greece
• Athens - A Greek-end
• The Athens Riviera

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode George and Maria discuss 5 (+1 bonus) destinations you should include in your 2025 travel plans to Greece.

Tune in to hear which destinations we recommend and some key information for each.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: This year I want to go to...(e.g. Ithaca, Tinos, Astypalaia-i, Rhodes, Amorgos, Cyprus): Fétos thélo na páo stin...Itháki,Tíno, Astypálaia, Ródo, Amorgó, Kýpro (In Greek: Φέτος θέλω να πάω στην...Ιθάκη,Τήνο, Αστυπάλαια, Ρόδο, Αμοργό, Κύπρο)

For My Greek Island Guides by destination (e.g. Santorini, Syros, Astypalaia, Karpathos) with all of Marias top picks click here.

Further Podcast Listening:

• The best of Kefalonia
• Orfia Retreats and Glamping - Kefalonia
• Lefkada
• Syros
• Astypalaia - Part 1
• Astypalaia - Part 2
• Karpathos
• The best of Santorini
• 48 Hours in Athens
• Athens - A Greek-end

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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The music heard on this episode is called Nostalgia by Georgia Kombou. Click here to listen.

On this episode George and Maria talk about the musical instrument known as the Bouzouki, which is an integral part of the greek culture and music.

Tune in to hear about this musical instrument and also meet an award winning Bouzouki player from the island of Cyprus called Georgia Kombou.

To connect with Georgia, find her on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Spotify.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Where can I find live bouzouki music please?: Pou boró na vro zontaní mousikí me bouzoúki parakaló? (In Greek: Που μπορώ να βρω ζωντανή μουσική με μπουζούκι παρακαλώ;)

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode George and Maria discuss some neighbourhoods to stay in Athens on your first or subsequent visits!

Tune in to hear which neighbourhoods we recommend and some key information for each.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Neighbourhood: Periochí, geitoniá (In Greek: Περιοχή, γειτονιά)

To download the 48 Hours in Athens episode guide for free, click here. And for more Guides by destination (e.g. Santorini, Syros, Astypalaia, Karpathos) with all of Marias top picks click here.

Further Podcast Listening:

• 48 Hours in Athens
• Athens - A Greek-end
• The Athens Riviera
• The Athens bar scene
• The Athens brunch scene
• At the museum
• Islands close to Athens
• Fine dining in Greece

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode George and Maria discuss the island of Cyprus, which although not a Greek Island, is an island our listeners have asked for additional information on, since its the island Maria has heritage from and grew up on, and one George has visited multiple times.

This is one of a series of episodes about the island! Tune in to hear about Cyprus, what we recommend and more.

Greek phrase shared on the episode: Small plates for three please: Mezédes gia treis parakaló (In Greek: Μεζέδες για τρεις παρακαλώ)

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On this episode Maria briefly discusses wines in Cyprus before heading over to the village of Pelendri to talk to Ektoras Tsiakkas, viticulturist of Tsiakkas Winery, one of the multiple award winning wineries of Cyprus. To find out more about Tsiakkas Winery, visit their website and give them a follow on instagram.

And to see more information about the collections of Tsiakkas Winery, click here.

To learn more about Cyprus wine and the indigenous grape varieties, stay tuned for the relevant blog post available on the My Greek Island website.

This is part 1 of a two part episode on Cyprus wine routes, and one of a series of episodes on the island of Cyprus.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On this episode Maria continues the discussion on wines in Cyprus with another winery on the island - Argyrides Winery, located in the village Vasa Koilaniou which is within the Limassol wine villages (or Krasochoria Lemesou as we say in Greek). During the episode you will hear from Rebecca and Andrianna Argyrides.

To find out more about Argyrides winery, visit their website or find them on social media on instagram and Facebook and to learn more about Wine Core, click here.

Make sure to also check out the relevant blog post about Cyprus wine on the My Greek Island website.

Note: This is part 2 of a two part episode on Cyprus wine routes, and one of a series of episodes on the island of Cyprus.

Villages in Krasochoria Lemesou: Omodos, Koilani, Vouni, Lofou, Arsos, Vasa Koilaniou, Malia, Potamiou, Agios Amvrosios, Pachna, Souni-Zanakia, Laneia, Kapileio

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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On the cover we are featuring 'Kolokotronis' by Anthony Tartaglia - a Melbourne based artist of Greek Heritage. To see more of Anthony's work, click here.

On this episode, George goes solo for this mini history session about the importance of the 25th March for Greece, celebrating Greek Independence day, a day celebrated annually in Greece and across the Greek speaking diaspora.

Tune in to learn about the significance of the 25th March, how it is celebrated and what to look out for if in Greece on this day.

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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