An Athenian theater director discusses drama's role as a building block of civil society since ancient times, and recommends some Greek destinations that are especially fascinating for the theatrically inclined. Then a pair of tour guides offer their picks for lesser-known Greek islands that promise… An Athenian theater director discusses drama's role as a building block of civil society since ancient times, and recommends some Greek destinations that are especially fascinating for the theatrically inclined. Then a pair of tour guides offer their picks for lesser-known Greek islands that promise a break from the bustle and expense of tourist centers such as Mykonos and Santorini. And an outdoor enthusiast lets us in on the wisdom of finding a good home base to unlace your boots on a multi-day European hiking trip. more

Greece is a bucket-list destination for a reason! But there's so much more to it than just Santorini and Mykonos. In this episode, Lisa sits down with Mary Vass, a Greece-based travel expert, to explore what it really means to experience the country beyond the highlights. From the Mediterranean way … Greece is a bucket-list destination for a reason! But there's so much more to it than just Santorini and Mykonos. In this episode, Lisa sits down with Mary Vass, a Greece-based travel expert, to explore what it really means to experience the country beyond the highlights. From the Mediterranean way of life to meaningful (and even luxurious) travel moments, we're sharing how to plan a trip that goes deeper than the surface. more

Learn how you can explore the Mediterranean without losing days to ferries, hotel check-ins, or pricey islands.

Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss Mediterranean trip planning to help you link coastal cities and islands without wasting precious vacation time. But first, they break down the … Learn how you can explore the Mediterranean without losing days to ferries, hotel check-ins, or pricey islands.

Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss Mediterranean trip planning to help you link coastal cities and islands without wasting precious vacation time. But first, they break down the latest travel headlines, including Southwest adding Starlink Wi-Fi, JetBlue and United expanding the Blue Sky partnership for booking and redemptions, and spring break travel trends. Producer Tess Vigeland also joins to share lessons from a trip to Spain gone wrong, including how EU flight delay compensation works and what to update in Global Entry after you get a new passport. 

Next, Sally and Meghan dig into what makes traveling the Mediterranean tricky, from fragmented routes to language barriers and currencies, and talk through when a cruise can simplify island-hopping. Sally shares her port-heavy trip on Norwegian Cruise Line Viva with her husband, Hamilton, before she and Meghan spotlight can’t-miss stops like Cinque Terre, Sardinia, Kotor, Marseille and the French Riviera, Zadar, and Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia. Plus: where to look for surprisingly affordable luxury stays in places like Istanbul, Crete, and Montenegro.

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Greece is more than just Santorini sunsets and Mykonos beach clubs—there’s a whole world beyond the tourist traps, and Joanna Kalafatis is here to spill the secrets. As an actress, writer, and all-around adventurer, she brings sharp wit and deep cultural insight to the table, sharing hidden gems, lo… Greece is more than just Santorini sunsets and Mykonos beach clubs—there’s a whole world beyond the tourist traps, and Joanna Kalafatis is here to spill the secrets. As an actress, writer, and all-around adventurer, she brings sharp wit and deep cultural insight to the table, sharing hidden gems, local traditions, and the realities of over-tourism. From dodging the pitfalls of imported tipping culture to uncovering the real soul of Greece, Joanna makes you want to book a flight and explore like a local. Plus, she’s hilarious—so expect plenty of laughs along the way.

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Raised in Montreal in a big Greek community, Viviane Paxinos is the CEO of the incredible women’s members club AllBright. Today she joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets.
As a Greek native, Viviane shares why you shouldn’t write off mainland Greece, the best places to visit in the country and… Raised in Montreal in a big Greek community, Viviane Paxinos is the CEO of the incredible women’s members club AllBright. Today she joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets.
As a Greek native, Viviane shares why you shouldn’t write off mainland Greece, the best places to visit in the country and why she prefers the quieter side these days.
Viviane also shares her favourite past times when visiting Tokyo, why an isolated trip in Norway completely surprised her and her top travel secret so you can fully immerse yourself in local culture. 
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PLACES MENTIONED

Ithaca, Greece

Perantzada Hotel, Ithaca

Norway

Lisbon

Nidri, Greece

Scorpios, Mykonos

Italy

South Africa

Franschhoek, South Africa

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