How to travel to Syros island, from Athens or Mykonos? Because Omilo organizes Greek Language and Culture courses on the island of Syros during the summer months, this is a frequent asked question. First, for courses in Syros, check out the dates and availability For all the details and course dates of the 1-week courses, […]
Syros island and its elegant capital, Hermoupolis, hold a special place in the hearts of our teachers and students.Every summer since 2005, Omilo has been organizing Greek Language and Culture Courses on this beautiful Cycladic island, creating unforgettable experiences of learning, fun, friendship, and discovery. Over the years, Syros has become much more than a […]
Eftihia Papagianopoulou, now became famous once again, through the film Eftihia! A must-watch. This moving biographical film offers a unique opportunity to explore the life and legacy of Eftihia Papagiannopoulou, one of Greece’s most influential lyricists. Watching it is not only a great way to experience contemporary Greek cinema, but also a meaningful way to […]
How Do Greeks Celebrate Easter? And what are the Greek Easter Traditions? Greek Orthodox Easter is probably the biggest celebration of the year for most Greeks, with a lot of special traditions and family gatherings. It is also one of the reasons Omilo organizes every year a Greek Easter course. For 26 years in a […]
Experiencing Orthodox and Catholic Easter the same year! Yes, it is possible! Greek Orthodox Easter is celebrated by most Greeks, all over the world. But many people are also experiencing two different Easters in one family, depending on their cultural backgrounds.
When visiting Greece, it’s not only about delicious meals in cozy taverns and relaxing days at the beach (although… we highly recommend both ). Many travelers, especially our Omilo students, love to dive a little deeper: exploring ancient sites, attending concerts, or even experiencing a live theatre performance under the Greek sky. And here comes […]
It’s not always sunny… even in Greece, we have our rainy days! And of course, no Greek moment is complete without music to match the mood. For a day like this, listen to the beautiful rebetiko song «Πέφτουν της βροχής οι στάλες» (“Raindrops are falling”), composed by Vassilis Tsitsanis and sung by Sotiria Bellou.
Kathara Deftera, or Clean Monday, is an important day for Greeks. We celebrate the end of the Carnival and the beginning of fasting which leads to Easter (forty days later). In 2026, Καθαρά Δευτέρα will be on February 23rd.
Greek songs and Greek music are often the reason many Greek language learners decide to start learning Greek in the first place. Music creates an immediate emotional connection and makes the language feel alive, meaningful, and personal. Listening to Greek songs is a fun way to learn and build your vocabulary. You do not only […]
There are at least 25 reasons why to love Greeks we believe, but maybe also many more.. (And maybe feel a little Greek yourself…) Do you love Greece?You’re not Greek… but somehow, you feel Greek? Maybe you’ve caught yourself thinking like a Greek.Eating like a Greek.Laughing like a Greek. So here’s our question: Why can […]
