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How to Get the Most Out of Your Greek Holiday

GREECE BY STEP
Travel Preparation & Highlights

STEP 01 Preview Dreaming of Greece

01 Greece MUST SEE
02 Greece MUST DO
03 Greece MUST EAT

STEP 02 Planning: Drawing Greece

01 Seven keywords that describe Greece
02 This is the Greek style travel!
03 Find out where the main regions of Greece are located
04 History of Greece
05 The 12 Gods of Greek Olympus
06 My Own Greek Travel Recipe
07 Greece Travel Checklist
08 Getting in and out of Greece
09 Greek Festival Calendar You Should Know
10 Souvenirs to Remember Greece

GREECE BY AREA Greece Regional Guide

01 Athens
Athens Preview
Getting to Athens
Recommended courses in Athens
Athens MAP
Acropolis? Plaka? Monastiraki
Syntagma? Kolonaki
Omonia? Keramikos
BUY
SLEEP

02 Near Athens
Cape Sounion
Corinth
Nafplio
Hydra

03 Delphi
Delphi Preview
Going to Delphi
Delphi Recommended Course
Delphi MAP
SEE
EAT
BUY
SLEEP

04 Meteora
Meteora Preview
Meteora recommended course
Getting to Meteora
Meteora MAP
SEE
EAT
SLEEP

05 Thessaloniki
Preview of Thessaloniki
Getting to Thessaloniki
Recommended courses in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki MAP
SEE
EAT
SLEEP

06 Crete
Getting to Crete
Crete MAP
Recommended courses in Crete
Hania
Kissamos
Heraklion

07 Santorini
Santorini Preview
Getting to Santorini
Santorini MAP
Pira
Ia
Santorini Guitar

08 Mykonos
Mykonos Preview
Getting to Mykonos
Mykonos MAP
SEE
EAT
SLEEP
Delos

Travel Preparation Consulting
A little tip from the friendly Mr. Holiday
Let's read Greek!
Let's speak Greek!
Index

Greece, a country of myths, ruins, and beautiful nature!
Everything you need to see, eat, sleep, enjoy and experience in Greece
It's in 『Greek Holiday』!
A rare and precious guidebook to Greece!

Greece has so much to see and do that planning a trip can be challenging.
When you think about the vastness of Greece and the sheer number of monuments to see, you'll find yourself in deep dilemma: should I include this area or that area in my tight schedule, how far is it from Athens to get to where I need to go, etc.
A guidebook that will solve all your worries, 『Greek Holiday』, has been published with the latest information.


The "Greek Holiday" step guide is full of information you need to make the most of your trip to Greece.
We provide themed travel schedules so that travelers can plan their trips according to their tastes and styles.
Additionally, to help you understand the numerous relics left behind by a long history, it also includes detailed explanations of Greek history and stories of the 12 gods that appear in mythology.
Because if you go knowing, the excitement of the trip is doubled.
If you've planned your own trip to Greece, don't forget to check out transportation information, festival information, and must-buy souvenirs from Greece.
In the regional section, the capital city of Athens, which is full of ancient ruins, is divided into eight major regions, and where necessary, it is further divided into detailed regions to introduce as many regions as possible.
Detailed information on each region, including explanations, directions, recommended itineraries, attractions, restaurants, and accommodations, is also provided.


A quick overview of Greece's famous tourist destinations!
From the capital city of Athens to the islands of the southern Aegean Sea and Thessaloniki in northern Greece, all in one book!
It's like reading an essay slowly!

Greece, with its thousands of years of history and stories, has as many places to visit as its long history.
『Greek Holiday』 covers almost all of Greece in one volume, from the famous islands of the Aegean Sea in southern Greece to Thessaloniki in the north.
Not only the capital city of Athens, but also the tourist destinations around Athens were not left out.
Cape Sounion, Corinth, Nafplio, and Hydra are tourist destinations near Athens that can be visited in half a day or a day.
We also introduce Delphi, Meteora, and Thessaloniki in north-central Greece, as well as the special Aegean islands that represent Greece.
There is also Santorini, the romantic honeymoon destination, Crete, the southernmost island, and Mykonos, the island of freedom and festivals.
Even Korean travelers who only know Athens or Santorini will be able to plan a very special trip to Greece after reading “Greek Holiday.”
As you read slowly, page by page, unfamiliar place names and mythical characters will soon become familiar.
It's a pleasure to read.
It's rare to find a guidebook that packs so much information into such a rich and informative format.
Even if you're not a traveler, this is enough to give you a good background on Greece and an understanding of its major cities.


Not only travel information, but also rich commentary on Greek mythology, history, and ruins~
A guidebook that adds depth to your travels!

"Greece Holidays" is not just about travel information.
It contains rich commentary on the myths and relics that remain throughout Greece, as well as explanations of ancient history and culture.
Everywhere you step, there are relics, and everything you see has a story to tell, so if you understand even a little bit beforehand, your trip will be much more enjoyable and your emotions will be greatly enhanced.
In particular, let's make good use of the 'Theme' page and 'Talk' section that can be seen throughout the book.
Because it has detailed explanations that are essential for exploring the major regions of Greece and the historical sites and relics there.
It's even more fun to read, and will be a great help in understanding Greece.
Plus, detailed maps and guides of museums and historic sites are included, making your trip much easier.


Greece, the land of amazing gastronomy! Introducing healthy and delicious Mediterranean cuisine.

When you think about 'what to eat in Greece,' the first thing that comes to mind is healthy and delicious Mediterranean food.
Greece, located by the Mediterranean Sea, has long been known as a country of gastronomy thanks to the natural ingredients from both land and sea.
Greek salad, Greek yogurt, and the famous olives and olive oil.
Even wine, a gift from the Greek sun and wind! Surrounded on three sides by the sea and boasting 6,000 islands, Greece boasts a wealth of fresh seafood dishes.
If Spain has tapas culture, Greece has tavernas.
Let's visit a taverna where you can taste delicious Greek food and drinks at reasonable prices.
It's easy to turn a trip to Greece into a culinary adventure.
Let's embark on a delicious trip to Greece with the help of these authors who have thoroughly explored the unique restaurants and delicious restaurants in each destination!

Easy-to-understand routes and schedules for even novice travelers, as well as information on the ever-changing Greek transportation system.
Lots of useful tips~

『Greece Holidays』 is also full of information to help you plan your trip.
Especially in Greek island destinations, transportation changes frequently depending on the season, weather, and travel season.
Without proper travel information, you may have to change or cancel your itinerary.
"Greece Holiday" provides detailed information on ferry schedules between islands, intercity bus information, and the best local transportation.
Additionally, for city centers, we have included helpful information on optimal walking routes and recommended itineraries.


Travel consulting right up until departure, with travel preparations for each D-day

We present a mission to help travelers check off the things they need to prepare one by one, starting 60 days before their trip to Greece and continuing until the day of their trip.
All you have to do is follow the itinerary for the essential information you need to prepare before leaving on your trip, including planning and budgeting your trip, checking your passport and airline tickets, booking accommodations and gathering travel information, purchasing travel insurance and exchanging currency, and handling immigration.


Lighten up your trip with Mapbook! Travel guide maps to make your trip enjoyable.

If you're worried about having to pack a lot of luggage and books, don't worry.
『Greek Holiday』 includes a map book with maps of each region of Greece.
When traveling, put your guidebook away in your bag for a while and travel comfortably with a light map book.