831 Greek Theatre; Beyond Santorini; Home Base Hiking in Europe

831 Greek Theatre; Beyond Santorini; Home Base Hiking in Europe

Author: Rick Steves May 16, 2026 Duration: 52:00

An Athenian theater director discusses drama's role as a building block of civil society since ancient times, and recommends some Greek destinations that are especially fascinating for the theatrically inclined. Then a pair of tour guides offer their picks for lesser-known Greek islands that promise a break from the bustle and expense of tourist centers such as Mykonos and Santorini. And an outdoor enthusiast lets us in on the wisdom of finding a good home base to unlace your boots on a multi-day European hiking trip.


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