Today we revisited the Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika-Ghika Gallery to see the fabulous collection which includes tapestries...

This week is our final one in Greece, at least for this trip.

Actress, singer, socialist, activist and politician, Melina Mercouri was - and is - a fascinating figure in modern Greek times.

We are in Athens for another two weeks before heading off to Dubai on our way to New Zealand.

What happens when Shetland wool meets songket weaving? This!

The Benaki Foundation is home to great collections including the last manufacturer of ribbons and trimmings.

The Greek folklorist Angeliki Hatzmichali's home is now a museum.

A very happy New Year to everyone.

The island of Santorini is also called Thera and was once home to a sophisticated society which valued beauty.

One of the joys of travel is experiencing things that change our view of the world.