Journal
Inspiration, hidden locations and planning advice.
Stories from celebrations across Halkidiki, Thessaloniki and Northern Greece.
Anastasia · 28 July 2026 · 3 min read
Pallene: Where Ancient Greece Meets Modern-Day Kassandra
Long before it was Kassandra, this peninsula was called Pallene — and people have been impressed with the place for a very, very long time.
Read the entryAnastasia · 14 July 2026 · 3 min
Why Halkidiki is Greece’s Best-Kept Secret
We relocated here from Melbourne. There is a saying among Hellenes — “San ti Halkidiki den ehi” — and this is what it actually means.
Anastasia · 25 June 2026 · 4 min
The Great Greek Lunch That Was Supposed to Take an Hour
A quick lunch in the hills above Thessaloniki that turned into an entire afternoon, and the first time we have ever said no to dessert.
Pallene Events · 22 April 2026 · 2 min
Five Extraordinary Places to Propose in Halkidiki
Not addresses — we keep those for our couples. But five kinds of setting, and how to think about choosing between them.
Pallene Events · 30 March 2026 · 2 min
Planning a Destination Wedding in Northern Greece
The practical questions couples ask first — when to come, how long to allow, and what actually needs deciding in what order.
Pallene Events · 8 March 2026 · 2 min
The Perfect Three-Day Wedding Weekend
Your guests have flown to another country. Here is how to shape the days around the wedding so the trip is worth it for them too.
Pallene Events · 19 February 2026 · 2 min
Villa Celebrations: Creating an Unforgettable Experience for Your Guests
Taking a villa rather than a hotel changes the entire character of a celebration. What to weigh up before you do.
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