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MY GREEK ISLAND PODCAST

MY GREEK ISLAND PODCAST

Μαρία Πιτράκκου, Γιώργος Τσούνιας

Μέρη & Ταξίδια

Welcome to the My Greek Island podcast, dedicated to take you, the wanderlust, on a journey through Greece. Join us, George & Maria, so we can share the wealth of knowledge gathered through the years, to give you insights and tips on your future travels to Greece. Along the way, you will also get to meet some local heroes and learn some Greek!

There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?

Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.

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επεισόδια	70
διάρκεια	32 ώρες
συχνότητα	εβδομαδιαία
επεισόδιο	πριν 4 ημέρες
ηλικία	σχεδόν 2 χρόνια
προσθήκη	πριν σχεδόν 2 χρόνια

πριν 4 ημέρες

Halkidiki

To support the show and for exclusive content become a Patreon.On this episode, George and Maria talk about Halkidiki and specifically the peninsula of Kassandra or the "first leg" as referred to in Greek, as it is the first of three peninsulas close to the city of Thessaloniki. Additionally, this episode is special! Tune in to find out why, our top recommendations and more!Greek phrases shared...

Serifos

To support the show and for exclusive content become a Patreon.On this episode, George and Maria talk about the island of Serifos, an island so many of you have asked for a dedicated episode on - and as you can see, your wish is our command! Tune in to find out our top recommendations and more!Greek phrases shared on the episode: How do I get to the main square?: Pós tha páo stin plateía? (In...

MGI Patreon

On this episode, Maria talks about some new additions to the Podcast, the advertisements which thanks to all you listeners we were able to add to the podcast and the Patreon, offering access to exclusive content and ad free episodes.Patreon is a way for you to support the show with a small monthly contribution, and for us to give back to you in any way we can.We have created three Tiers for...

At the Supermarket

To support the show and for exclusive content become a Patreon.On this episode, George and Maria continue their new mini series of Bitesize Greek. This episode will focus on the Supermarket when you travel to Greece. Tune in to learn key vocabulary around the Supermarket and how to ask for things in your essential list when visiting Greece.Check out the My Greek Island website for inspiration...

Tavli

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...

48 hours in Athens

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...

Django

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...

At the Hotel

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 where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips...

Alternative destinations with kids

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)...

Mentor

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,...

Things to do in winter in Greece

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...

At the zaharoplastio - Bitesize Greek

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 Check out the My Greek Island website...

Fine Dining in Greece

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...

Athens - A Greekend (re-release)

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 what...

Greece ski destinations (and more)

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...

The Souvlatzidiko - Bitesize Greek

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. Check out the My Greek Island website where you can find blog posts to inspire your...

Astypalaia - Part 2

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...

28th October

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...

Astypalaia - Part 1

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...

Nafplio

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 FestivalMy Greek WineBlog posts:Celebrating Art and Culture...