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Blog posts tagged with Greece
I’ve been to more than 40 Greek islands — this one is my favourite
Apr 10, 2024
By Victoria Hislop, Travel Writer. Long, sandy beaches, ancient history, and charming villages made the writer Victoria Hislop fall for Naxos, in the Cyclades.
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Europe's finest hidden beaches
Jan 23, 2024
There's something magical about visiting a lesser-known beach, as if it's a secret haven just for you – a place where you can create your own memories. These secluded bays are often remote, breathtakingly beautiful, and just waiting to be discovered. While "undiscovered" may be a stretch, given their popularity, finding the right combination of sand, sea, and lack of crowds is many a traveller's dream. So why not embark on a journey to uncover some of the finest hidden beaches in Europe? From Portugal and Spain to Greece, Italy, and Croatia, your personal slice of paradise awaits. The Guardian Newspaper on 20 January 2024 highlighted their favourite hidden gems, courtesy of their acclaimed journalists - and we've listed those featured by Sunvil in our latest blog.
All aboard! Sunvil’s top 8 railway journeys throughout Europe and Latin America.
Jan 10, 2024
There's something immensely special about experiencing a country's unique landscapes through the window of a moving train. Sit back, relax and admire spectacular mountains, lakes, rivers, remote villages and in many cases some incredible feats of engineering allowing you to travel through some of the most scenic landscapes in the world.
UNESCO World Heritage status awarded to sites in Greece and Portugal
Sep 22, 2023
A World Heritage Site is an area or landmark deemed to possess significant cultural, historical, or scientific value. It is granted legal protection by an international convention managed by UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation. These sites are recognised for their remarkable contributions to humanity and are evaluated based on their ability to preserve the world's natural and cultural heritage. Two of our featured destinations, Zagoria in Greece and Guimaraes in Northern Portugal have both been awarded this prestigious accolade.
Find the real Greece | Exploring the locations in My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3
Sep 13, 2023
The My Big Fat Greek Wedding film series has captured the hearts of audiences for two decades with its humour, heart-warming family dynamics, and portrayal of Greek culture in North America. However, in the third instalment, the Portokalos family embarks on a journey to Greece, the motherland of their beloved recently departed patriarch. The decision to film in Greece not only marked a significant milestone in the franchise but also allowed viewers to immerse themselves in the beautiful Greek landscapes. In this blog, we'll delve into the reasons why these Greek locations are loved and how they contributed to the magic of the film.
