Spelling regulations #1
Greek authorities can be quite stiff about their regulations. They can also be quite irrational up to the point that it’s simply beyond any logical… Read More »Spelling regulations #1
Greek authorities can be quite stiff about their regulations. They can also be quite irrational up to the point that it’s simply beyond any logical… Read More »Spelling regulations #1
I have noted years ago that every conversation between Greeks will at some point turn to politics. I do not know of another nation where… Read More »Yes Prime Minister
What comes to mind when thinking of Greeks? Foreigners will likely mention the ancient civilisation, democracy, or philosophers. However, for someone living in Greece, the… Read More »A Greek obsession
There are many good things about having four kids. And there is one good thing in particular, about having four kids in Greece. It gives… Read More »Greek family support
Birthday parties are a non-event for adult Greeks, as name days are far more important. For children however, birthday parties are imperative, which is of… Read More »Birthday parties
I have been living in Greece for six years, and even now it sometimes happens to me that I feel bewildered whilst dealing with usually… Read More »Trick of the trade
Greeks are extremely generous people. Sometimes when two different cultures come together, the outcome can be surprising. I am of German heritage, and before we settled… Read More »German # Greek hospitality
It is always an experience to travel with Greeks; my personal highlight is to travel with lots of Greeks on a plane. For most people,… Read More »Airplane
This is a very special post for the Only in Greece column, as it is written by the most important person in my life –… Read More »Istanbul Marathon
Greeks are often temperamental people. It is nearly impossible to drive through Athens without someone yelling at you or gesturing wildly at you. For me, this… Read More »Public shouting match