MY GREEK ISLAND PODCAST

To support the show and for exclusive content become a Patreon . On this episode, George and Maria talk about Greece's national board game, known as Tavli. Tune in to find out more about this game, the history and more! Greek phrases shared on the episode: Shall we play Tavli/Do you have Tavli please?: Tha paíxoume távli?/'Echete távli parakaló? (In Greek: Θα παίξουμε τάβλι;/'Εχετε τάβλι παρακαλώ;...

To support the show and for exclusive content become a Patreon . On this episode, George and Maria talk about what you can do in Athens in 48 hours, for those using the capital city of Greece as a base before heading off to an island, catching a cruise, having a city break or something else. Tune in to find out our top recommendations and more! Greek phrases shared on the episode: A bottle of...

On this episode, George and Maria head to Athens to talk to Konstantinos Karakatsanis, from Gelateria Django in Greece, one of the two natural Gelaterias in the WORLD...although he will challenge you to let him know if there are any more truly natural Gelateria's in the world. Tune in to hear the background story of Django and much much more. Greek phrase shared on the episode: Let's go for ice cr...

On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on the Hotel when you travel to Greece.   Tune in to learn key vocabulary around the Hotel including how to ask for early check in, leaving your luggage and extra keys.   Don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspi...

On this episode, George and Maria explore destinations you can visit if you have children, but in an unconventional way.... that is, they do not focus on the big islands, but some other islands and destinations you might not have considered. Tune in to find out our top recommendations and more! Greek phrase shared on the episode: I am (we are) on holiday with the children: Eímai (eímaste) diakopés...

On this episode, we deviate slightly from the theme of the podcast and head over to Mexico City to meet George Konstantinou, partner of Mentor, an authentic Greek restaurant and concept in the heart of Mexico City. Tune in to hear the background story of Mentor, who is behind the creation of this concept, what to expect if you visit and much more. Greek words shared on the episode: Hospitality, Me...

On this episode, George and Maria explore things you can do in Greece in the winter, as we know that when many of you think of Greece, you think of the summer and the islands. But Greece is so much more than that. Tune in to find out our top recommendations of things to do in the winter in Greece, presented the My Greek Island way! Greek phrase shared on the episode: Have a good winter: Kaló cheim...

On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on going to the ‘zaharoplastio’ which is the Greek patisserie shop that can be found in almost every neighborhood, town and big village in Greece.   You will learn key items that you might want to order when you visit the zaharoplastio whilst in Greece   Do you need help planning y...

In this episode, George and Maria talk about fine dining in Greece. They checked the Michelin Guide website for restaurants in Greece with at least one Michelin Star (click here to view) and shortlisted four to talk about on this episode. Tune in to hear more information about these four restaurants, where they are and what they offer, and also if Maria has eaten here. Websites of the restaurants...

December is here, so we thought to re-release an episode on the top things to do in the capital city of Greece, Athens, a city both George and Maria love and travel to often, and also where Maria spent her university years. Athens is a great city to head to for a city break and even more fun during December. Tune in to hear when is the best time to go to Athens, how can you get around and wha...

On this episode, George and Maria explore winter destinations in Greece where you can go skiing and much more. Tune in to find out top tips about the winter destinations presented in this episode, key highlights, how to get there, activities, points of interest and local production. Maria had many more destinations up her sleeve, so if you like the episode get in touch, so we can come back with a...

On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on going to the ‘Souvlatzidiko’ the traditional place to eat the famous Greek souvlaki.   Tune in to learn key vocabulary around being at the Souvlatzidiko including how to ask for Veggie or Vegan options.   Do you need help planning your trip to Greece? Then book a travel consulta...

On this episode, George and Maria, continue the discussion about Astypalaia, an island they visited in the summer of 2023, after the My Greek Island followers on instagram voted for them to do so! And as they had so much to say, they had to split the episode into two parts. This is Part 2! Tune in to find out all more about Astypalaia, the top activities, food and drink, top highlights and some to...

On this episode, George goes solo for this mini history session about the importance of Ohi day. Ohi day (‘No’ day) is celebrated annually on the 28th October in Greece and across the Greek speaking diaspora. Tune in to learn about the significance of this day, how it is celebrated and what to look out for if you are in Greece on this day. Further Podcast listening: Where to go in Greece in O...

On this episode, George and Maria, talk about Astypalaia, an island they visited in the summer of 2023, after the My Greek Island followers on instagram voted for them to do so! And as they had so much to say, they had to split the episode into two parts. This is Part 1! Tune in to find out all about this island they both fell deeply in love with, and learn all the key info you need the My Greek I...

On this episode, George and Maria, talk about Nafplio, an area in close proximity to Athens which you can visit all year round. Tune in to find out about the significance of the location, some history, what you can do and what Maria got up to there, as she visited this year for a few days. Further Podcast listening: The Athens Epidauros Festival My Greek Wine Blog posts: Celebrating Art and Cultur...

On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on going to the ‘kafeneio’ the traditional coffeehouse which is so much more than a coffeeshop as you might initially think.   Tune in to learn key vocabulary around being at the kafeneio from breakfast and lunch to what to drink and how to order. Further podcast listening: The Greek Co...

On this episode, George and Maria, talk about destinations you can visit as a solo traveller. Tune in to learn more & click here to read the dedicated blog post! If you have destinations you think should be included, get in touch is we can come back with a part 2! Digital products: https://www.mygreekis.land/products Chania - 7 day itinerary Santorini 4+days itinerary Santorini top picks Athen...

On this episode, George and Maria, head over to the island of Santorini to talk to Eleanor Green about "To Spitiko Mas", a cooking class venue on the iconic island of Santorini. Tune in to learn all about the cooking classes offered by To Spitiko Mas, what to expect and much more! To see more information and book a cooking class at To Spitiko Mas visit their website here . Further Podcast listenin...

On this episode, George and Maria, talk about some great destinations you can visit in Greece in October for a cheeky getaway. Tune in to learn more! And if you have some destinations you think should have been included on this list, get in touch and who knows.... we might come back with a part 2! Digital products: https://www.mygreekis.land/products Chania - 7 day itinerary Santorini 4+days itine...

On this episode, George and Maria will test each other to see how well they know each other. Tune in to see what they answered on each others behalf, and who actually knows each other better! Do you need help planning your trip to Greece? Then book a travel consultation with Maria. For more information click here . To support the show, for ad free episodes and exclusive content sign up here . Chec...

On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. Sounding like a local – Bitesize Greek 10.   You will learn some words and phrases to make you sound like a true local when visiting Greece. Maria has also written a dedicated blog post about Basic Greek Phrases. To read it click here . And for the dedicated mobile friendly pocket guide click here to download...

On this episode, George and Maria, talk about some of the top hiking trails in Greece. Tune in to hear more! And if you have some trails you think should have been included on this list, get in touch and who knows.... we might come back with a part 2! Do you need help planning your trip to Greece? Then book a travel consultation with Maria. For more information click here . To support the show, fo...

The 15th of August, or Dekapentavgoustos as we say in Greek, is a very significant day for Greece, so since we are getting closer to August we thought to remind you why! This is a re-release of episode 7 of the podcast from Season 1... On this episode, George and Maria will discuss the biggest date in the Greek Orthodox calendar (other than Easter), celebrated in Greek communities all over the wor...

On this episode, George and Maria, talk about Greek Islands you can visit and don't need a car. Tune in to hear the top destinations for non-drivers and some top tips for each destination. Do you have more destinations in Greece you think are appropriate for non-drivers? If so, get in touch and who knows.... we might come back with a part 2! Do you need help planning your trip to Greece? Then book...