Sonnenuntergang am Strand von Matala im Süden Kretas

Coucher de soleil à la plage de Matala, dans le sud de la Crète

Tramonto sulla spiaggia di Matala, nel sud di Creta

sunset at matala beach

Sonnenuntergang am Strand von Matala

Coucher de soleil à la plage de Matala

Tramonto sulla spiaggia di Matala

September is considered one of the best months to visit Crete, and our five reasons list will convince you!

Der September gilt als einer der besten Monate, um Kreta zu besuchen, und unsere Liste mit fünf Gründen wird Sie überzeugen!

Septembre est considéré comme l'un des meilleurs mois pour visiter la Crète, et notre liste de cinq raisons vous en convaincra !

Settembre è considerato uno dei mesi migliori per visitare Creta, e la nostra lista di cinque motivi vi convincerà!

The best season to explore the most diverse Greek island!

Die beste Jahreszeit, um die vielfältigste griechische Insel zu erkunden!

La meilleure saison pour explorer l'île grecque la plus diversifiée !

La stagione migliore per esplorare l'isola greca più diversificata!

5 Reasons to visit Crete in September

5 Gründe, Kreta im September zu besuchen

5 raisons de visiter la Crète en septembre

5 motivi per visitare Creta a settembre

If you have second thoughts about visiting Crete in September, well… you shouldn't! September is a great month to explore one of the most diverse and unique places in Greece, and here is why:

Wenn du Zweifel hast, Kreta im September zu besuchen, dann solltest du das nicht! Der September ist ein großartiger Monat, um einen der vielfältigsten und einzigartigsten Orte in Griechenland zu erkunden, und hier ist der Grund:

Si vous avez des doutes à propos de la visite de la Crète en septembre, eh bien... vous ne devriez pas ! Septembre est un mois idéal pour explorer l'un des endroits les plus diversifiés et uniques de la Grèce, et voici pourquoi :

Se hai dei ripensamenti riguardo alla visita a Creta in settembre, beh… non dovresti! Settembre è un mese fantastico per esplorare uno dei luoghi più diversi e unici della Grecia, e ecco perché:

5 Raisons de Visiter Crète en Septembre

5 Motivi per Visitare Creta a Settembre

travelling after covid-19 should be with precautions to remain safe

safe travel

By the mid of May and after six months of covid-19 related restrictions, Greece is finally ready to welcome all summer travellers

All the covid 19 measurements for safe travelling in Greece

Greece opens for the tourist season 2021

Greece opens for the touristic season 2021

After six months of covid-19 related restrictions, Greece is finally ready to welcome all summer travellers. Since the 14th of May 2021, the Greek government has lifted the strict measures imposed in early November.

The tourist season in Greece has started: 3 covid-19 related questions answered

a table next to a coastline in Peloponnese, Greece, with a plate of shrimps with red sauce and feta cheese, a plate of fried squid, red wine and water

A table full of seafood at a tavern in Peloponnese Greece

Seafood and drinks in a coastal town in Peloponnese

Are you passionate about seafood, a tender piece of calamari or a flavourful lobster pasta? In that case, you are a Greek at heart!

Impress the locals at the Greek tavernas! 

The ultimate guide on how to order seafood like a Greek!

A list of all the types of seafood you can find at a greek restaurant

Following up our post on how to order fish like a Greek comes the version for the fans of other types of seafood

A narrow cobblestoned street in Makrinitsa, Pelion

Pelion is full of picturesque villages, like Makrinitsa, with tall trees and cobblestoned streets.

The beautiful village of Makrinitsa in Pelion

A 3-day road trip to the mountains and coast of the Pelion peninsula, the mythical land of the Centaurs with the dense forests & magical beaches.

Exlpore the majestic Pelion

Exlpore the majestic Pelion: A 3-day Road Trip

Pelion is almost magnetic. The "land of the Centaurs" in Greek mythology is one of the favourite getaway destinations for mainlanders and returning visitors.

Exlpore pelion. A road trip to the land of the Centaurs

the stone arch bridge of Zachoria in Epirus, surrounded by lush vegetation

The arch bridge of Zachoria in Epirus is a very unique and beautiful stone bridge

The stone arch bridge of Zachoria

Explore the breathtaking landscapes and the stone-built mountainous villages of western Greece.

Discover the natural beauty of Western Greece!

Explore Epirus

Discover the natural beauty of Epirus

At the north-western corner of mainland Greece lies the region of Epirus. Epirus is an ideal destination for both summer and winter holidays.

Driving around Epirus. Discover the Natural Beauty of Western Greece

Various fish laying on ice among green peppers at a fish market stall

Greeks eat a lot of fish either by preparing it themselves either by eating out

Fish for sale at the fishmarket

Impress the locals with your knowledge of Greek fish! Bonus: Learn the Greek names with their pronunciation!

Impress the locals at the Greek tavernas!

The ultimate guide on how to order fish like a Greek

A list of all the types of fish you can find at a greek restaurant

It is not a surprise that Greeks eat a lot of fish! Therefore, wherever your destination is, you will find numerous fish taverns serving those fresh, delicious "treasures of the sea".

The ultimate guide on how to order fish like a Greek!

The front of the Erechtheion temple in Acropolis with the Caryatids statues as columns in the Athenian sky

Erechtheion is an iconic temple on Acropolis hill in Athens. It is famous because it uses women's statues instead of columns holding its porch

The caryatids of the Erechtheion temple in Acropolis

Get ready for a walk around the historical centre of Athens, from the temples of the Acropolis to the neighbourhoods of Plaka & Thession.

Meet the historical city of Athens!

The historical centre of Athens: A walk around the city

It is impossible to be in the historical centre of Athens and not be impressed by the city's long history. According to archaeological finds, the first inhabitants must have been here over 9000 years ago.

The Historical Centre of Athens: A walk around the city

An illustration of two souvlaki skewers on a yellow background and a Greek souvlaki neon sign

All Greeks love souvlaki for its diversity and deliciousness

Souvlaki is the epitome of street food in Greece

This is a step-by-step guide on how to order your souvlaki like a Greek! All you need to know, plus options for our vegan friends!

Learn how to order your souvlaki like a Greek!

How to order your souvlaki: A guide with infographics

In our previous post, we analysed everything you need to know about souvlaki, the most famous Greek street food. We have explained the differences between regions and the different types and ingredients of the dish.

How to order your souvlaki: A guide with infographic

A woman drinking iced coffee on a terrace in the centre of Athens with a view of the Acropolis and Plaka

One of the things to do when you are visiting Athens is to have an iced coffee at one of the terraces with a view of the Acropolis

A woman enjoying the Acropolis view under the sun in Athens Greece

Whether you want breakfast, lunch or dessert, try this guide to find the food joint of your liking in the centre of Athens.

Food joints for breakfast, lunch and dessert!

15 places to try some Greek specialties in Athens

15 places to grab a bite while wandering in the centre of Athens

Athens is a popular stopover destination in Greece. More and more travellers choose to spend some days in Athens before hopping on a ferry to the beautiful Greek islands!

A plater with pittas, gyros, pork & chicken skewers, fries, fresh tomatoes and tzatziki sauce

Souvlakia come in different shapes and types. The most common are gyros, skewers and the kebabs

A plater with various types of souvlaki

Find out on our ultimate guide to the king of Greek street food. As souvlaki is gaining popularity worldwide, we are here to answer all your questions

Find the answers to all your questions about the king of street food!

Are souvlaki and gyros the same thing?

It is not a secret that Greek food constantly gains dedicated fans worldwide. Greek cuisine is diverse and influenced by many different cultures throughout history.

Souvlaki: The ultimate guide of the king of Greek street food

Pots en céramique faits à la main exposés

Handmade ceramic pots made by local artisans in Greece

Handgefertigte Keramiktöpfe von lokalen Handwerkern in Griechenland

Pots en céramique faits à la main par des artisans locaux en Grèce

Vasi in ceramica fatti a mano da artigiani locali in Grecia

Handmade ceramic pots

Handgefertigte Keramiktöpfe

Pots en céramique faits à la main

Vasi in ceramica fatti a mano

A sensible choice for a traveller is to support small local companies,  whether car rentals, hotels, shops, or family tavernas and here is why.

Für Reisende ist es sinnvoll, kleine lokale Unternehmen zu unterstützen, seien es Autovermietungen, Hotels, Geschäfte oder familiengeführte Tavernen. Und hier erfahren Sie warum.

Un choix judicieux pour un voyageur est de soutenir les petites entreprises locales, qu'il s'agisse de locations de voitures, d'hôtels, de magasins ou de tavernes familiales et voici pourquoi.

Una scelta sensata per un viaggiatore è quella di supportare le piccole aziende locali, che si tratti di autonoleggi, hotel, negozi o taverne a conduzione familiare, ed ecco perché.

An anthropocentric approach on spending during your vacations

Ein anthropozentrischer Ansatz für die Ausgaben im Urlaub

Une approche anthropocentrique des dépenses pendant vos vacances

Un approccio antropocentrico alla spesa durante le vacanze

6 reasons to support local companies in Greece.

6 Gründe, lokale Unternehmen in Griechenland zu unterstützen.

6 raisons de soutenir les entreprises locales en Grèce.

6 motivi per sostenere le aziende locali in Grecia.

6 reason on why to choose small, local companies in Greece

Supporting small local companies like car rentals, hotels, shops, or family tavernas, is a traveller’s best choice. Here is why:

Die Unterstützung kleiner lokaler Unternehmen wie Autovermietungen, Hotels, Geschäfte oder familiengeführte Tavernen ist für Reisende die beste Wahl. Hier ist der Grund:

Soutenir les petites entreprises locales comme les loueurs de voitures, les hôtels, les magasins ou les tavernes familiales est le meilleur choix pour un voyageur. Voici pourquoi :

Supportare piccole aziende locali come autonoleggi, hotel, negozi o taverne familiari è la scelta migliore per un viaggiatore. Ecco perché:

6 Reasons to Support Small Local Companies and Car Rentals in Greece

6 Gründe, kleine lokale Unternehmen und Autovermietungen in Griechenland zu unterstützen

6 raisons de soutenir les petites entreprises locales et les locations de voitures en Grèce

6 motivi per sostenere le piccole aziende locali e gli autonoleggi in Grecia

View of the Byzantine church in Pontikonissi islet, Corfu, Greece

Pontikonisi is an islet in Corfu, where the 12th-century Byzantine church of Pantocrator is located

Pontikonisi islet in Corfu, Greece

Discover the island's rich history and stunning landscapes, the cypress hills and the majestic blue coves.

Discover the island's rich culture and stunning landscape

Corfu, the "Countess" of the Ionian Sea.

Explore Corfu, the "Countess" of the Ionian Sea

The lively Ionian island of Corfu ("Kerkira" in Greek) is a popular destination for thousands of visitors yearly. It is a favourite destination among us, the Simplybook team, as most of us seem to return again and again to Corfu for our holidays.

Corfu, the Island of History, Cypress Hills and Blue Coves

Dusk in kerkini lake in central macedonia greece

The majestic scenery of kerkini lake in central macedonia greece

Kerkini lake in central Macedonia, Greece

This 7-day Greece road trip in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace is a tribute to the beauty and life-giving importance of water

A 6+1 days road trip to the natural beauties of northern Greece

The waterpaths of Macedonia & Thrace

Water paths of Macedonia & Thrace: 7 days in Northern Greece

This northern Greece road trip is a tribute to water's beauty and life-giving importance. Rent a car with Simplybook and embark on a journey to discover the magic of the North.

The Water Paths of Macedonia and Thrace: 6+1 Days Road Trip

Landscape with views of orestiada lake and the city of kastoria in western macedonia greece

Landschaft mit Blick auf den Orestiada-See und die Stadt Kastoria im Westen Mazedoniens, Griechenland

Paysage avec vue sur le lac Orestiada et la ville de Kastoria en Macédoine occidentale, Grèce

Paesaggio con vista sul lago Orestiada e la città di Kastoria nella Macedonia occidentale, Grecia

The city of Kastoria in northern greece

Die Stadt Kastoria im Norden Griechenlands

La ville de Kastoria dans le nord de la Grèce

La città di Kastoria nella Grecia settentrionale

This road trip to Northern Greece involves waterfalls, lakes, bears, birds and a time travel to ancient Macedonia of Alexander the Great!

Dieser Roadtrip nach Nordgriechenland beinhaltet Wasserfälle, Seen, Bären, Vögel und eine Zeitreise ins antike Mazedonien Alexanders des Großen!

Ce road trip dans le nord de la Grèce comprend des cascades, des lacs, des ours, des oiseaux et un voyage dans le temps jusqu'à l'ancienne Macédoine d'Alexandre le Grand !

Questo viaggio su strada nella Grecia settentrionale prevede cascate, laghi, orsi, uccelli e un viaggio nel tempo nell'antica Macedonia di Alessandro Magno!

A trip through spectacular nature & rich history!

Eine Reise durch spektakuläre Natur und reiche Geschichte!

Un voyage à travers une nature spectaculaire et une histoire riche !

Un viaggio attraverso una natura spettacolare e una storia ricca!

A road trip to Northern Greece.

Ein Roadtrip nach Nordgriechenland.

Un road trip dans le nord de la Grèce.

Un viaggio su strada nel nord della Grecia.

6-day Trip to Northern Greece: A tribute to Nature & History

Rent a car in Thessaloniki and get ready for a Northern Greece road trip involving waterfalls, lakes, bears, birds and a time travel to ancient Macedonia of Alexander the Great.

Mieten Sie ein Auto in Thessaloniki und machen Sie sich bereit für einen Roadtrip durch Nordgriechenland mit Wasserfällen, Seen, Bären, Vögeln und einer Zeitreise ins antike Mazedonien Alexanders des Großen.

Louez une voiture à Thessalonique et préparez-vous pour un road trip dans le nord de la Grèce impliquant des cascades, des lacs, des ours, des oiseaux et un voyage dans le temps jusqu'à l'ancienne Macédoine d'Alexandre le Grand.

Noleggia un'auto a Salonicco e preparati per un viaggio su strada nella Grecia settentrionale, tra cascate, laghi, orsi, uccelli e un viaggio nel tempo nell'antica Macedonia di Alessandro Magno.

Northern Greece: A Road Trip Through Nature and History

Nordgriechenland: Ein Roadtrip durch Natur und Geschichte

Grèce du Nord : un road trip à travers la nature et l'histoire

Grecia settentrionale: un viaggio on the road tra natura e storia

People strolling at Thessaloniki's promenade on a sunny afternoon

The promenade of Thessaloniki is the locals' favourite place to walk on a sunny day

The promenade of Thessaloniki Greece

Explore the city centre of Thessaloniki, the second-largest city in Greece. Visit landmarks like the White Tower and the beautiful old town

Explore the centre of this exciting city!

Thessaloniki: The capital of Northern Greece

Explore the centre & old town of Thessaloniki, the northern capital

Thessaloniki is the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of the region of Macedonia. With an international airport 17 km to the east, it is the ideal place to start your holidays in Northern Greece.

Thessaloniki: Explore the City Center and Old Town

An aerial view of navagio beach, with a shipwreck on its white sand shore and turquoise waters

Navagio, or shipwreck beach, is a famous cove in Zakynthos, Greece with a shipwreck laying on its white sand shore, surrounded by high cliffs and turquoise waters

The shipwreck beach in Zakynthos, Greece

Discover Zakynthos, an island praised for its beauty, rich culture, long sandy beaches, and nesting spots for loggerhead turtles.

Discover the island beyond the famous shipwreck beach

Zakynthos: The flower of the Ionian Sea

Explore Zakynthos, the Flower of The Ionian Sea

Explore Zakynthos, one of the most popular destinations in Greece. The Venetians called Zakynthos "the Flower of the East", rightly so. The gem of the Ionian Sea is famous for its natural beauty and rich culture.

Explore Zakynthos, the Flower of the Ionian Islands

A plate with fried calamari and a slice of lemon

Fried calamari, along with other seafood, is a dish served traditionally on Clean Monday in Greece 

Fried calamari

In Greece, the carnival is celebrated with plenty of fun & food! Learn about the unique traditions & dietary customs during Carnival.

All the culinary customs during the festivities!

The food during Carnival in Greece.

The dietary customs during the Carnival season in Greece

In our previous article 5 places to visit during the Greek Carnival season, we saw some of the unique customs and happenings across the country. This article will go through the dietary customs during the Carnival season.