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Follow in Rick Steins food-prints in the Mani
The Mani peninsula stretches from just south of Kalamata to Cape Tainaro – the southernmost point of mainland Greece – and encompasses the pretty coastal villages of Kardamili and Aghios Nikolaos and...
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Why now is a good time to go to Greece
It was very encouraging to read the Lonely Planet article on ‘Why now is a good time to go to Greece’. Of course at Sunvil we’ve been telling everyone to do so all year as there was never a problem for...
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August’s Sunvil Supper Club: Xtapodi Kofto (Octopus Pasta)
Traditionally, this is a dish that is served during Greek lent and often consumed on the first day of lent known as Kathara Deftera (Clean Monday). Although this dish may seem strange to some, many...
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Golf Holidays in Cyprus
For those who consider a round (or more) of golf as an essential part of their holidays, Cyprus offers a year-round option with several courses within easy driving distance of the main coastal towns....
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The Peloponnese: Greece’s hidden gem
The Peloponnese has long been neglected by the travelling public and yet this mountainous and wild region is Greece’s hidden gem. Sunvil has featured this area, separated from the mainland by the...
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Autumn escapes
This week may have seen the return of some brighter weather but, there is a distinctive chill in the air which tells us that autumn is on its way. As we start to pull out our jumpers and coats in the...
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Returning home: Kefalonia through the eyes of a former Sunvil representative.
For ten years, I lived and worked on the beautiful island of Kefalonia, Greece. Week in, week out I would conduct my welcome meetings, raving about the places to go and what there was to see. I was...
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Ithaca – a land of Greek legends
Ithaca can certainly claim to punch above its weight. For an island barely 20 miles from top to bottom and less than half a mile wide at its mountainous middle, Ithaca has held a special place in...
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September’s Sunvil Supper Club: Koupepia (Stuffed Vine Leaves)
Cyprus was where it all started for Sunvil 45 years ago, and the Mediterranean island will always have a special place in our hearts and in our stomachs. Cypriot cuisine is a unique blend of Greek,...
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Birdwatching holidays in Cyprus
As the third-largest island in the Mediterranean, Cyprus forms a natural resting point on the migration route between Europe to the north, and the Middle East and East Africa to the south. In fact...
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On the trail of Aristotle, on his 2400th birthday
2016 will mark 2400 years since the birth of one of Greece’s most famous sons. Aristotle was born in 384BC in the ancient city of Stagira, now an archaeological site just outside the modern seaside...
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Reviving the Olympic Spirit – the Nemean Games 2016
For a long time Tolon has been a popular town with holidaymakers looking for a laid-back, family-friendly destination. Of course it has a good beach, but it’s also well-equipped for those wanting to...
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February’s Sunvil Supper Club – Fish and Shellfish Cataplana
Cataplana is a very popular and traditional dish from the Algarve. If you have ever travelled to the southern most region of Portugal, it is very likely that you have tried it or have at least heard of...
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Coming to our TV screens in 2016 – Corfu and The Durrells
Gerard Durrell provided my first introduction to Corfu. His most famous work, My Family and Other Animals, was part of our English Literature curriculum, and the story made two lasting impressions on...
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On the history trail in Cyprus
Take a look at a map and you’ll quickly see why Cyprus has seen so many invasions over the years. Within easy reach of Greece, Turkey, Egypt and Israel, it has been occupied by a succession of powers...
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The Queen’s 90th Birthday: A Royal Visit
As the Queen turns 90, we look back on the Sunvil destinations which she has visited during her 63 year reign. The Queen is not only our longest reigning sovereign but she must also be one of the...
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April 2016’s Sunvil Supper Club – Panamanian Stew (Sancocho)
Sancocho is the National dish of Panama and probably the most popular soup (virtually a stew) in Central America. It originates from the Azuero peninsula, and is made with chicken, vegetables,...
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The legends and charms of Lemnos
If you were to sit down and list all that’s best about a holiday on the Greek islands, it’s likely that Lemnos will manage to tick pretty much every item on that list. With great beaches, pretty...
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Discover the alternative activities on Ikaria
One of Greece’s most unusual yet beautiful islands, Ikaria has much to offer visitors. Its forests, mountains and beaches combine with the island’s many legends, foibles and traditions in a spectacular...
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Limenas – the laid-back main town of Thassos
There are some Greek islands which attract a loyal band of devotees: people who return year after year, who on one hand want to tell their friends what a wonderful place they’ve discovered, but on...
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