Try keeping cool when the temperatures in Greece are over 32°C (89.6°F) This summer, they even went into the 40s. Keeping the house cool, without spending a fortune on air-conditioning was a real challenge. But, through experience I have learnt several ways to keep cool, which I can share with you.
Have you been dreaming of escaping modernity to retreat to rural Greece? How would you like to experience a taste of authentic Greek culture and own a home with an olive grove? Properties with olive groves are historic, beautiful, delicious and potential money makers. We delve into the practicalities.
Greece in autumn. The weather is pleasantly warm, the tourist crowds are sparser and prices are lower. It’s also a fantastic time of year for festivals and a chance to experience an authentic side to Greece. Whether celebrating a good harvest or honouring a patron saint, out comes the food and drink, and a chain of people dancing the traditional Dances in costume.
The Ionian Islands lie west of mainland Greece. They are loved for their turquoise waters, beaches and beautiful landscapes. In total, there are twenty Ionian Islands, but some of those are uninhabited.
Even with its status as a desirable location to hunt for a Greek home, Crete still has brilliant options for those after a budget-friendly home, especially in its villages.
