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A Greek Song for a New Haircut? Yes, Really!

Let’s learn A Greek Song for a New Haircut! Ένα ελληνικό τραγούδι για ένα νέο κούρεμα Did you know that Greeks love using wishes in everyday life? They will offer good wishes at almost any opportunity; at the start of a new month, a new week, or even when someone gets a new haircut! Curious […]

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Autumn in Greece

Autumn in Greece is full of surprises! Even though summer is probably the most popular season in Greece, for Greeks and non-Greeks, also autumn and winter have much more to offer than you might think! Since the Tourist Industry focuses on Greece as a typical country for summer holidays, not everyone knows that Greece is […]

Naxos – The largest island of the Cyclades

Naxos island is the largest island of the Cyclades island group in the Aegean Sea. It is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient ruins, and rich history, as well as its production of marble and agricultural products. Naxos is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors with its scenic landscapes, traditional villages, and vibrant culture. At […]

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The National Archaeological Museum Of Athens

The Acropolis Museum might be the museum that most people know when they visit Athens, but the National Archaeological Museum of Athens is the largest archaeological museum in Greece and contains the richest collection of findings from Greek antiquity worldwide. Click below to read the article in Greek and listen to the audio

A Greek summer song, of all times!

It is summer, and a perfect time to sing songs, in Greek of course 🙂 It became a tradition for some years at Omilo; singing Greek songs together with teacher Eva. This summer one of the selected songs is Τόσα Καλοκαίρια (“So Many Summers”) Performer: Δάκης  Composer: Μίμης Πλέσσας Lyricist: Λευτέρης Παπαδόπουλος The song was […]

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Zonaradikos – A Greek Traditional Dance From Thrace

The Zonaradikos is a traditional Greek dance from the region of Thrace in northeastern Greece,  and it’s always a favorite among our Omilo students! During our intensive summer courses on the Greek islands, the Greek dance lesson is a highlight of the afternoon activities. Whether you’re eager to join in and learn the steps yourself, […]

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How to make Greek frappe – the delicious ice-coffee

Do you know how to make Greek frappe? During warm and sunny days and especially in spring and summer, Greeks prefer to drink the cold coffee instead of the warm  coffee. There are many versions, but the easiest to make yourself at home, is the “frappe” Also Omilo students usually love to drink frappe, and […]