On our Treasures of the Greek Isles cruise on Windstar, we were not as familiar with the ports in the Peloponnese as with the Cyclades. We loved them, equally.
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In particular, beaches tucked between limestone cliffs, coupled with water so clear and blue you feel compelled to touch it to make sure it’s real, make Paleokastritsa a draw for visitors.
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Everyone who loves Greek cuisine, from its more than 30 Michelin starred restaurants to farm-to-table cooking, is aware of how delicious it is. Did you know, though, that it’s one of the most healthy cuisines in the world? As you cruise along Greece’s islands and mainland, the common touch in its culinary offerings is how
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Like many of the islands in Greece’s Dodecanese, a group of 12 islands, Pátmos’ appeal lies in its whitewashed villages infused with lush, ancient olive groves roamed by goats, picturesque tavernas and a series of beautiful sun-drenched beaches. What’s different? This hideaway for famous celebrities and royalty is an intimate place, uncrowded and not yet discovered by larger cruise vessels.
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Greece is known for fabulous beaches, quaint villages, great food and thriving cities. But no trip to the Greek Isles is complete without exploring its history as the birthplace of Western civilization some 4,000 years ago. UNESCO includes 19 places in Greece on its list of World Heritage Sites, and many of them are part of our Greek Isles and Adriatic cruise experience.
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What we know of Western civilization first originated in ancient Greece 4,000 years ago. The land is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Committee determines which locations make the list. Each site has cultural or natural significance. In Greece, the UNESCO World Heritage
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Windstar’s yachts anchor in smaller, secluded ports in the Mediterranean, offering access to an endless number of hidden gems in Greece.
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With Windstar’s Icons of the Ancient World: Greece & Israel itinerary, Greek mythology, holy lands, and the birthplace of Christianity are part of this hallmark journey.
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This former fortress town comes with a rich history. Monemvasia sits on an island off the Peloponnese in southern Greece, where it is among the most beautiful undiscovered places to travel. It is unique among ruined medieval cities in that it is entirely built on a rock that appears to be barren when seen from
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You are a Greek general in the 5th century BC pondering whether to start a war with a neighbor to take over their land. You could be a Queen wanting advice on the future of your kingdom, or maybe you are a common villager seeking advice on a sick child. Who do you turn to?
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