Cosmos Holidays Blog

You may remember back in April when we announced the details of our latest competition, where we tasked all you bloggers out there to write a piece about which Greek island you found most exciting, whether it be for the food, the history, the nightlife, the beaches or any other reason. With over 2000 islands off the Greek mainland, [...]

With more than 2,000 gorgeous Greek islands to choose from, who can possibly say which one is best? Well, you can, of course! The perfect destination is always a personal choice. So this Spring, Cosmos is asking bloggers to name the best Greek island to match their particular passions – for a chance to win an amazing holiday in [...]

Was Easter far too brief for you this year? Never fear – if you fancy a repeat Easter, it’s as simple as getting over to Greece. According to the Greek Orthodox calendar, Easter Sunday 2013 is on 5 May. That means there’s still plenty of time to book your Easter break! (Just don’t forget to factor in the UK’s May [...]

Chances are, if you’re a parent in the UK, you’ve read your share of bedtime stories. Almost three quarters of parents still read to their children, despite increasingly busy lives and the distractions of our digital age, according to a Sainsbury’s survey of 2,000 parents. The survey, which marked World Book Day on 7 March, also found that 67% [...]

  Before going global, our modern-day Mother’s Day began with one woman’s quest to celebrate all mothers in the U.S. When Mother’s Day campaigner Anna Jarvis won over the nation in 1914, little did she realise her idea would eventually win over the world, too. As the concept of Mother’s Day travelled, it mixed with other traditions and picked [...]

Easter falls at the end of March this year, giving us a much-needed long weekend just as the clocks go forward. Don’t waste this chance to get away – there’s a world to explore! But where are the best places to go this Easter? Greece When supermarkets begin selling chocolate eggs almost immediately after Christmas, it’s easy to fall [...]

Whenever someone comes home from a holiday in Greece they tend to be full of superlatives… the food was amazing! The culture is spectacular! The beaches are so beautiful! The ancient history is mindblowing! Greece almost seems to be too good to be true, but our holiday experts can confirm from personal experience that this is a country blessed [...]

For Cosmos Holidays product manager Emma, a recent trip back to Greece for a journey through the islands and mainland reminded her of all the reasons why she loves this country. The turquoise, shimmering waters are as blue as any tropical paradise and even the sun seems to shine brighter in the birthplace of the Gods! The people are [...]

As one of Britain’s best-loved beach destinations, Greece is synonymous with indulging and unwinding by the sea – but its mainland and islands are also a magnet for active adventurers. Old hands and newbies alike will find a choice of terrain to suit their level in Greece – from introductory climbs and rambles for beginners, to serious mountaineering and [...]

Don’t think that once you’ve seen one beach or ruin in Greece, you’ve seen them all. Our top five recommendations will shake up your swimming and sightseeing expectations! 1. Explore a wild coast – Limni Keriou, Zante Laganas is the place to party in Zante. But if you’re looking for something different, try the unspoilt village of Limni Keriou [...]