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Maria Nikolakaki is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Beyond Spaces Villas. Beyond Spaces Villas is one of the leading luxury villa specialist in Greece, going beyond finding the perfect Greek Island luxury villa and design a sophisticated and branded villa experience seeped in luxury, exclusivity and bespoke service from start to finish. Prior to her involvement in the luxury hospitality Industry, she spend 20 years in the capital markets in various senior executive positions based in various countries. She has lived in London, New York and Moscow and has travelled extensively to almost 35 countries with a travel attitude of finding the non guides guides.
5 healthy Greek herbs to include in your diet

5 healthy Greek herbs to include in your diet

ByMaria Nikolakaki November 15, 2019

Greece provides an ideal environment for herbs, which are found flourishing on mountain slopes and green fields. These beneficial…

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5 Greek churches to say “I do”

5 Greek churches to say “I do”

ByMaria Nikolakaki October 23, 2019October 16, 2019

Marriage is one of the most sacred ceremonies between two people who are willing to take upon the challenge…

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5 fabulous hiking trails to trek in Greece

5 fabulous hiking trails to trek in Greece

ByMaria Nikolakaki September 18, 2019September 18, 2019

More than 50,000 foreign hikers, coming from France, Germany, UK, Netherlands and Scandinavian countries, have walked on Greece’s famous…

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The 5 paradises on Earth that are found in Greece

The 5 paradises on Earth that are found in Greece

ByMaria Nikolakaki August 12, 2019August 10, 2019

The most precious gifts come in small packages, just like the islands that you will get a taste of…

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Top 10 beaches in Greece

Top 10 beaches in Greece

ByMaria Nikolakaki July 19, 2019November 19, 2019

It’s summer and we have already begun our refreshing dips in the clear waters in Greece. As we are…

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5 of the best day trips from Athens

5 of the best day trips from Athens

ByMaria Nikolakaki June 22, 2019June 17, 2019

Being in a capital city, surrounded by millions of people is most certainly fun and exciting as the options…

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Athens: 5 unique tours to enjoy the city

Athens: 5 unique tours to enjoy the city

ByMaria Nikolakaki May 31, 2019

An all-year round destination and a European capital city that has multiple layers of history, Athens has a creative…

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5 car-free aka care-free Greek destinations

5 car-free aka care-free Greek destinations

ByMaria Nikolakaki April 23, 2019April 24, 2019

For most of us our daily routine consists of crossing busy intersections, walking on sidewalks so we won’t get…

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A Greek lake vacation

A Greek lake vacation

ByMaria Nikolakaki March 31, 2019

A relaxing lake holiday is a great way for couples, individuals and families who want to get away from…

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The romantic side of Greece

The romantic side of Greece

ByMaria Nikolakaki February 15, 2019

The dull routine of our everyday lives can really creep up on us without us even knowing it and…

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Take a peek behind Athens’ best stages

ByMaria Nikolakaki January 31, 2019

From the Ancient times until the present day, Greece is known for birthing the concept of the theater. Not…

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A bite into Greek Winter desserts for your sweet tooth

A bite into Greek Winter desserts for your sweet tooth

ByMaria Nikolakaki December 31, 2018

Well into the holiday months, we all want to sit around the table with our loved ones, enjoy meals…

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The ‘off-the-grid’ islands of the Cyclades

The ‘off-the-grid’ islands of the Cyclades

ByMaria Nikolakaki November 29, 2018

Perhaps the most famous group of islands in Greece is the Cyclades. The name derives from the Greek word…

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Top 5 Greek off-the-grid wedding destinations

Top 5 Greek off-the-grid wedding destinations

ByMaria Nikolakaki October 25, 2018October 21, 2018

Greece is among the world’s best wedding destinations offering the perfect setting for romantic sunsets, pure blue seas and…

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The top 5 destinations for wine lovers in Greece

ByMaria Nikolakaki September 17, 2018September 16, 2018

Once upon a time, in the ancient world, Greece was one of the most important winemaking regions. Wine is…

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7 reasons why you should spend a few days in Athens on your Summer holiday to Greece

ByMaria Nikolakaki August 11, 2018August 11, 2018

When planning your trip to Greece, treat yourself and spend a few days or more in Athens. For many,…

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