Captain Christy runs small sailing trips in Greece and Turkey and writes: Thanks to the mass media, Greece and our sailing tourism is so down, you find the media discouraging people to come to Greece when most the tourists are needed. Nothing has changed here - (sun, sea and Greek ruins change little) and without the crowds, it is even better! I am running my trips as always. Economic and environmental disasters can have a huge impact on small … [Read more...]
Best Greece Travel Destinations for Women
Although lately Greece has been on the news because of its economic and social problems, the truth is that this Mediterranean country remains a first-class holiday destination. Women travellers in particular will find that Greece is a safe country even if they choose to travel solo. Ease of communication (as most people speak at least basic English) and excellent value for money in terms of accommodation and food are other reasons to choose … [Read more...]
Sailing the Greek Islands with Captain Christy
Knowing everything about a sailboat or navigation, is not necessary to begin to sail, or enjoy sailing. I started sailing "feet first" - crossing the Atlantic before I knew anything about sailboats. I have learned to teach other women how to enjoy learning to sail by just feel and intuition; using my own experience as an example. So writes Captain Christy who runs a sailing charters for 4-8 in the Greek Islands Join a women only crew 7-15 June … [Read more...]
Lesvos – 10th Anniversary for International Women’s Festival
4th to 18th of September 2010 The village of Skala Eressos on Lesvos Island in Greece will host the 10th anniversary of the International Women's Festival. … [Read more...]
Journeying with the Goddess in Greece
Are you interested in exploring the ancient and contemporary myths and rituals of the Goddesses? Carol Christ and the Ariadne Institute for the Study of Myth and Ritual run several tours a year for women around the theme of "Goddess Pilgrimage to Crete." Spend two weeks with twenty women exploring the ancient pathways of the Goddess as embodied in Crete. … [Read more...]