Corfu, Greece, was one of the first places in Greece which became famous touristic destinations and that wasn’t a coincidence: Its olive groves, impressive landscapes, picturesque villages, long and interesting history attracted the Europeans (mostly), among which lots of British citizens. The Complete Guide to the TV show’s “The Durrells” Locations Louisa, Larry, Leslie, Margo and Gerry were also attracted by the greenest island in Greece, in 1935, much before mass tourism occurred. What they discovered there was brightness, color and freedom. They were planning to spend the rest of ..read more

Planning a trip to Greece from the US in 2023 is easier than it sounds. But, when traveling with kids, you have to be methodical. This applies to almost every situation: from planning the best nonstop flights to booking the best accommodations and family activities in Greece, nothing should be left out. At Kidslovegreece, we know that booking a direct flight from the US to Greece is a priority, especially for families. That’s why we have created a comprehensive guide that includes all non-stop flights from the US to Greece in 2023. To help you find the best flight, we have categorized this blo ..read more

Your guide to ALL the locations in Porto Heli and Spetses recently seen in The Glass Onion and The Lost Daughter movies. PLUS: Stay in the actual Glass Onion villa!  When Hollywood is looking for fantastic locations, Greece is always a popular choice. It’s a country with natural beauty, stunning landscapes, and impressive historical sites, making it just perfect for any kind of movie.  This year, even more attention has been focused on Greece, with everyone asking the BIG question: Where was the Glass Onion – A Knives Out Mystery filmed? Glass Onion – A Knives Out Mystery We have th ..read more

The island of Spetses lights up the sky every September in a dramatic reenactment of an important sea battle! Boats are burned and fireworks explode into the night sky as the islanders remember the courage and bravery of local heroes. This is one of the most significant events in the island’s timeline and takes place every year in the second week of September. The celebrations honor the Panaghia Armata (‘Virgin Mary of the ‘Armata’) and the epic Naval Battle of Spetses, which took place on September 8, 1822. On that day, the naval forces of Spetses, led by Captain Kosmas Barbatsis, set fire to ..read more

If you want to visit Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, or Ancient Agora with your family it is best to purchase skip-the-line tickets. This is particularly effective if you want to avoid the crowds and the heat, especially in the summer months. Please note that if you pre-purchase your tickets online, you will need to buy full tickets for both adults and kids. Reduced admission tickets for kids can be obtained exclusively from the ticket booths at the Acropolis, as you need to present the necessary eligibility documents in order to obtain them. Although your kids might be eligible for a discounted ..read more

Acropolis Entrance Fees  SUMMER SEASON: 1 APRIL – 31 OCTOBER General admission: EUR 20 per person (25+) – full admission Reduced admission: EURO 10 per person if 6-25 y.o. from non-EU countries. Free admission: 6-25 y.o. from EU countries | kids up to 5 years from any country   Acropolis Museum Entrance Fees  SUMMER SEASON: 1 APRIL – 31 OCTOBER General admission: EUR 10 per adult (18+) – full admission Reduced admission: EURO 5 if 6 18 y.o. from non-EU countries. Free admission: 6 to 18 y.o. from EU countries  ..read more

The Ancient Greece and Greek Mythology characters have always been a big hit among kids as Halloween costumes.   Have you ever thought of dressing up like a Greek God or a goddess for Halloween? Do your kids love all things ancient and pagan or are they more of the “spooky” type who prefers vampires and werewolves.  We have been searching for ideas online and found the 12 best Halloween costumes inspired by Greek Mythology. These creative ideas range from simple dress-ups like Hera in her most basic form (i.e. just wearing some clothes) to dressing up as a specific goddess like ..read more

Updated on January 3rd, 2022 Can you give me some travel advice if I have decided to travel to Greece in 2022? At Kids Love Greece we understand your concern. We are all parents of young children, and we live in Greece. We believe that Greece is a safe place to travel, however, it’s important to be well-informed and not to panic. “This is a personal decision that only you and your family can make.“ — The Kids Love Greece team The positive news is that the international COVID-19 vaccination has started which makes us all feel more optimistic about the future. Although significant progress is ..read more

A new year has started and new plans are being made. It is the perfect time to start thinking of the summer! Here’s why now is the best time to choose to plan your 2022 family vacation in Greece. Popular Greek destinations in 2022 Some popular islands such as Santorini and Mykonos are renowned for being busy in August, and many of the people visiting during this time book up months in advance. Accommodation prices during these peak periods can rise suddenly and hotels can have an eventual price far higher than originally anticipated. That’s if the accommodation you want is still available of ..read more

We are often asked about the live music and other events which take place in the archaeological sites around Athens in the summer. In this blog post, we will explore the well-known Athens and Epidaurus that takes place in different theatres in Athens every year. For more than 60 years, the festival has attracted visitors from all around the world. Lets explore all the things you should know if you want to attend to the Athens and Epidaurus festival with your kids. Flickr/ John and Melanie (Illingworth) Kotsopoulos What is the Athens and Epidaurus festival? Each year at archaeological sites in ..read more