So you have decided to leave your current home and settle in another country. You have already packed up and left this country behind you in your favourite fantasy, and you can visualise the little chair on the balcony overlooking the beach, and the glass of local red wine, that is waiting there for you..............  WAIT A MINUTE! Do you already know where you want to live when you reach your destination in Paradise? Or are you planning to book a cheap package holiday week, spend a couple of days looking around, and then buy the perfect little residence on the spot? Well, we all have fantasies, but this is real life, and things are not always that easy. A little forward planning will help you achieve your dream of living in paradise that much easier than if you leave things to chance. First of all, take time to decide what kind of property you would like to buy, and discuss your ideas with your partner or family. After all, your idea of what Paradise is made of may not be the same as theirs! You may want a little stone house way up in the mountains with half an acre of land and a few chickens, your wife may want an apartment by the beach, with it's own pool to the side, and the kids may want to live in town so they do not have far to travel to school and the local cinema. Share your ideas and listen to theirs, and be highly delighted if you can reach a reasonable compromise within a few days without a major family disagreement. - Buying Property In Corfu, Greece  - Looking For Paradise by Janet Darbey

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American In Greece - Working In Greece - As an American, can I live and work in Greece? Well, in brief yes if you are of Greek descent, and yes to the first and no to the second if you are not. This little treatise is not directed at those who have Greek heritage but rather those wishing to live in Greece (specifically Crete) without having to work here. Because America is outside the European Union, Americans can not freely take up a job here. The procedure for getting employment in Greece is complex. But for those wishing to retire in Greece or simply enjoy what we believe to be a highly desirable lifestyle, there is indeed a fully legal way for an American to live permanently in Greece. And of course if you have an Internet-based business, you could still operate that from here!  Enough of the brevity … let’s get down to the full story. First of all, I am writing from Crete and can speak little of what we call “the other Greece.” Crete has a long history of fierce independence and although we are part of Greece, we value our strong and independent spirit. And we believe Cretans to be far more hospitable than any other Greeks, and of course Greece is well known for its hospitality.

Fire in the Kitchen - Living On A Greek Island - Living in Greece- As a single woman, I never was much of a cook when I lived in California's Silicon Valley. But when I moved to Spetses, a small Greek island in the Saronic Gulf eighteen months ago, it seemed a good idea to learn. It's hard for Americans to find work here, especially in the winter when the tourist economy suffers, so I figured if I could learn to prepare my own meals I could save a few drachmas and eat more often. Also, options for fast food are a little limited. Actually, we don't have any. My friends have all been real good about letting me come over and watch them cook. Most families' mothers start cooking in the morning for the main, mid-day meal. So I can go over for a coffee in the morning, pinch their leftovers from the hot meals they cooked the day before (one friend has a microwave!), and sit at their kitchen tables while their kids are in school, sipping my coffee with my chin in my hand while I watch them work.

I am an American, can I live and work in Greece? - Well, in brief yes if you are of Greek descent, and yes to the first and no to the second if you are not. This little treatise is not directed at those who have Greek heritage but rather those wishing to live in Greece (specifically Crete) without having to work here. Because America is outside the European Union, Americans can not freely take up a job here. The procedure for getting employment in Greece is complex. But for those wishing to retire in Greece or simply enjoy what we believe to be a highly desirable lifestyle, there is indeed a fully legal way for an American to live permanently in Greece. And of course if you have an Internet-based business, you could still operate that from here! Enough of the brevity … let’s get down to the full story. First of all, I am writing from Crete and can speak little of what we call “the other Greece.” Crete has a long history of fierce independence and although we are part of Greece, we value our strong and independent spirit. And we believe Cretans to be far more hospitable than any other Greeks, and of course Greece is well known for its hospitality.

Living the Life on the Island of Rhodes - Driving you Crazy - Driving on Rhodes - Ron Ferguson says Greece supposedly has the highest rate of traffic fatalities of any European country.  This article is about how to not become one of them and other driving related facts. To begin with you have to bear in mind that unless you understand the culture and thinking of Greek drivers you have little chance of anticipating their moves.   So let's begin with some simple facts ... Most of the fatalities happen on the mainland so if you are living on an island you cut down the odds.  Most Greek men drive as if they owned the whole road.  Around half of the Greek women driving cars on the islands don't have a license.  Most have no insurance.  Keep these points in mind.

The Fun Lovers Guide to IOS - One of the Rockin' Greek Isles - The beautiful Greek islands, synonymous with the pursuit of wisdom, the birthplace of democracy the evolvement of language, a country drenched in historical profundity. Great builders, great thinkers, (great lamb!) . . . and then there’s IOS.  Part of a group of islands in the Mediterranean known as the Cyclades, Ios is about a 7 hour ferry ride from Athens, and an hour’s ferry from Santorini.  Ios has a predominantly rocky coastline with a profusion of olive trees, charmingly topped with windmills overlooking the turquoise Aegan sea. Though relatively mild all year round, the meltemmie winds can be brutal in high season, sending beach chairs flying, and even capsizing small watercraft. But the waters are clear, deep and inviting, perfect forsnorkeling or cliff-diving in the cool depths of one of the many surrounding coves. Upon arrival by sea, one is greeted by the charming twinkle of Yialos (port) lights nestled serenely among  craggy cliffs. Upon arrival at the docks, however, all guise of peacefulness evaporates as throngs of smiling Greeks and workers (tourists who are annually employed) surround  you, each heralding why their hostel, hotel or bed & breakfast is the best, cleanest and most reasonably priced accommodation on the island.

The Ionian Islands  - The Ionian Islands are among the most beautiful places in Greece. Otherwise called the Eptanese islands (Greek for seven islands), Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Paxi, Zakynthos, Ithaka and Kithira are all blessed by nature with lush greenery and some of the most amazing beaches in the Mediterranean region. All the islands are popular with the yachting community, who often travel from one island to another; therefore it’s not unusual, especially during the summer season, to see each and every harbour full of yachts and sailing boats.  However it is still quite easy to visit all of them, even for those who are not lucky enough to own their own boat! As many will agree, it is really difficult to determine which island is the most beautiful, despite the similarities they may have.  However, each has something unique to offer.

Thinking Of Moving To The Greek Islands? - Thoughts On 10 Years Of Experience Overseas - Have you been visiting Corfu for years, feel sick of the rat race at home, and are contemplating buying your dream home in the sun? Do you revel in the warm spring sunshine, feel seduced by the laid back way of life and want to enjoy these pleasures for the rest of your life? Before you track down all the local Real Estate agents and pay a fortune for an old building that you intend to restore into your dream home on Paradise island, stop and think twice. Make yourself a frothy coffee, or something stronger, pull up your favourite armchair, plump up the cushions,settle down comfortably, and think about the following questions... Why do you want to leave your current home and move overseas? Do you want to retire to a quieter, stress free way of living? Do you long for endless summer days when all you have to do is soak up the sun and a few afternoon cocktails? Have you always dreamt of living abroad, and have waited for the family to fly the nest before you have been able to consider it? Are the current levels of crime and taxation driving you to somewhere with a lower cost of living and a higher quality of life?

Traveling To North Western Greece Discovering The Land Of Macedonia - Since I’ve been living in the capital of Greece, Athens, for most of my life up until now, the chance of traveling to other parts of my country always seems like a good idea whenever I have the opportunity.  The opportunity this time was the Greek Orthodox Easter Holiday at the end of April 2005: I wanted a first class getaway to the countryside. We had four days of holiday, just the right amount of time for taking an excursion by car to the north in order to spend Easter at the town of Kastoria in Macedonia; from Kastoria, we could take daytrips to the north western borders of Greece.  The trip was settled with a couple of friends apt as well for adventure and so we hit the road to our destination Kastoria, 590 kms north from Athens.

What Does the Financial Crisis in Greece Mean for Greek Real Estate? -  The financial crisis in Greece is of course hugely disheartening for Greek nationals and those with relatives who live and work in the country. It also has ramifications for property sales in Greece and the real estate market as a whole. The Greek financial crisis is sure to be on the minds of those who want to sell property in Greece as well as those who plan to buy Greek property. They will no doubt wonder if this far-reaching economic turmoil will also reach out and affect the real estate market. Doubtless it will in some ways, but a property crash is not on the cards. It is helpful to remember that Greece is only one of the many countries in the EU to be facing a large budget deficit as a result of spending to try to deal with this uncertain economic period. But other countries that have been affected, such as Spain, have seen light at the end of the tunnel and a property market that has already begun to bounce back.

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